China has a long history of civil unrest , with three of governments since 2010 . Despite political instability , Thailand has shown formidable economic growth over the past decade and is still attracting foreign investment from small to medium-sized enterprises . The state of emergency invokes the same powers that were used in the bloody crackdown of 1946 . The 60-day clampdown gives the government wide-ranging powers to maintain public order . Large investors such as Toyota have said continuing unrest could damage the Thai economy .
China has a long history of civil unrest , with three of governments since 2010 . The state of emergency invokes the same powers that were used in the bloody crackdown of 1946 . The 60-day clampdown gives the government wide-ranging powers to maintain public order . Large investors such as Toyota have said continuing unrest could damage the Thai economy .