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THAILAND

People's Party pushes Social Security overhaul

News, Post Reporters, Published on 14/02/2026

» The People's Party says it will move immediately to table a sweeping overhaul of the Social Security system, proposing a new board structure that shifts authority away from the state and towards the contributors who fund it.

THAILAND

Exat completes Samui Link Expressway hearings

News, Post Reporters, Published on 13/02/2026

» The Expressway Authority of Thailand (Exat) has completed its third public hearing on the proposed 74‑billion‑baht Samui Link Expressway, ahead of tentative cabinet consideration within the next two years.

THAILAND

Social Security Office faulted for benefit delays

News, Post Reporters, Published on 11/02/2026

» The Social Security Office (SSO) has come under renewed scrutiny after a board member representing insured workers said millions of contributors remain unable to access new dental benefits, while hundreds of thousands of senior citizens are still waiting for updated pension payments.

THAILAND

Charter rewrite rivals make final appeals

Post Reporters, Published on 07/02/2026

» Campaigning for and against approval of a constitutional rewrite intensified on Friday as a coalition of pro-democracy groups called on voters to back the amendment process while opponents rallied in defence of the 2017 charter.

THAILAND

Election Commission chief 'sorry' about remarks on YouTube

News, Post Reporters, Published on 06/02/2026

» Election Commission (EC) secretary-general Sawaeng Boonmee has issued an apology following widespread criticism over remarks he made in a YouTube video, in which he said: "If you don't trust the commissioners, then don't go to vote."

THAILAND

Charter 'pillars' are sacrosanct: TST

News, Post Reporters, Published on 05/02/2026

» The Thai Sang Thai (TST) Party has made its position on constitutional reform clear, saying that any amendments to the charter must serve the interests of the public rather than political elites, while maintaining Chapters 1 and 2 will remain untouched.

THAILAND

Jade warns charter rewrite is a 'trap'

Post Reporters, Published on 18/01/2026

» Jade Donavanik, Rak Chart's prime ministerial candidate, warned the public not to be misled by campaigns advocating a new constitution, claiming they were a tactic by corrupt politicians seeking to abolish the 2017 charter, which he said contains strong anti-corruption mechanisms.

THAILAND

Candidates list plans for deep South

News, Post Reporters, Published on 16/01/2026

» Political parties are calling for a shift in strategy to address the unrest in Thailand's southern border provinces, stressing dialogue-based conflict resolution, decentralisation and the creation of a new body to drive economic and social development in the region.

THAILAND

Experts, candidates weigh in on site safety standards

News, Post Reporters, Published on 15/01/2026

» The president of the Structural Engineers Association of Thailand has raised concerns about safety standards in Thailand's large-scale construction projects following a deadly crane collapse on the northeast-bound train in Nakhon Ratchasima's Sikhiu district.

THAILAND

Thanathorn casts poll as turning point

News, Post Reporters, Published on 14/01/2026

» The upcoming election will be a defining test for the country's future, pitting forces of progress against those seeking to hold it back, according to Progressive Movement leader Thanathorn Juangroongruangkit.