Akarachai Chaimaneekarakate
Akarachai Chaimaneekarakate is a legal advocate with the Thai Lawyers for Human Rights Centre who is representing Paul Chambers in his case concerning allegations of lese-majeste and computer crimes. He has spoken out about the increasing use of the lese-majeste law against both locals and foreigners in Thailand, particularly in the context of political protests and calls for reforms.
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Akarachai Chaimaneekarakate, the group's advocacy lead, reported more than 300 cases of lese-majeste involving more than 270 people.
Thai prosecutors drop case against US academic accused of insulting royalty
United Kingdom· 2025-05-02
Akarachai Chaimaneekarakate represents Paul Chambers in his legal case.
American academic held in Thailand charged with insulting monarchy | ThailandUnited Kingdom· 2025-04-08
Akarachai Chaimaneekarakate, the head of the Lawyers for Human Rights Thailand, is part of Chambers' legal team.
Ahli akademik terkemuka AS hadapi tuduhan hina Raja Thailand
Malaysia· 2025-04-08
Akarachai Chaimaneekarakate is the advocacy lead for Thai Lawyers for Human Rights and part of Chambers' legal team.
American academic faces years in jail after being charged with insulting Thai monarchy
United States· 2025-04-08
Akarachai Chaimaneekarakate, advocacy lead for the Thai Lawyers for Human Rights Centre representing Mr Chambers, told the BBC he did not know the reason for the complaint.
Thai arrest warrant issued for US academic under ban on insulting royaltyUnited Kingdom· 2025-04-04