The People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) has escalated its efforts to end the use of monkey labor in Thailand's coconut industry by collaborating with Mike White, creator of the HBO series 'The White Lotus'.

On Friday, PETA released a letter from White addressed to Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, calling for an end to the exploitation of pig-tailed macaque monkeys in coconut harvesting.

White, who recently filmed the third season of 'The White Lotus' in Thailand, expressed his concern after learning from PETA about the forced labor practices involving monkeys.

He urged the Thai government to transition to humane harvesting methods that do not rely on animal labor.

PETA's investigations have uncovered distressing conditions in Thailand's coconut-picking training facilities, where young monkeys are reportedly chained and subjected to harsh training methods.

These findings have prompted protests, including a recent demonstration outside the Thai embassy in London, where activists called for a boycott of coconut products linked to such practices.

In response to international criticism, the Thai government and coconut industry stakeholders have claimed that monkey labor is no longer used in the production of exported goods.

However, PETA's latest investigation suggests that the exploitation persists, with industry insiders allegedly concealing the continued use of monkey labor in the supply chain.

PETA continues to advocate for stricter regulations and independent audits to ensure the eradication of forced monkey labor in Thailand's coconut industry.