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Abhisit vows clean politics, 5% growth
Nattaya Chetchotiros, Published on 29/01/2026
» Democrat Party leader and prime ministerial candidate Abhisit Vejjajiva has vowed to restore integrity to politics, dismantle networks of corruption and "grey capital," and lift the country's economic growth to 5% within four years, as he positions his party as a decisive swing factor ahead of the final lap of the general election campaign.
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.
PM ouster was a warning to Thaksin
Nattaya Chetchotiros, Published on 27/05/2024
» Academics are certain the latest move by a group of 40 senators asking the Constitutional Court to accept their petition to begin an ethics probe against the prime minister over his appointment of a cabinet member was just a warning to ex-premier Thaksin Shinawatra not to exercise his power.
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.
Thailand’s four post-Covid challenges identified by Surakiart
Business, Nattaya Chetchotiros, Published on 01/08/2020
» Thailand will face four major challenges in the “new normal” following the Covid-19 crisis, according to former deputy prime minister Surakiart Sathirathai.
Next govt tipped to be short-lived
News, Nattaya Chetchotiros, Published on 07/01/2019
» The next government could be a very short-lived one given the possibility of it emerging with a parliamentary minority, politicians are warning.
Democrats fear traitor in midst
News, Nattaya Chetchotiros, Published on 17/11/2018
» The Democrats have been thrown into disarray as party heavyweight Thaworn Senneam faces a probe for being "disloyal" by allegedly acting for the benefit of a pro-regime party.