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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.
Public must gain from coalition: PT
News, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 16/02/2026
» Phumtham Wechayachai, a senior figure in the Pheu Thai Party, said the party's decision to join forces with the Bhumjaithai Party in forming the next government was made with the interests of the people in mind, rather than for the sake of party prestige.
People's Party takes aim at abandoned '100-Year Stadium' project
News, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 10/11/2025
» People's Party (PP) MP for Bangkok Rukchanok Srinork has renewed scrutiny over the long-delayed Narathiwat Provincial Sports Stadium, which has stood unfinished for 13 years and earned the local nickname the "100-Year Stadium" -- a jab suggesting it may never be completed.
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.
DSI investigation sparks Senate election row
News, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 07/05/2025
» Justice Minister Tawee Sodsong has confirmed that DSI officers were recently in Amnat Charoen province to investigate Senate election collusion, while former candidates claim imposters have been posing as officers there and coercing them into admitting guilt.
Thaksin holds out a distant hope
News, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 19/08/2018
» Deposed former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra is again provoking the Prayut Chan-o-cha government and the National Council for Peace and Order (NCPO) by rousing opposition among his supporters at home ahead of Thailand's first election in five years timed for early next year.