Asiya Bakht
Jun 16, 2010

Adfest 2010 cancelled due to political situation in Thailand

BANGKOK - The Adfest festival in Pattaya has been cancelled due to ongoing political instability in the capital of Bangkok.

Adfest 2010 cancelled due to political situation in Thailand

A press statement from Adfest stated: "Due to the continuation of political demonstrations in Bangkok, it has taken the decision to cancel the three-day festival scheduled for 27-29 May in Pattaya, Thailand."

On 1 March Adfest organisers announced the postponement of the festival citing the difficult political situation.

According to this statement, the judging of the Lotus Awards will still take place as scheduled at an alternative venue to be confirmed in the near future. The Adfest committee is in the process of finding an alternative venue for the judging, which will take place from 24-28 May, when the winners of the 2010 Lotus Awards will be determined.

Vinit Suraphongchai, chairman of the Adfest working committee, said: “Since the announcement of new dates for the festival, the political rallies have become increasingly unpredictable. With the safety of our delegates and guests of utmost importance, we have no choice but to take precautionary measures.”

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