This is the 2010 case that became a turning point in Thailand’s debate over abortion. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Synopsis : A special edition 6-part series by The Straits Times in Singapore, exploring recent real crimes that gripped, horrified and laid bare the issues that afflicted societies in Asia. Episodes drop every fourth Tuesday of the month from April 25, 2023.This podcast is an audio documentary of a real crime case which may be troubling and upsetting to certain listeners. Listener discretion is advised.
5:52 Shockwaves throughout Thailand; abortion hardly discussed and was largely illegal and taboo back then 11:40 Abortion activist Supeecha Baotip on how voices of women were missing in the discussion on abortion, her own story and how much has changed since the crime case20:00 Cultural beliefs: Why some doctors don’t perform abortions because they are afraid of karma
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