Who is Thailand's King and what do protesters want from him? | DW News

Thailand’s revered monarchy is facing calls for change from thousands protesting on the streets of the country. In particular focus is the current King Maha Vajiralongkorn, whose long periods of stay in Germany have raised questions not just among his people, but also in the German Parliament.

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[btango]

I lived in Thailand for two years around 1992 - 1993. Many people I've talked to truly respected their old king Bhumibol Adulyadej but despised Maha Vajiralongkorn. They think he is an useless playboy.

[parratt-world]

The current 'king' is a disgrace .. an insult to his father's legacy.

[iliavko]

All these kings and patriots just can't love their country without the help of private jets, ferraris and 40B usd in the bank 😂😂😂😂

[impliwat]

Mr. Pavin did a great job of explanation. Make the world understand what happen in Thailand easily.

[lucasdeabrielle]

The former king bhumibol of Thailand was loved and adored, while this Current king is not. Lol

[wzrd]

This King should be an ambassador on Germany. He sounds fit for the job.

[wannaplonploys]

Thank you so much for hearing us! ❤️🙏🏻😢🇹🇭

[samsonwilkinson]

He wasn't 'criticizing' he was observing and commenting.

[mannatkhan.]

The people deserve better leader they don't need a king they need a leader who lead the country on a rightway specialy on this difficult time.
I love Thai people and I support them from India...

[eddydee]

While it is noble to protest for more democracy and a reform of the Monarchy, the real problem is the system itself.. Thailand is not one of the most unequal nations worldwide because of the Monarchy or the Military that is backed by it. The root of all problems is widespread corruption throughout all constitutions and levels of society and that people rather live with it and exploit it if it favors them, than fight it.

Sorry to say, but even with reforms and a new Govt. Thailand will still be the same

[nr]

Government put a lot of effort to protect the king while people are abandoned and staving.

[ilovelimpfries]

Grand Hotel Sonnenbichi owners love the Thai king, i bet they're bit better off financially than the neighbouring hotels.

[GhostofTradition]

two people who are not living in their home countries criticizing a King who is not living in his

[벚꽃-xi]

If a new government is established due to this protests, then the difficulties will begin. Everyone will expect good results from new government. But is there any possibility of them solving social contradictions in society? Those who support the old government will still be alive. Suppressing them is also a challenge.

[byram]

'My name is Ozymandias, king of kings:
Look on my works, ye Mighty, and despair!'
Nothing beside remains. Round the decay
Of that colossal wreck, boundless and bare
The lone and level sands stretch far away. .. A king who shuns his kingdom may return to find that seeds of dissent have grown in his absence.. it has been this way for all of history.

[bl]

first time in almost 6 months in thailand? that shows how good he is as a king.

[fannindao]

He's barely in Thailand, he's out there in Germany doing God knows what. The German gov was getting tired of him residing for too long lmao

[BOSIBA]

He's in Europe because he doesn't want to be seen as not doing anything with the military, he allowed the military to rule for him by defacto.

[aeriorni]

Thailand is a peaceful country. The government should accept the demands of the citizens. I love thai people.

What a useless king. His father would be ashamed of him.