Thai courts on Monday (May 27) issued a four-year jail sentence to musician Chaiamorn Kaewwiboonpanto for allegedly insulting the monarchy. These convictions are among the latest under Thailand's stringent lese-majeste laws, which are considered some of the strictest in the world.

Thailand sentences musician to four years for insulting monarchy

On Monday, a Thai court sentenced political activist Jatuporn ‘New’ Saeoueng, to two years in prison for allegedly mocking the country’s monarchy by dressing up as the Thai queen.

Thailand: Activist jailed for 2 years for mocking queen by dressing like her at protest

Dissent and demonstration continue to grow against the monarchy in Thailand. Thousands of protestors hit the streets of Bangkok calling for reforms to the monarchy and the military govt.

Thailand: Protestors demand reforms to monarchy