At the farthest edge of the Kingdom of Thailand, pressing against the border with Malaysia, are the three provinces of Patani, Narathiwat, and Yala. Since 2004 the Thai state has been embroiled in a low intensity conflict. Facing shadowy group’s of Islamic insurgents, bombings, shootings, and even beheading have become an almost daily occurrence. Despite pouring massive amounts of men and arms into the region, and millions of dollars spent there seems to be no end in sight for Thailand’s forever war.
I must give massive gratitude to the following people. Madaree Tohlala, Najib Ibn Ahmad, Bree Jehloh, Dr Chis Joll, Hadi Wijaya, and Sabri Musordi. Thanks for bringing me into your lives, sharing your families, your floors, and your food. For showing me how to see the deep south when I was only looking.
You can explore more of my work in southern Thailand HERE