THAILAND

Early release for Thaksin 'needs more scrutiny'

News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 23/01/2026

» The Network of Students and People for Thailand's Reform (NSPRT) on Thursday submitted a petition urging the justice minister to closely examine the eligibility of jailed former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra for a sentence suspension, arguing that his case may not fully meet legal requirements.