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Pressure weighs on Yingluck
News, Nattaya Chetchotiros, Published on 14/01/2014
» Even though caretaker Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra is showing no signs of dismay in the face of the Bangkok "shutdown" campaign, her fresh attempt to engage all major players in talks to discuss the postponement of the Feb 2 general election suggests the government does not want to play the bully.
Emergency decree not needed yet, says Capo
News, Post Reporters, Published on 14/01/2014
» The emergency decree is still not needed to help the government cope with the protests as they remain peaceful, according to Surapong Tovichakchaikul, caretaker deputy prime minister and foreign minister.
Suthep, EC reject invite to talks on poll postponement
News, Published on 14/01/2014
» The anti-government People's Democratic Reform Committee (PDRC) and the Election Commission (EC) have rejected the premier's overture to discuss a possible postponement of the Feb 2 election.
Traffic snarls hit hardy few
News, Post Reporters, Published on 14/01/2014
» Anti-government protesters' city "shutdown" campaign has affected many residents, mainly due to traffic disruptions. But for many restaurants, convenience stores and shopping malls, the demonstration has proved a boon.
Aerothai, SET next in firing line for protest group
News, Amornrat Mahitthirook, Published on 14/01/2014
» A protest group is threatening to seize the Stock Exchange (SET) and the Aeronautical Radio of Thailand Co (Aerothai) if the caretaker prime minister refuses to resign by tomorrow.
PHC vows to defy Health Minister Pradit
News, Paritta Wangkiat, Published on 13/01/2014
» The Public Health Community (PHC) has announced it will no longer abide by the orders of caretaker Public Health Minister Pradit Sintawanarong and will only follow those of public health permanent secretary Narong Sahametapat.
Army slams threats to Prayuth's family
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 13/01/2014
» The army has denounced a supporter of former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra for urging the abduction of army chief Gen Prayuth Chan-ocha's twin daughters if the general stages a coup.
Election plans proceed
News, Post Reporters, Published on 13/01/2014
» The Election Commission (EC) sent a request to caretaker Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra on Sunday asking for the Feb 2 election to be delayed.
Civil groups issue plea for peaceful rally
News, Post Reporters, Published on 13/01/2014
» Civil groups have called on all sides to refrain from violence as protesters mount their Bangkok shutdown bid today.
Officials plan against shutdown
News, Post Reporters, Published on 13/01/2014
» Several ministers have prepared contingency plans for their work to counter the People's Democratic Reform Committee (PDRC)'s city shutdown attempt.