A man wearing a headband in Thailand's national colours reacts as members of Thai right-wing group "Thai Pakdee" (Loyal Thai) attending a rally in support of the government and the monarchy and in opposition to the recent anti-government protests, in Bangkok on Sunday (Aug 30, 2020). - Reuters
BANGKOK Aug 30 (AP): About 1,000 people gathered in a Bangkok sports arena on Sunday, swearing to defend Thailand's monarchy from a student-led mass movement that they believe is a threat to the institution’s existence.
Calling themselves "Thai Pakdee,” or "Loyal Thai,” most were dressed in yellow shirts - a colour closely associated with the monarchy and the ruling establishment. Some clutched portraits of current King Maha Vajiralongkorn and of his late revered father, King Bhumibhol Adulyadej, while others waved giant national flags.
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