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Myanmar poll to test region
News, Editorial, Published on 27/12/2025
» Tomorrow, eligible voters in Myanmar will return to the polls in a general election organised by the State Security and Peace Commission (SSPC), the military-appointed body overseeing the process.
Be wary of Border Guard Force pledges
Oped, Editorial, Published on 18/02/2025
» After Thailand moved to cut electricity supply and internet access to several areas along the Myanmar border to curb the activities of Chinese scam syndicates in Myawaddy township, the Border Guard Force (BGF) -- an ethnic Karen militia allied with the Myanmar junta, led by Colonel Saw Chit Thu -- finally agreed to take action.
Charter push is risky
News, Editorial, Published on 23/09/2024
» It is rare to see a ruling party and a main opposition party join hands in rewriting the constitution. But such is the case with the Pheu Thai Party and the People's Party, a reincarnation of the Move Forward Party, as they push with all their might to amend some sections of the junta-sponsored 2017 constitution.
Jumbo issue needs a fix
Oped, Editorial, Published on 10/10/2023
» The recent report of another person being killed by a wild elephant proves that the government needs to find a solution to this issue, or such incidents will only reoccur. So far, 16 people have been killed by wild elephants this year alone.
Senate must walk its talk
Oped, Editorial, Published on 20/09/2023
» This month, the Senate faces a challenge as it votes on ethical probes against accused members of its own chamber. It is hoped that the Upper House will display the high ethical standards they demanded in selecting prime ministerial candidates. Yet, the senators' votes in two inquiry cases may still raise a few eyebrows.
Srettha sees plate fill up
Oped, Editorial, Published on 24/08/2023
» More than three months since the May 14 general election and after a series of elaborate political dramas, Thailand finally has a new prime minister.
Refugees deserve a much better deal
Editorial, Published on 09/07/2023
» While Thailand eagerly awaits the formation of a new government to usher in change, a crisis on its western borders is driving war refugees to seek safety on Thai soil. They, too, are in desperate need of guidance from the next government, humanitarian aid, and effective intervention to stop the bloodshed. Current approaches are just band-aid solutions.
No time for cruel jokes
Oped, Editorial, Published on 17/03/2023
» As the election draws near, it's more evident that any reconciliation -- as promised by Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha when he staged a coup in 2014 -- isn't going to happen. Pressure groups and parties have filed complaints against one another as the political climate becomes more tense. Political campaigns have become places for disputes and even scuffles.
EC must show full fairness
News, Editorial, Published on 19/12/2018
» The Election Commission members are hosts and controversial participants in a vital meeting on Wednesday. The full seven-member EC is to meet with political parties on rules, methods and procedures of the just-stirring campaign and election day events. But the EC will be in the hot seat. Some of its early rules on electioneering have given the impression of favouritism.
Prayut must play fair
News, Editorial, Published on 16/08/2018
» For those curious about the political future of Prime Minister and military regime leader Prayut Chan-o-cha, the old saying “actions speak louder than words” makes things clearer.