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Snares and Traps: Thai Politics After the May Election
June 23, 2023

Snares and Traps: Thai Politics After the May Election

By Punchada Sirivunnabood
If the victorious Move Forward Party is unable to garner the votes to form the country's next government, an alternative is lurking in the wings.

Thailand’s Election: The Start of a New Chapter or Prelude to More Turmoil?
June 02, 2023

Thailand’s Election: The Start of a New Chapter or Prelude to More Turmoil?

By Michio Ueda
How the change in voting tendencies among Bangkokians may indicate a national political shift.
How Thailand’s Move Forward Party Painted Bangkok Orange
May 30, 2023

How Thailand’s Move Forward Party Painted Bangkok Orange

By David Matijasevich
The party’s capture of 32 of the capital’s 33 parliamentary constituencies may serve as a crucial bulwark against conservative interference.

Thailand’s Move Forward Party Celebrates Election Win, Begins Coalition Talks
May 16, 2023

Thailand’s Move Forward Party Celebrates Election Win, Begins Coalition Talks

By Sebastian Strangio
MFP leader Pita Limjaroenrat says that the party plans to form a coalition government with five other parties.

Why Thailand’s Political Paralysis Is Set to Continue
May 11, 2023

Why Thailand’s Political Paralysis Is Set to Continue

By Christian Kurzydlowski
Whatever the result, this week's election is unlikely to resolve the contradiction that has produced a state of rolling crisis in the country's politics.

Thai Opposition Parties Hold Strong Lead in Pre-Election Polls
May 01, 2023

Thai Opposition Parties Hold Strong Lead in Pre-Election Polls

By Sebastian Strangio
According to a new poll, the Pheu Thai and Move Forward parties command the support of more than 60 percent of the electorate two weeks ahead of the May 14 election.

Thai Opposition Parties Tracking Well Ahead of General Election
April 19, 2023

Thai Opposition Parties Tracking Well Ahead of General Election

By Sebastian Strangio
Two surveys conducted earlier this month show the opposition Pheu Thai Party and Move Forward Party commanding significant support among the electorate.
No Time to Die: Thailand’s Palang Pracharath Party
April 12, 2023

No Time to Die: Thailand’s Palang Pracharath Party

By Tita Sanglee
Despite withering popularity and internal divisions, the military-backed ruling party is still a force to be reckoned with.

How Thailand’s Upcoming Election May Alter Its Foreign Policy
April 11, 2023

How Thailand’s Upcoming Election May Alter Its Foreign Policy

By Arin Chinnasathian and Karen Lee
Thai citizens will be faced with a choice between the current stagnant approach, and a more modern, relevant, and adaptive foreign policy.

Thai PM Launches Election Campaign, Pledges ‘New Political Climate’
March 27, 2023

Thai PM Launches Election Campaign, Pledges ‘New Political Climate’

By Sebastian Strangio
Launching the United Thai Nation Party's campaign, the former general promised to "move beyond" the conflict that has gripped Thai politics over the past two decades.

Thai PM Dissolves Parliament, Paving Way For May Election
March 21, 2023

Thai PM Dissolves Parliament, Paving Way For May Election

By Sebastian Strangio
The polls will once again see a showdown between the allies of exiled former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra and the country's conservative establishment.
From the Streets to the Ballot Box: Ex-Student Protesters Prepare for Thailand’s Election
March 21, 2023

From the Streets to the Ballot Box: Ex-Student Protesters Prepare for Thailand’s Election

By Robin Vochelet
Once at the forefront of the youthful protests against PM Prayut Chan-o-cha, activists weigh in on the stakes of the upcoming polls.

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