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People's Party push for reform
Post Reporters, Published on 11/10/2025
» After losing ground on Section 112, also known as the lese majeste law, the opposition People's Party (PP) is seeking to reinforce its reformist credentials by focusing on charter change, while critics raise their eyebrows at Pheu Thai Party leader Paetongtarn Shinawatra's 'comeback' speech as they wait for her replacement to be unveiled.
Hamas says ‘optimism prevails’ in talks with Israel
Published on 08/10/2025
» CAIRO - Hamas said on Wednesday that “optimism” was prevailing in indirect talks with Israel aimed at ending the Gaza war, with the militant group submitting a list of prisoners it wants released in exchange for freeing Israeli hostages as part of an agreement.
Negotiators due in Cairo for Gaza ceasefire, hostage release talks
AFP, Published on 05/10/2025
» CAIRO - Negotiators were converging on Cairo on Sunday ahead of talks aimed at ending nearly two years of war in Gaza, with Israel's leader expressing hope that the hostages still being held there would be released in a matter of days.
DR Congo ex-president Kabila sentenced to death in absentia for 'treason'
AFP, Published on 01/10/2025
» KINSHASA - A military court in the Democratic Republic of Congo on Tuesday sentenced ex-president Joseph Kabila to death in absentia for "treason".
The winds of change
Published on 20/09/2025
» A big shift in Thai politics is expected following Paetongtarn's fall, with conservatives and progressives ready to pounce v The Democrats face a leadership contest and the possible return of Abhisit Vejjajiva, who many feel can save them from oblivion.
Pheu Thai must pivot
Oped, Editorial, Published on 16/09/2025
» The Pheu Thai Party, once a titan in Thai politics, has no time to waste in regathering its bearings. As its ministers and administrative staff collect their belongings at Government House, the party must reflect on its short-lived, arguably ineffective tenure and urgently transform itself into a viable choice for voters.
Thai premier Anutin discloses B3.9bn in assets
Published on 09/09/2025
» New Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has declared assets worth 3.9 billion baht that include three private jets, two speedboats and a luxurious property in Bangkok.
Little faith in politicians
Published on 06/09/2025
» National security is now on the election agenda for political parties at a time when public trust in them has nosedived v The PP backing Bhumjaithai's bid to form a new government does not bode well for Pheu Thai, observers say.
Why Thailand’s politics are in constant crisis
New York Times, Published on 29/08/2025
» It is the enduring paradox of politics in Thailand.
Is it bye-bye Pheu Thai?
Published on 23/08/2025
» The ruling Pheu Thai Party is in freefall with no sign of bottoming out. However, the pressing question is: Can the party reverse its decline in time for the next election, which could come sooner rather than later?