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Rak Chart ‘a litmus test’ for government
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 22/01/2026
» The Rak Chart Party has issued a firm warning ahead of Thailand's Feb 8 general election: it will not join any government tainted by corruption, grey-zone dealings or improper political bargaining. If any wrongdoing is discovered after joining a coalition, the party says it will immediately withdraw and expose the facts to the public.
Abhisit's tricky path forward
Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 02/11/2025
» Former prime minister Abhisit Vejjajiva has returned to lead the Democrat Party at one of the most difficult times in its history, with questions being raised as to whether the oldest political party can reclaim lost ground after years of decline and internal rifts before the next election.
Phumtham finds fault with Anutin over Khao Kradong
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 24/09/2025
» Former deputy premier Phumtham Wechayachai has admitted he was taken aback by Progressive Movement chairman Thanathorn Juangroongruangkit's remarks on the controversial Khao Kradong and the Senate election fixing.
Pheu Thai coalition on brink
Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 10/08/2025
» Under mounting external threats and equally pressing internal tussles, the government and the "two Shinawatras" are bracing for a decisive turning point in the next few months.
Casino bill foes step up protests
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 28/03/2025
» Critics of the casino and entertainment complex bill have vowed to step up their protests, following the cabinet's decision to approve the controversial bill on Thursday.
Thai corruption body indicts 44 former MPs over lese majeste
Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 16/02/2025
» The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) will indict 44 former MPs of the now-dissolved Move Forward Party (MFP) for breaching ethical standards over their sponsorship of a bill to amend Section 112 of the Criminal Code, also known as the lese-majeste law.
Thaksin influence case to ignite tensions
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 01/01/2025
» A case where former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra is accused of exerting undue influence over the ruling Pheu Thai Party is expected to be one of the major highlights in Thai politics this New Year.
Government defends Thaksin's role
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 12/11/2024
» Former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra has the full legal right to assist in Pheu Thai Party's campaign rallies for the upcoming Provincial Administrative Organisation (PAO) chair elections in Udon Thani and Surin provinces, according to Deputy Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai.
Thaksin ‘yet to testify’ in hospital stay case
Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 07/11/2024
» Ex-premier Thaksin Shinawatra has yet to testify in a case in which he and the ruling Pheu Thai Party are accused of attempting to undermine the constitutional monarchy, as the deadline for public prosecutors to submit a report on the case to the Constitutional Court approaches.
Blue is the colour as Senate takes centre stage in Thailand
Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 29/07/2024
» All eyes will soon be on the new Senate and its key role in charter amendment and the political power-play among coalition parties in the government.