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People have continued to gather in the Thai capital Bangkok in pro-democracy demonstrations that have seen tens of thousands on the streets, in spite of a ban by the Prime Minister on protests and a "severe" state of emergency being declared.

The protesters have demanded the release of a number of activists who have been arrested as well as the resignation of the Prime Minister and royal reforms, which are particularly sensitive in Thailand.

Protester Chayin Tengkanokkul explains what has brought so many protesters on to the streets.

Photo: Pro-democracy protesters flash the three finger salute during rally against the state of emergency at Ratchaprasong district in Bangkok, Thailand Credit: EPA