Thai Rights Commission Halts Hua Hin Municipality's Demolition of Fishing Community
Thailand's National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has ordered a halt to the demolition of a traditional fishing community in Hua Hin, citing concerns over residents' housing rights. A meeting to ascertain facts is scheduled for October 22nd.
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