An estranged son of Thailand's monarch, who has lived away from his homeland for most of his adult life, has unexpectedly backed the idea of having open discussions regarding the country's monarchy, rejecting the stringent royal anti-defamation law.

Estranged son of Thai king opposes draconian anti-defamation law, calls for open discussion on monarchy

Zimbabwe's parliament has approved a so-called "Patriotic bill" that prohibits its citizens from criticising the government. The bill is currently at the senate's table, awaiting approval, two months before presidential elections are held in the country.

Zimbabwe adopts a 'draconian' law | World of Africa

With the world's attention diverted towards the events in Ukraine, China is continuing its repression of the Tibetan culture and identity, even introducing more draconian methods to accomplish the task, a media report said on Saturday.

China using draconian methods to destroy identity of Tibetans

The Chinese government, mainly comprised of Chinese Communist Party (CCP), has ordered locals to not celebrate Christmas as it a ‘western celebration’. A leaked document in the media revealed that the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) ordered restrictions on all kinds of Christmas celebrations, including in places of worship.

'Damaging traditional Chinese culture': China cancels Christmas to avoid 'western' influence

Turkey has entered the new era of tight social restrictions from October 01, 2020. The Draconian law has came into force.

Turkey enters era of tight social restrictions, Draconian law comes into force

A journalism watchdog has condemned a "draconian" decision by Pakistani authorities ordering news anchors not to express their opinions on air, the latest in a series of assaults on press freedom in the South Asian country.

Watchdog slams 'draconian' curbs on news anchors in Pakistan

It is naive to think the Taliban have changed their stance on women's rights, says Kabul restaurateur Laila Haidari, who like many educated Afghan women fears any peace deal between the extremists and the US could erode hard-won freedoms.

Afghan women fear cost of peace will be their freedom

Thailand on Wednesday jailed a country singer and political activist for 7-1/2 years, on grounds of insulting the monarchy in a public speech made three years ago.

Thailand jails country singer for seven years in royal insult case

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