The draft, which is mandatory for men, is a deeply divisive issue in the country. But volunteer enlistments have soared amid a surge in nationalism and a sluggish economy.
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Author : Muktita Suhartono and Lauren DeCicca
Publish date : 2026-05-10 04:01:00
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Red Card or Black Card? The Conscription Lottery in Thailand.
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