Thai state of emergency extended

The government of Thailand has extended a state of emergency in the country for a further three months as unrest continues to simmer.

The move comes despite warnings from international human rights groups the state of emergency lacks transparency and suppresses freedom of expression.

Areas of around Bangkok are included in the ruling, with a total of 19 provinces – out of a total of 76 - continuing to operate under emergency powers.

Source: BTN

06.07.10