On October 13, 2026, Dr. Paul Chambers gave a lecture on the “monarchized military,” where he examined how the armed forces maintain their influence through ties to the monarchy, internal patronage networks, and cooperation with civilian governments.

On September 17, Engage Thailand hosted an event in New York City, bringing together more than 20 community members for a conversation with Prof. Pavin Chachavalpongpun on political persecution in Thailand, the monarchy, and transnational activism. On display were also typographic artworks and letters from prison by human rights lawyer Arnon Nampa.