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Pheu Thai's by-election win strengthens coalition's unity
Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 22/09/2024
» The ruling Pheu Thai Party's victory in the Phitsanulok by-election on Sept 15 signals that the coalition parties led by Pheu Thai will continue to collaborate and unite against the opposition People's Party (PP) in the next general election, according to political observers.
Reshuffle ruffles some
Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 05/05/2024
» The first cabinet reshuffle under the Srettha Thavisin government aims to enhance efficiency, particularly in advancing economic stimulus initiatives, as the government plans to introduce additional populist programmes to attract votes in the next election, academics say.
I've done my best, says Prayut
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 31/03/2022
» Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha has insisted he has tried his best during his time as the country's leader and said he will respect the decision of voters if they don't give him the chance to serve another term at the next election.
1,500 NZ votes lost in the mail now 'spoiled'
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 25/03/2019
» A total of 1,500 ballots cast in overseas voting in New Zealand were not counted yesterday and were initially declared spoiled after they did not arrive on time, according to the Election Commission (EC).
EC bullish despite advance vote issues
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 19/03/2019
» The Election Commission (EC) expressed satisfaction on Monday with Sunday's advance voting despite some reported irregularities including the alleged discovery of a pre-marked book of ballots.
Election Commission sets out poll TV rules
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 29/01/2019
» Each party will receive ten minutes' television airtime for a campaign advertisement, while the Election Commission (EC) will also hold TV debates for them to discuss their policies.
Political chaos tipped as NCPO keen to stay
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 02/01/2019
» More signs of political unrest have emerged in the run-up to the Feb 24 general election, with pundits now anticipating further political disruptions after the poll.
Feud erupts over NLA organic bill panel chairman
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 26/04/2017
» A dispute has erupted over the selection of the chairman of a National Legislative Assembly (NLA) committee set up to scrutinise an organic bill on the Election Commission.
EC unveils sweeping set of reforms
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 14/09/2016
» The Election Commission (EC) revealed its general election reform proposals Tuesday, targeting areas ranging from candidate registration to the announcement of election results.
Charter provisions 'store up problems'
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 29/04/2016
» Charter proposals for an appointed Senate, an outsider non-elected premier and the mixed-member apportionment (MMA) voting system represent the major shortcomings of the draft constitution which would invite political problems in the future, a seminar held by the Bangkok Post has been told.