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What the election results reveal
Post Reporters, Published on 10/02/2026
» The 2026 election has redrawn Thailand's political landscape, as Bhumjaithai secured a commanding 194 seats, up 123 from 2023. Results across several major parties confounded opinion polls, reflecting a range of party-specific dynamics.
PP hits back in patriotism row
Post Reporters, Published on 02/02/2026
» Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut, prime ministerial candidate and leader of the People's Party, has hit back at rival parties for stoking nationalist sentiment to win votes, saying genuine patriotism lies in serving the people, not exploiting politics for personal or financial gain.
Progressives under fire over SSO board plan
News, Post Reporters, Published on 01/02/2026
» The Progressive Social Security group has come under renewed scrutiny after members of the People's Party (PP) denied backing a policy that would allow migrants to sit on the Social Security Office (SSO) board, despite evidence suggesting the proposal had previously featured in the group's campaign platform.
Supat probe finds ATK breaches
Post Reporters, Published on 01/02/2026
» Leaked documents have revealed the findings of an inquiry into the procurement of antigen test kits (ATKs) by Supat Hasuwannakit, citing the use of privately supplied kits prior to retroactive procurement and the splitting of purchases to bypass approval limits.
Petition over Pheu Thai event
News, Post Reporters, Published on 20/01/2026
» Activist Srisuwan Janya on Monday filed a petition with the Election Commission (EC) seeking an investigation into Chaturon Chaisaeng, a Pheu Thai Party party-list MP candidate, over the dissemination of a video clip featuring youth football players that promoted approval of a constitutional amendment in the upcoming referendum.
Political party probed over ‘paid media buzz’
Post Reporters, Published on 10/01/2026
» The Election Commission is investigating allegations that a political party may have paid for favourable media coverage without receipts, after leaked Line chat messages suggested off-the-books arrangements during the campaign for the Feb 8 election.
Leaked recording reshapes politics, border tensions
Post Reporters, Published on 25/12/2025
» The year 2025 proved to be one of the most turbulent in Thailand’s recent political history, as a leaked recording of a conversation between former prime minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra and Cambodia’s former leader Hun Sen triggered a chain of events that reshaped the government and escalated border tensions.
Defining moments of 2025
News, Post Reporters, Published on 25/12/2025
» The 'Bangkok Post' has highlighted major events that shaped the news this year. These events have had a profound impact on people's daily lives, prompted shifts in government policy, and influenced public sentiment.
NACC probes graft claim against top cop
News, Post Reporters, Published on 23/12/2025
» The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) has launched a fact-finding probe following the circulation of an audio clip allegedly featuring a senior police officer demanding kickbacks from illegal businesses in Nakhon Si Thammarat province.
Tackling a national scourge
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 27/10/2025
» Thailand plans to rev up efforts to crack down on rampant online scams, which are a menace not only to Thailand but also the global economy. Efforts include improving existing regulations and cooperating with other countries to suppress scams.