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Thaksin marks sixth month behind bars
Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 10/03/2026
» Relatives of Thaksin Shinawatra visited Klongprem Central Prison on Monday as the former prime minister marked his sixth month behind bars, while red-shirt supporters announced plans for a major gathering ahead of his expected parole release on May 11.
Korrawee in race for deputy speaker post
Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 10/03/2026
» Korrawee Prissananantakul, a Bhumjaithai Party (BJT) MP for Ang Thong, has emerged as a potential contender for the first deputy House speaker post as negotiations over key parliamentary leadership positions continue ahead of the opening of the new House session.
Bhumjaithai coalition faces daunting challenges
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 07/03/2026
» As the Election Commission (EC) shrugs off legal hassles and proceeds with MP endorsements, the formation of a new coalition government, with the Bhumjaithai Party (BJT) at the helm, is taking shape.
Sereepisuth targets PM over Thamanat appointment
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 27/02/2026
» Seri Ruam Thai Party leader Pol Gen Sereepisuth Temeeyaves says he will petition the Ombudsman over Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul's appointment of Capt Thamanat Prompow as a deputy prime minister and as agriculture and cooperatives minister.
'No plan' for VAT rate hike
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 24/02/2026
» The incoming Bhumjaithai-led administration will not raise the value-added tax (VAT) rate to 10% over the next three years, a BJT executive said, adding that the party's immediate focus is economic recovery.
Doubts mount over EC's poll handling
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 21/02/2026
» Almost two weeks after the election, the embattled Election Commission (EC) has yet to endorse any winning candidates. Instead, it finds itself under mounting pressure, facing criticism and petitions from multiple directions.
Klatham govt role in doubt
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 18/02/2026
» The Klatham Party's prospects of joining a government led by the Bhumjaithai Party (BJT) remain uncertain, as internal resistance and strategic concerns within the largest party cast doubt over whether Klatham's 58 MPs will be incorporated into the emerging coalition.
PM vows tougher anti‑corruption drive after Thailand’s low Corruption Perceptions Index ranking
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 13/02/2026
» The government has pledged aggressive reforms after Thailand scored 33 out of 100 and ranked 116th in the latest Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI).
Minister touts efforts to reform Social Security Office
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 13/02/2026
» Labour Minister Treenuch Thienthong has revealed ongoing efforts to fundamentally reform Thailand's Social Security Office (SSO) into a professionally run state organisation with greater transparency, efficiency and independence from political interference.
Democracy calls: So what's new this time?
Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 07/02/2026
» As voters prepare for tomorrow's general election, they will also be asked to decide if they want the constitution to be amended.