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“Thailand” logo artist files charges against Pencak Silat Association

Designer Suchal Chaweewan shows the designed letters "Thailand" that also appear on the sportwear of pencak silat athletes at the SEA Games in Hanoi, Vietnam (Photo from Buk Babor Facebook account)

The designer of the now famous “Thailand” logo has filed a formal charge against the Pencak Silat Association of Thailand with the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) over its unauthorised use of the artwork during the 31st Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games), held in Vietnam in May 2022.

Graphic designer Suchal "Buk" Chaweewan said on Tuesday that despite mediation between himself and the association facilitated by the Department of Intellectual Property, an amicable conclusion could not be reached.

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