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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.
Election Commission acknowledges error in sample ballot for voters
Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 08/01/2026
» The Election Commission (EC) has acknowledged a printing error in sample referendum ballots distributed to households nationwide, after former commissioner Somchai Srisutthiyakorn raised concerns that missing text could confuse voters.
Renovations raise eyebrows
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 06/05/2025
» Criticism is mounting against parliament's request for a billion baht in additional budget for renovations, despite the new chambers only opening last year.
Rights body seeks Land Bridge changes
Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 26/09/2024
» The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) is petitioning Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra to consider revising the government’s southern Land Bridge megaproject, saying it is not worth investing in and could pose a serious threat to the environment and local way of life.
Lack of clear rules risks causing delays
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 10/05/2024
» A seminar held yesterday by the Thai Journalists Association (TJA) warned that the lack of clarity on election rules risks causing a delay in the election process, especially since hundreds of thousands of candidates are expected to enter the race in the coming weeks.
Thaksin issue ‘may imperil’ justice system
Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 18/01/2024
» Allowing convicted former premier Thaksin Shinawatra to serve the rest of his jail term at his luxury home could imperil the justice system, says an outspoken senator.
Maybe pause for reflection is needed?
Oped, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 19/12/2020
» The temporary break in the political rallies announced by firebrand protest leader Parit "Penguin" Chiwarak may give the impression that the pro-reform Khana Ratsadon movement is waning.
How long can Prayut last as premier?
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 03/08/2019
» Finally, Thailand's democracy has been restored to life with the reopening of parliament. Special interest groups have also emerged to voice opinions and criticism of the new Prayut Chan-o-cha government, while the opposition is performing its checks-and-balances role. We hope such political mechanisms will provide room for the country to manage political conflicts, and therefore prevent a return to street protests.