Thailand’s Election to UN Rights Council Raises Expectations

By Human Rights Watch

Click to expand Image Thailand's minister of foreign affairs, Maris Sangiampongsa, delivers a statement at the 79th United Nations General Assembly at UN Headquarters in New York City, September 24, 2024 © 2024 Matt Hunt/NurPhoto via AP Photo Thailand’s election to the United Nations Human Rights Council last week is sure to generate high expectations in the country.Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra should respond by taking concrete steps toward realizing her pledge that the government will commit to “promoting and protecting human rights in the country and working closely…

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