Protest

21
Aug 2021
13:05 UTC

Thailand Tactical: Three detained at ongoing protest on Vibhavadi Rangsit Road in Bangkok during evening hours (local time) on August 21; avoid nonessential travel

Please be advised:

  • At least three individuals have been detained at an anti-government protest that is ongoing on Vibhavadi Rangsit Road in Bangkok as of the evening hours (local time) on August 21. 
  • Reports indicate that protesters launched fireworks at authorities and staged steel panels to block the road. 
  • Forcible dispersal methods by the authorities, including tear gas and water cannons, have also been reported. 

Recommendations:

Those operating or residing in Bangkok over the coming hours of August 21 are advised to avoid nonessential travel to the aforementioned location given the ongoing protest and reported unrest. 

COUNTRY RISK LEVEL Medium
AFFECTED AREA Bangkok, Thailand
INCIDENT RISK LEVEL High
STRENGTH OF SOURCE Credible

Please be advised:

  • At least three individuals have been detained at an anti-government protest that is ongoing on Vibhavadi Rangsit Road in Bangkok as of the evening hours (local time) on August 21. 
  • Reports indicate that protesters launched fireworks at authorities and staged steel panels to block the road. 
  • Forcible dispersal methods by the authorities, including tear gas and water cannons, have also been reported. 

Recommendations:

Those operating or residing in Bangkok over the coming hours of August 21 are advised to avoid nonessential travel to the aforementioned location given the ongoing protest and reported unrest. 

COUNTRY RISK LEVEL Medium
AFFECTED AREA Bangkok, Thailand
INCIDENT RISK LEVEL High
STRENGTH OF SOURCE Credible