Diaspora and PD --- In case of Thailand, diaspora communities, particularly in Europe, actively take part in organizing cultural events since the events allow them to reconnect to their roots. However, the engagement of diaspora communities in other activities may not be as strong as in cultural activities. Some/many of them may not share understanding or feelings with people in their homeland in some newly-emerged issues. So, what I wish to highlight when talking about diaspora communities is a need for the embassies to develop close connection or network with the groups, including to (re)establish/strengthening the missing connections to some issues.

Source author: Panika PITTAVESTSOONTHON pa.pittayavestsoonthon@mfa.mail.go.th