Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra has said that more than 800,000 websites deemed "inappropriate," will be shut down. He has warned website hosts not to allow any inappropriate messages or pictures to show on theirs websites.
The premier said that the bottom line is to eradicate obscene media which may mislead youths. He said that those who post inappropriate pictures or messages on the website will be seriosly punished.
He has assigned the Minister attached to the Prime Minister’s Office, Mr. NEWIN CHIDCHOB (เนวิน ชิดชอบ) and Metropolitan Police to strictly inspect websites.
Moreover, youth network can inform any details of inappropriate websites at thaicybercop.com or hotline No. 1111.
Source: Thai National News Bureau Public Relations Department - 14 January 2006