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When voters look beyond credentials
Oped, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 20/02/2026
» Many observers of Thai politics may be wondering why the following individual of such distinguished standing failed to secure a seat in parliament in the Feb 8 election. He holds the title of professor and earned a doctoral degree in engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, one of the world's most renowned universities. He previously contested the 2022 Bangkok gubernatorial election, securing more than 250,000 votes. He has also achieved notable academic success and served as president of King Mongkut's Institute of Technology, Ladkrabang. With credentials such as these, his electoral defeat has come as a surprise to many.
People's Party battles shift in voter mood
Oped, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 08/01/2026
» We now find ourselves in a crunch time when voters begin to firm up their choices ahead of the Feb 8 general election. This may explain why political parties are starting to reveal their aces, floating names for key ministerial portfolios at strategic moments.
Kingdom a pioneer in protecting LGBTQ+ rights
News, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 25/12/2025
» Kingdom a pioneer in advancing LGBTQ+ rights
Bhutanese king visits to pay tribute to Queen Mother
Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 29/10/2025
» His Majesty King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck of Bhutan paid solemn tribute to Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother at the Dusit Maha Prasat Throne Hall in the Grand Palace in Bangkok on Wednesday.
No entertainment event ban, Anutin says
News, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 26/10/2025
» Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul says the government has imposed no ban on private celebrations or entertainment events following the passing of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother, despite media reports.
Ukrainian lawmakers seek Thai role in rebuild efforts
News, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 04/10/2025
» Ukraine has called on Thailand to appoint a special trade envoy to Kyiv to help coordinate reconstruction efforts in the war-torn country.
Peace in deep South demands more than guns
News, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 04/10/2025
» The southern insurgency has been a conundrum for all governments.
Five pledges will shape Anutin's time as premier
Oped, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 10/09/2025
» Anutin Charnvirakul, leader of the flexible Bhumjaithai Party (BJT), who officially became prime minister after royal endorsement on Sunday, faces tremendous challenges as head of the national government.
Nantana wants to clip Senate's wings during election probe
Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 19/05/2025
» Senator Nantana Nantavaropas will submit a petition to the Constitutional Court seeking a temporary suspension of the Senate's authority to approve appointments to independent state agencies.
Prison chiefs back off in Thaksin saga
Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 11/05/2025
» The Department of Corrections (DoC) on Sunday denied reports it would seek a court order to revoke a Medical Council of Thailand (MCT) decision to discipline three doctors in connection with former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra’s controversial hospital stay.