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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.
Weathering the storm
News, Nattaya Chetchotiros, Published on 21/01/2022
» Academics believe Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha still has an ace up his sleeve and will deal with pressure for political changes and steer the government forward following the Palang Pracharath Party's (PPRP) decision to expel secretary-general Thamanat Prompow and his faction.
Resignations a sign PM 'is losing power'
News, Nattaya Chetchotiros, Published on 18/07/2020
» The sudden resignations of key economic ministers in the Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP) are a signal of the diminishing negotiating power of Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha in the ruling coalition, which may keep him from getting his way in the upcoming cabinet reshuffle, says one observer.
Jurin seen as front-runner to lead Dems
News, Nattaya Chetchotiros, Published on 14/05/2019
» The results of the Democrat Party's much anticipated leadership race will be revealed on Wednesday and the odds are likely to swing in Jurin Laksanavisit's favour, according to a highly placed source in the party.
Parties urge PM to shelve S44 hopes
News, Nattaya Chetchotiros, Published on 25/06/2018
» Politicians from Pheu Thai and Democrat parties expect Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha to enter the political fray in September while urging him not to use the all-powerful Section 44 to gain the upper hand over other parties in the run-up to the general election.