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

Lese majeste cases are routinely shrouded in secrecy, while media are forced to self-censor the details to avoid breaching the law.

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

Thai man jailed for 20 years over 'anti-monarchy' podcasts