“Conducting these urine tests on people violates their dignity,” says Tachileik governor.
Tag: Thai-Burmese border
Funding crisis causes cuts at Mae Tao Clinic
Mae Tao Clinic receives about 200-300 outpatients every day, and 80 percent of its 140 beds for inpatients are occupied on a daily basis.
Killer doctor deported to Thailand
Dr Supat, who was found guilty of murder in May 2015, was handed over to Thai immigration authorities amid tight security.
Karen IDPs voice fears of returning home
IDPs at E Htu Hta camp are calling for the withdrawal of Burmese military forces from the area, as well as a campaign to clear landmines.
Thai security forces wary of election-related violence at border
A response plan is in place in case of incidents, including the evacuation of Thai and Burmese people if violence breaks out after the election.
What will election mean for Thai-border refugees?
For the 110,000 living in refugee camps, hopes are high that a hated government will be defeated, but fears remain of an uncertain future.