Jun 12

High prices trigger protests in Thailand

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Thursday 12th June, 2008 at 23:32:12| Words: 89 words | Category: News Photos

Fishing boats are pictured at a sea port in Pattani province, south of Bangkok June 12, 2008. Facing a sustained protest on the streets of Bangkok and shaky public support, Thailand's four-month old government is trying to shore itself up with handouts to everyone from rice farmers to truckers. The latest plan from Finance Minister Surapong Suebwonglee is a cash giveaway to the poor for basics such as food and fuel, both of which have risen steeply this year, pushing inflation to a near 10-year high. REUTERS/Surapan Boonthanom (THAILAND)

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