The Thai censorship board has banned the broadcasting of a video clip entitled “We’re Sorry Thailand”. According to the board, the clip, which includes scenes from last May’s uprising, may trigger further protests and clashes among factions.
Thai Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva has asked for the ban to be removed, judging the video for what it actually appears to be: a declaration of shared responsibility. By doing so he is sending a strong signal, which seems to demonstrate a serious will to move towards national reconciliation, and above all towards implementing profound change in the culture and society.
Unfortunately, censorship appears to be sending an even stronger signal, one inspired by the desire to continue presenting the country as the “Land of Smiles”.
If this line prevails, perhaps even more apologies will have to be made to Thailand.

The banned cip