Protests in Bangkok turned violent last week, as pro-democracy activists and police clashed in the Thai capital. Among the most vociferous protestors was a buddhist monk who was photographed kicking police shields, before jostled into a corner by officers. #thailand #thai #bangkok #buddhist #buddhism #monk #buddhistmonk #democracy #protest #protests | Images of Buddhist monks facing off with riot police in Bangkok have gone viral, as protests erupted near the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit in the Thai capital. | With the world’s eyes on the economic summit, attended by leaders like China’s Xi Jinping and US Vice President Kamala Harris, pro-democracy activists used the occasion to protest against Thai prime minister Prayut Chan-o-cha. | Buddhist Monks Take on Riot Police During Protests