Dr Paul Chambers is a Lecturer at Naresuan University (Thailand) and a Visiting Fellow at ISEAS – Yusof Ishak Institute. He specializes in civil-military relations and democratization in Southeast Asia and is the co-editor of Khaki Capital: The Political Economy of the Military in Southeast Asia (2017).
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Articles by Paul Chambers (9)
Thailand’s Persevering Police Problem
Paul Chambers
Whatever reforms are underway for Thailand’s law enforcers would be inadequate if the foxes are already in the henhouse.
Thailand’s Marijuana Politics: Down from a High?
Paul Chambers
The Thai government is racing to ban the recreational use of marijuna. It has its work cut out for it.
A Political Settlement in Thailand’s Deep South: Three Steps Forward, Two Steps Back
Paul Chambers
There are some grounds to be optimistic about the dialogue process in Thailand’s Deep South. But a more permanent solution is likely to be stymied by the kingdom’s powerful military.
Of Partisan Reshuffles and Stalled Reforms: Thailand’s Police in 2021
Paul Chambers
The relationship between the palace and the police is deepening. Meanwhile, long awaited police reforms are in the balance.
Irregular and Inappropriate: Thailand’s Paramilitaries and Pro-Government Militias
Paul Chambers
The Thai state’s numerous off-budget militias and paramilitaries should be terminated.