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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.
Kingdom a pioneer in protecting LGBTQ+ rights
News, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 25/12/2025
» Kingdom a pioneer in advancing LGBTQ+ rights
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.
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.
Korn wants Kla Party to go it alone
News, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 11/01/2022
» The Kla Party has now been established for almost two years and, in a special interview, party leader Korn Chatikavanij, told the Bangkok Post why he is ready to be the next prime minister and how his party is ready to heal and bring genuine change to a polarised society.
Down but not out
News, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 01/03/2021
» Aung San Suu Kyi, leader of the National League for Democracy (NLD) party, and tarnished democracy heroine of that country, hit the headlines on Feb 1 when she was arrested and deposed by the Myanmar military, aka Tatmadaw, in its coup.
Courtship rituals fail to impress
News, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 24/06/2018
» Thailand is on track to hold a long-awaited general election by February next year if everything goes as planned, with politicians resorting to tricks of old as the polling day nears.