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OPINION

BJT's rise cast shadow over watchdogs

News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 21/03/2026

» Following parliament's decisive vote for a new prime minister, Bhumjaithai Party (BJT) leader Anutin Charnvirakul is making a triumphant comeback. He now wields something akin to near-absolute power, having effectively seized control of the country's major political mechanisms and institutions.

THAILAND

Klatham expects an opposition role

News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 11/03/2026

» The Klatham Party has admitted it is unlikely to be invited to join the next government, with party leaders saying political silence from the leading coalition camp suggests their role will probably be in the opposition.

THAILAND

People's Party urges govt to draft new charter

News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 11/03/2026

» The People's Party (PP) has called on the incoming government and the newly elected parliament to honour the outcome of the recent referendum and move forward with drafting a new constitution, warning that any delay would ignore the public mandate.

THAILAND

Referendum vote ‘must be respected’

Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 10/03/2026

» The People’s Party has called on the incoming government and the newly elected parliament to honour the outcome of the Feb 8 referendum and move forward with drafting a new constitution, warning that any delay would ignore the public mandate.

THAILAND

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.

THAILAND

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.

OPINION

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.

THAILAND

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.

THAILAND

Academic seeks Election Commission probe, People's Party's demise

News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 25/02/2026

» An independent academic on Tuesday petitioned the Election Commission (EC) to seek the dissolution of the People's Party (PP) over its alleged links with media-related firm Spectre C.

THAILAND

Pressure rises over barcodes

News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 24/02/2026

» A legal expert from the People's Party (PP) says the use of traceable barcodes and QR codes on ballot papers used in the election could violate the principle of secret voting outlined in the constitution.