As the end of 2020 nears, one can confidently say that Covid-19 has probably had the biggest impact on exacerbating social issues in the country.
The economic shocks as a result of the pandemic have significantly increased the risks of violence, exploitation, and abuse for individuals, households, and communities as they struggle to sustain a livelihood and cope with future economic uncertainty within the short-term constraints imposed by measures to mitigate the spread of the virus.
While there have been numerous cases in 2020 mirroring the social ills in Thai society, Life examines the top four news stories this year that best encapsulate deep-rooted issues within society that need to be addressed.
A press conference regarding the mysterious death of Nong Chompoo in October. Photo: Apichit Jinakul
Mysterious death case of Nong Chompoo
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