EU raises concern over conviction

The EU Delegation to Thailand is deeply concerned about the court decision to convict and imprison Ampon Tangnoppakul for 20 years for violating Article 112 of the Thai Criminal Code and the 2007 Computer Crime Act.

The EU would like to reiterate the importance it attaches to the rule of law, democracy and respect for human rights. The EU urges the Thai authorities to ensure that the rule of law is applied in a non-discriminatory and proportional manner consistent with upholding basic human rights, including freedom of expression.

The European Union Delegation

Bangkok