Report of the Human Rights Watch examines the "war on drugs" of Thailand launched in 2003 resulted in the unexplained killing of more than 2000 persons, arbitrary arrest or blacklisting of several thousand more and widespread violence by government officials. The Report indicates unlawful state practices and lack of access to HIV/AIDS services for suspected drug users. Drug rehabilitation and HIV prevention programs and information are lacking for arrested drug users in detention centers and prisons. The Report reveals violence and discrimination against persons suspected of using or trafficking of drug wide encouragement by Thai government.
Citation: 'Not Enough Graves: The War on Drugs, HIV/AIDS, and Violations of Human Rights', Human Rights Watch (2004) Vol. 16, No. 8 (C)