Thai academic critical of gov't seeks asylum in Japan

Thai academic critical of gov't seeks asylum in Japan

Pavin Chachavalpongpun of Thailand, a Kyoto University associate professor shown in this undated photo, is seeking asylum in Japan for fear of being persecuted by the Thai military regime for his constant criticism of the junta. Kyodo News learned of his asylum application on Jan. 20, 2015, after a recent interview with the diplomat-turned-academic. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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