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Phumtham: Digital handout still a must
Achara Ashayagachat, Published on 31/08/2024
» The new-look coalition government will begin working to carry out its policies, including the digital money handout, within two weeks, according to Phumtham Wechayachai, the caretaker deputy prime minister.
People's movements tread troubled paths
News, Achara Ashayagachat, Published on 24/05/2016
» The month of May is the time when Thailand marks two political upheavals. One is the Black May uprising of 1992 when the pro-democracy movement was at a peak.
Strong city-state continues to engage with the world
Asia focus, Achara Ashayagachat, Published on 14/09/2015
» Without having to confront the more "competitive politics" feared before last Friday's election, Singapore will still be able to enjoy its status quo in the regional arena, according to analysts.
Charter drafter sees 'grand coalition'
News, Achara Ashayagachat, Published on 09/04/2015
» The new constitution will produce reconciliation by design, where rival parties would be compelled to work together in a "grand coalition government", charter drafters say.
Sombat's detention will 'spur opposition'
News, Achara Ashayagachat, Published on 07/06/2014
» The arrest of activist Sombat Boonngamanong will only escalate anti-coup sentiment, his supporters say.
Poll only way out of crisis, activists say
News, Achara Ashayagachat, Published on 15/05/2014
» An election held as soon as possible is the only feasible way of reaching a peaceful solution to the current political crisis, according a coalition of political activist groups.
Get out of the way and let us form a govt
News, Achara Ashayagachat, Published on 11/03/2014
» As the Constitution Court is to decide this week if the Feb 2 election is valid, I’ve realised how well-educated, elitist members of Thai society cannot connect to the majority of people regarding their real aspirations and needs.
Jon floats coalition govt plan
News, Achara Ashayagachat, Published on 12/02/2014
» The Pheu Thai and Democrat parties should form a temporary coalition government to preside over a reform effort, says former Bangkok senator Jon Ungphakorn.
State of emergency marks another blunder by Pheu Thai
News, Achara Ashayagachat, Published on 23/01/2014
» Yingluck Shinawatra's invocation of the emergency decree on Tuesday evening _ a serious misstep of the ruling Pheu Thai Party _ will only draw more support for the anti-government groups that have been attempting to overthrow her government for the past three months.
Feminists, scholars slam 'sexist' slurs
News, Achara Ashayagachat, Published on 17/01/2014
» Feminist groups and academics are angry about the increasing presence of sexist remarks at political rallies and in social media.