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PM's crisis-coping skills again in doubt
Oped, Nattaya Chetchotiros, Published on 26/03/2026
» A joint military attack on Iran by the United States and Israel appears to have had a profound political impact on the Anutin government. Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and his ministers have come under heavy criticism from the public and commentators alike for what is widely seen as a failure to handle the oil supply situation effectively.
Dark horse, deep state in upcoming polls
Oped, Nattaya Chetchotiros, Published on 15/01/2026
» The national election may be 20 days away, yet political analysts are already reading the tea leaves. Surprisingly, their predictions point in the same direction -- the next coalition could be a surprising mix of the Bhumjaithai Party (BJT), Pheu Thai and -- hold your breath -- the Democrat Party.
Poll deadlock threatens
News, Nattaya Chetchotiros, Published on 05/01/2026
» Thailand will hold a crucial general election in about a month, with both domestic and international observers watching closely to see who wins the poll. But identifying the winner may prove far easier than determining who will ultimately govern the country.
Thaksin charges seen as warning from old guard
News, Nattaya Chetchotiros, Published on 31/05/2024
» The attorney general's decision to indict former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra on lese majeste charges is the result of Thaksin failing to honour a deal with the old power groups that still hold sway in Thai politics, according to some political observers.
Ex-premier faces legal maze upon his return
News, Nattaya Chetchotiros, Published on 22/08/2023
» Deposed prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra faces 10 years in prison in three cases upon returning on Tuesday. But based on the court rulings, he will likely serve a maximum of five years.
Pirapan's rise 'a game changer'
News, Nattaya Chetchotiros, Published on 23/12/2022
» Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha's appointment of Pirapan Salirathavibhaga, leader of the United Thai Nation (UTN) Party, as his new secretary-general is seen by some political pundits as a clear signal that Gen Prayut is determined to compete in the next general election, while also representing a potential game changer in the next polls.
Thamanat denies plan to oust Prayut
News, Nattaya Chetchotiros, Published on 02/09/2021
» Thamanat Prompow, secretary-general of the ruling Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP), denies he orchestrated a clandestine move to oust Prime Minister Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha.
A giving Monarch
News, Nattaya Chetchotiros, Published on 28/07/2021
» His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua is a giving monarch, so readily demonstrated by the sustained support he has provided to equip the medical personnel in their unrelenting battle against Covid-19.
Dems' charter draft leaves major parties smiling
News, Nattaya Chetchotiros, Published on 26/06/2021
» The passage of the Democrat-sponsored charter amendment proposal which would bring back the two-ballot system is a win for all major political parties, including the ruling Palang Pracharath Party whose draft was rejected by the Senate.
'Ballot war' looms on charter revamp
News, Nattaya Chetchotiros, Published on 14/06/2021
» Even though key government figures have played down speculation about a House dissolution and the possibility of an early general election, parties, both old and new, are gearing up for a ballot battle, with all eyes on the joint parliamentary session on June 22-23 to debate charter change proposals.