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Politics at the border
Oped, Editorial, Published on 06/02/2026
» Amid a fierce election campaign, Bhumjaithai -- once a mid-sized party -- has ridden a wave of nationalism, becoming a force to be reckoned with in Sunday's poll.
Border talks disappoint
News, Editorial, Published on 31/01/2026
» The latest Thai-Cambodian border talks under the Regional Border Committee (RBC) framework collapsed, disappointing those who had hoped the two countries would take steps towards restoring lasting peace.
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.
Power with no sensitivity
Oped, Editorial, Published on 26/12/2025
» The border may be contested, but the message sent by bulldozing a Hindu god was unmistakable -- and damaging.
Infiltration by a bad lot
News, Editorial, Published on 22/12/2025
» Images of armed clashes along the Thai–Cambodian border have drawn global attention, especially after the Thai military expanded its operations to casinos. While these sites were described as military positions used to stage attacks against Thailand, the symbolism of the strikes extends far beyond the battlefield.
Inhaler fuss 'a lesson'
Oped, Editorial, Published on 03/11/2025
» A public debate has erupted following the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) announcement that laboratory tests found microbial contamination in certain lots of the popular Hong Thai herbal inhaler, one of Thailand's best-known household products, famed among both locals and foreign visitors.
From camps to jobs
Oped, Editorial, Published on 03/09/2025
» The Pheu Thai cabinet will soon be a thing of the past. Yet, it should be remembered for its decision last Tuesday to approve a labour policy that allows refugees and displaced persons living in nine camps along the Thai-Myanmar border to work.
A border fence too far
Oped, Editorial, Published on 02/09/2025
» The territorial conflict over Ban Nong Chan in Sa Kaeo province may compel some officials to opt for permanent fences along the Thai-Cambodian border.
PM's exit a wake-up call
News, Editorial, Published on 30/08/2025
» The Constitutional Court's verdict dismissing Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra from office on Friday for an ethics violation is another nail in the coffin for the Shinawatra political dynasty, which has dominated the Thai political landscape for over two decades.
House needs say on MoUs
Oped, Editorial, Published on 25/08/2025
» The abrupt adjournment of the House of Representatives on Aug 21 is simply disgraceful. At stake was a motion of urgent national importance: the memorandums of understanding (MoUs) signed with Cambodia in 2000 and 2001.