Thailand Bans Import of Political Handbook Edited by Exiled Scholar
Thai police have banned the importation of "Routledge Handbook of Contemporary Thailand, Second Edition," edited by prominent exiled political scientist Pavin Chachavalpongpun, citing national security and public order concerns. The move raises questions about academic freedom and freedom of expression.
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