Why is the monarchy in Thailand targeted? | Inside Story

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They've been rallying almost daily for the past month - anti-government protesters led by students are attracting different sectors of Thai society. Their main demand is a change of the entire political system. That includes the resignation of former army general now Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-Ocha. Some are calling for what has long been unthinkable; reform of the monarchy Any criticism of the royal family is an offence that can lead to a long prison sentence. How likely is political change in Thailand? Presenter: Hashem Ahelbarra Guests: Pravit Rojanaphruk - political reporter and columnist for Kaosod English news website David Streckfuss - Thai historian and author of: 'Truth on Trial in Thailand; Defamation, Treason and Lese- Majeste Jade Donavanik, Dean of the Graduate School of Law at Siam University and a former Adviser to the Constitution Drafting Committee in Thailand - Subscribe to our channel: aje.io/AJSubscribe - Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/AJEnglish - Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/aljazeera - Check our website: www.aljazeera.com/ #AlJazeeraEnglish #InsideStory #Thailand

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