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Thailand’s Move Forward Party Confident of Forming Government, Leader Says
May 18, 2023

Thailand’s Move Forward Party Confident of Forming Government, Leader Says

By Sebastian Strangio
Eight parties have now agreed to join the MFP-led coalition, leader Pita Limjaroenrat said, while outreach to other parties is ongoing.
Former Thai PM Thaksin Hails Move Forward Election Victory
May 17, 2023

Former Thai PM Thaksin Hails Move Forward Election Victory

By Sebastian Strangio
The self-exiled leader has praised the progressive party's dynamic campaign, but could still end up exercising a strong influence over Thailand's next government.

Thailand’s Military Lost the Election, but Will Obstruct the New Government At Every Turn
May 17, 2023

Thailand’s Military Lost the Election, but Will Obstruct the New Government At Every Turn

By George McLeod
It's not a question of whether the establishment will play spoiler, but of when and how.

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.

Thailand’s Opposition Parties Score Resounding Election Victory
May 15, 2023

Thailand’s Opposition Parties Score Resounding Election Victory

By Sebastian Strangio
The progressive Move Forward Party is poised for a stunning win in Sunday’s vote, but its ability to form the next government is far from guaranteed.
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.

Ahead of Thailand’s Election, Former PM Thaksin Promises to Return
May 10, 2023

Ahead of Thailand’s Election, Former PM Thaksin Promises to Return

By Sebastian Strangio
The ex-leader's announcement that he wants to return to Thailand after the May 14 polls is political risky and potentially destabilizing.
Rumors of Opposition Dissolution Swirl Ahead of Thai Election
May 05, 2023

Rumors of Opposition Dissolution Swirl Ahead of Thai Election

By Sebastian Strangio
With two opposition parties leading in pre-election polls, the country's conservative establishment is reportedly considering drastic measures to keep them out of power.

Whatever the Outcome of Its Election, Thailand’s Foreign Policy Needs a Reset
May 05, 2023

Whatever the Outcome of Its Election, Thailand’s Foreign Policy Needs a Reset

By Sek Sophal
Since the 2014 coup, the country's international activities have been conservative and narrowly conceived.

Thailand’s Move Forward Party Will Not Join ‘Inter-bloc’ Coalition
May 03, 2023

Thailand’s Move Forward Party Will Not Join ‘Inter-bloc’ Coalition

By Sebastian Strangio
The Move Forward and Pheu Thai parties both want the military out of power, but how far will that bind them once the post-election horse-trading begins?

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.
Thailand’s Democrat Party Pledges to Legalize Sex Toys
April 28, 2023

Thailand’s Democrat Party Pledges to Legalize Sex Toys

By Sebastian Strangio
The conservative party is making a desperate play to reverse its sliding electoral fortunes at next month's election.

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