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Thai School Shooting Sparks Gun Crackdown
Thailand's gun crackdown faces challenge as illegal firearm trade thrives.
In brief
Thailand's gun crackdown faces challenge as illegal firearm trade thrives. Thailand's authorities launched a major gun ownership crackdown after a school shooting but illegal firearm trade continues to flourish. Originally reported by Nikkei Asia.
School Shooting in Bangkok
Four days after a deadly school shooting in August, Thai authorities launched the country's biggest-ever crackdown on gun ownership.
Thailand's Gun Problem
Thailand is estimated to have over 10 million civilian-held guns, more than the rest of Southeast Asia combined.
Illegal Trade Continues
Despite tight rules, illegal firearm trade flourishes in Thailand, challenging the government's crackdown efforts.
In short
Thailand's authorities launched a major gun ownership crackdown after a school shooting but illegal firearm trade continues to flourish.
