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Growing Anti-Israel Sentiment in Thailand: A Covergence of Factors
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The past two weeks saw two anti-Israel protests in Bangkok outside the embassy itself. This is a convergence of a few factors. It is alarming enough that concerned Thais should try to understand it and take an active role in navigating Thai society wisely.
Key facts
- The past two weeks saw two anti-Israel protests in Bangkok outside the embassy itself
- These Thais are unhappy, or rather outraged, by more than one issue
- The UK government has issued strong warnings to Israel and is preparing trade restrictions after Israel advanced tenders for more than 1,200 housing units in the E1 area of the occupied West Bank, while real estate events have also been
- E1, near Jerusalem, is a strategically important area
Summary
These Thais are unhappy, or rather outraged, by more than one issue. Some are offended by what they describe as “grey Jews” or “grey Israeli” visitors who are disrespectful of Thai ways and culture, as well as some Israeli expats whom they fear are planning to take root in Thailand and control real estate, businesses, and even subvert Thai sovereignty.
Call those who fear Israelis taking over Thailand paranoid and far-fetched all you like; the reality is that for many of them, perception is reality and the concerns are genuine.