Blogging diplomat reveals more than he intended

A British diplomat in Thailand has learned that writing a blog can open the door to some very undiplomatic exchanges on delicate subjects such as his outings in Bangkok's famed red-light districts.

Ian Proud, who heads the British Embassy's political division, accepted an offer to become an honorary blogger this week on the website of the Thai English-language The Nation newspaper.

The idea was proposed to him by the newspaper's editor, Tulsathit Tuptim.