Thailand ranked 10th among 162 countries in global terrorism index

[webfact]

Thailand ranked 10th among 162 countries in global terrorism index



BANGKOK: -- The Australia and US-based Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP) has ranked Thailand on the 10th out of 162 countries on the Global Terrorism Index (GTI).

In a report published this week, by the IEP, it gave Thailand a score of 7.19 out of 10.

Thailand trailed behind the Philippines which was ranked 9th with the score of 7.29, while Indonesia which is among the ASEAN came in 30th place with 4.67 scores.

Leading the list of the 162 countries is Iraq with the score of 10, followed by Afghanistan (9.39), Pakistan (9.37), Nigeria (8.58), Syria (8.12), India (7.86), Somalia (7.41), and Yemen (7.31).

Russia was placed at 11th rank after Thailand with 6.76 scores.

The GTI uses four indicators to measure the impact of terrorism: the number of terrorist incidents, the number of deaths, the number of casualties and the level of property damage.

These indicators are used to create a weighted five year average for each country, which takes into account the lasting effects of terrorism.

The score given to each country therefore indicates the impact of a terrorist attack on a society in terms of the fear and subsequent security response.

In its second edition of the terrorism index, GTI indicated a 61 percent increase in the number of deaths globally from “terrorism,” rising from 11,133 in 2012 to 17,958 in 2013, and a 44 percent increase in the number of terrorist incidents, rising from 6,825 in 2012 to 9,814 in just a single year.

The Global Terrorism Index defines terrorism as “the threatened or actual use of illegal force and violence by a non-state actor to attain a political, economic, religious or social goal through fear, coercion, or intimidation.

According to the report, the recent rise and expansion of the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) group in the region is the major national security threat for the country, as it ranked Lebanon top fifth exporter of jihadists to Syria in 2013, estimating the number to 800.

The vast majority of attacks, the report said, were committed by four groups: ISIS in Iraq and Syria; Boko Haram in Nigeria; the Taliban in Afghanistan; and al-Qaeda in various parts of the world.

Meanwhile, 80 percent of the lives lost to terrorist attacks in 2013 occurred in just five countries – Iraq, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Nigeria and Syria.

The influx in terrorist attacks raises questions about the effectiveness of the US “War on Terror” launched by the Bush administration after the 9/11 attacks, which included US-led invasions of Iraq and Afghanistan, air strikes in Pakistan and Yemen, and operations elsewhere.

The campaign failed to eliminate or even reduce terrorism, as the report shows a steady increase in the death toll over the last 14 years, from 3,361 in 2000 to 11,133 in 2012 and 17,958 in 2013.

The figures could rise dramatically in 2014 due to escalation of violence in the Middle East and Nigeria.

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Source: http://englishnews.thaipbs.or.th/thailand-ranked-10th-among-162-countries-global-terrorism-index


-- Thai PBS 2014-11-20

[Costas2008]

Was TAT involved compiling this report?

[soundman]

Was TAT involved compiling this report?

Probably not, however, it is sure to boost tourist arrivals.

[toonsai]

With a total failed State, such a high rate of corruption, a total laxity and the absence of controls, moral, ethics and common sense (other than money) I am convinced that Thailand has become an important base for terrorists; not only for the South of Thailand. For me, it is just a matter of time before something happen there; so many easy targets.

I love(d) Thailand but things go down the hill so fast for the last decade... Thainess just make things even worse.

Edited November 20, 2014 by toonsai

[RustBucket]

Have you noticed that ALL the terrorism in those named countries are from Muslims?

I am not saying all Muslims are terrorists, but it is funny how all terrorists are Muslims.

[jpinx]

Have you noticed that ALL the terrorism in those named countries are from Muslims?

I am not saying all Muslims are terrorists, but it is funny how all terrorists are Muslims.

Try telling that to the IRA, KKK, etc

[Thailand]

I am sure some gov agency can put a spin on this top 10 stat.

[Anthony5]

Was TAT involved compiling this report?

Probably not, however, it is sure to boost tourist arrivals.

So what's the 2015 TAT theme gone be?

Martial law, get murdered or Terrorist tourism? By the way, they all sound like killer themes.

[Kerryd]

Have you noticed that ALL the terrorism in those named countries are from Muslims?

I am not saying all Muslims are terrorists, but it is funny how all terrorists are Muslims.

Not quite true. While a majority of terrorist incidents in recent years are directly related to Muslims, not all terrorists are Muslim.

For example, the FARC rebels in Columbia are Marxist-Leninists.

The Shining Path guerrillas in Peru were (are still/maybe) Maoists.

The Aum Shinrikyo terrorists in Japan were Buddhists.

Some may consider the right-wing Christians that fire bomb abortion clinics and murder abortion doctors as terrorists as well.

Certain criminal organizations carry out atrocities every bit as bad as religious fanatics do (like the beheadings in Mexico over the past few years), but because they do it for criminal/financial reasons they seem to avoid being labelled as terrorists. I'm sure their victims would beg to differ, if they'd lived long enough.

http://www.visionofhumanity.org/#page/indexes/terrorism-index/2013 - interactive map

[BeforeTigers]

I guess illegally overthrowing the entire government of a country by threat of violence and imprisonment doesn't cout as terrorism for some reason.

[simple1]

From the report:

How Terrorist Groups End

Since the 1960s, 83% of terrorist organisations that ended, ceased to operate due to policing or politicisation. Only 7% ended due to military intervention.

Although no consolation for the victims…

Terrorism in Context

Although terrorism is on the increase and a major concern compared to other forms of violence, it is relatively small when compared to the 437,000 people killed by homicide in 2013. In the US an individual is 64 times more likely to be victim of a homicide than terrorism.

Edited November 20, 2014 by simple1

[ezzra]

Dubious distinction no doubt... C'mon Thailand, you can do better, like 1st place perhaps??/

[recycler]

Why not be the "HUB-OF" for this too?

[Jingthing]

A "Top Ten" List you don't wanna be on!

[ALLSEEINGEYE]

Have you noticed that ALL the terrorism in those named countries are from Muslims?

I am not saying all Muslims are terrorists, but it is funny how all terrorists are Muslims.

Try telling that to the IRA, KKK, etc

Really?? The KKK? You will have to bring me up to speed on that one. I have not heard of any terrorist type activities (or any type of activity) from the KKK for decades. Maybe I have been living in Thailand too long and am not able to access any news from the USA so please fill me in on what they have been up to lately.

[Lupatria]

And with more free weapons given out in the far South there is hope that they will climb the ranking and make it into the top three.

[blazes]

What about the "terrorist" drivers in LoS, causing more deaths per 100,000 than even for Honduras and their straighforward homicides?

[Ulic]

With separatist unrest in southern Thailand, Thailand will always be near the top of the list.

[garrya]

Well well well. The hub of terrorism now?

[TM77]

All above countries have majorities or minorities population by a certain great religion of peace.Their diciples in LOS are indigenious ; never take a gift from a foreign power.Should be a lesson for the friends of the cultural enhancement of the west if only they could think clearly.

[Pikeybkk]

Have you noticed that ALL the terrorism in those named countries are from Muslims?

I am not saying all Muslims are terrorists, but it is funny how all terrorists are Muslims.

Try telling that to the IRA, KKK, etc

yeah combat 18 , major muslims

[uel1968]

Have you noticed that ALL the terrorism in those named countries are from Muslims?

I am not saying all Muslims are terrorists, but it is funny how all terrorists are Muslims.

Yep,Allah will have a lot to answer for.

[wabothai]

I really think this is unfair, despite Thailand's shortcomings.

[wabothai]

I really think this is unfair, despite Thailand's shortcomings.

[harleyclarkey]

Have you noticed that ALL the terrorism in those named countries are from Muslims?

I am not saying all Muslims are terrorists, but it is funny how all terrorists are Muslims.

Try telling that to the IRA, KKK, etc

JP....the IRA have been disbanded for years....all arms destroyed (and seen to be so)

[glitteratzzi]

how did america not make the list?? they create "terrorist" (osama bin laden worked for the CIA as Tim Osman), they fund terrorist, they arm terrorist... they create propaganda to create fear towards "terrorist"... take 9/11 for example...an inside job, blamed on "terrorist" .. so... just sayin

[Jingthing]

how did america not make the list?? they create "terrorist" (osama bin laden worked for the CIA as Tim Osman), they fund terrorist, they arm terrorist... they create propaganda to create fear towards "terrorist"... take 9/11 for example...an inside job, blamed on "terrorist" .. so... just sayin

Just sayin' a load of crapola. Are tin foil hats on sale now?

[smileydude]

I'm guessing the situation in the south of Thailand had much to do with this undesirable ranking.

A few decades ago Spain and Ireland would probably have been high up on the list with all the separatist activity.

Apart from the countries that make up for 80% of terrorist activity I don't think the rankings reflect the chances of being kidnapped and having your head lopped off. Thailand should be fine.

[Jimbo2014]

At least Thailand is winning in something

[cup-O-coffee]

Have you noticed that ALL the terrorism in those named countries are from Muslims?

I am not saying all Muslims are terrorists, but it is funny how all terrorists are Muslims.

I can't say I have a lot of love for Muslims, but fairness and objectivity compels me to look at the alternative, as well as who is putting out this definition of terrorism, how it is interpreted and by whom, and a lot of other factors.

No, I sure don't have a lot of love for Muslims, but I have just about the same for the ones putting them on this list.

Give a few hours to some research on the word terrorism. Let Google do the selecting for you and read through a few Pro / Con sites. There is some interesting reading that the mainstream, non-Muslim media don't want you to see.

To me, this word, Terrorist is nothing more than a battle cry to keep the sheep trembling and the war machine going. It is a word used to stir fear where there should be none, and moreover if at all directed towards the ones promoting it (meaning the word itself).

Give the word "terrorist" a read, and especially the Oxford's definition. Chomsky has some interesting insight into this as well.

Like I say, a lot of Pros and Cons, but some real eye-opening things to consider, and then ask why our leaders and media are ignoring them. Who is really "retaliating" and who is really striking terror into hearts?