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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.
Push to reopen North Korean abduction case
News, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 02/12/2025
» A human rights group is calling on the Thai government to revive efforts to resolve the case of Anocha Panjoy, a Chiang Mai native abducted by North Korean agents in 1978.
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.
Group delays anti-PM rally to show unity
News, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 26/07/2025
» The "United Front to Defend Thai Sovereignty", a vocal critic of suspended Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, has postponed its rally from tomorrow till Aug 2 following heightened border tensions between Thailand and Cambodia.
Kingdom to celebrate 50 years of Vietnamese ties in 2026
Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 19/07/2025
» Thailand and Vietnam will celebrate 50 years of diplomatic relations next year, says a spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, calling it a milestone that reflects bilateral cooperation across politics, economics and public engagement.
Premier chats with Macron
News, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 01/07/2025
» Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra held a high-level phone conversation with French President Emmanuel Macron on Friday, reaffirming both nations' commitment to deepening bilateral cooperation across multiple sectors.
Calls for a new PM grow
News, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 30/06/2025
» Anti-government demonstrators have vowed to ramp up their calls demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, while denying accusations from the Pheu Thai Party and the People's Party that they are calling for a military coup.
Cambodia strongman Hun Sen's livestream 'breaks law'
Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 29/06/2025
» Cambodian Senate President Hun Sen's livestream broadcast on Friday amounts to interference in Thailand's internal affairs and violates international protocol, says Vice Minister for Foreign Affairs Russ Jalichandra.
Anti-graft body opens review of PM’s audio clip
News, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 26/06/2025
» The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) has acknowledged the start a preliminary investigation into the audio recording of a conversation between Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra and Cambodian Senate President Hun Sen.
China hails Thailand as sibling at peace forum
News, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 12/06/2025
» International unity and cultural dialogue are crucial in paving the way for a more peaceful and unified global future, the president of the International Confucian Association (ICA) said.