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Politics, parties and PMs
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 29/12/2023
» With 2024 fast approaching, the 'Bangkok Post' takes a look back at five top political stories that captivated and intrigued the nation over the past year.
Thaksin lawyer fit for government?
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 30/08/2023
» Eyebrows are being raised as an ex-lawyer is tipped to become a cabinet minister despite having served jail time for contempt of court over the so-called "cash-stuffed paper bag" scandal representing former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra in a controversial land case in 2008.
Chalerm enters speaker fray
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 23/06/2023
» Pheu Thai heavyweight Chalerm Ubumrung has joined the fray to criticise the Move Forward Party (MFP) as both parties continue to lock horns over who gets the House speaker position after the formation of a new government.
Pheu Thai accepts MFP invitation to coalition
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 16/05/2023
» The Pheu Thai Party on Monday congratulated the Move Forward Party (MFP) on its election victory and accepted its proposal to form a coalition government with five other parties.
Pheu Thai leads with digital wallet
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 18/03/2023
» The Pheu Thai Party has touted a number of campaign policies involving cash handouts to woo voters ahead of the general election, including a "digital wallet" and financial aid for families that earn a monthly income of 20,000 baht or less.
When will PM go to the polls?
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 26/12/2022
» The upcoming general election is scheduled to take place on May 7 next year, provided the House of Representatives completes its term on March 23.
Democrats on the brink
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 19/12/2022
» The Democrat Party disputes a recent opinion poll that poured cold water over its prospects in the next general election, saying voters will have the final say.
Cannabis bill riles coalition
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 16/09/2022
» Relations among the government's coalition partners have become strained due to a cannabis and hemp bill, with the Bhumjaithai Party slamming its withdrawal from parliament as being politically motivated.
Bangkok Metropolitan Administration selects 7 protest sites
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 25/06/2022
» City Hall has designated seven sites where people can hold demonstrations in Bangkok under the Public Assembly Act, though rally organisers have to seek prior permission and follow related laws.
Paetongtarn tipped as candidate for PM
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 22/03/2022
» All eyes are on whether Paetongtarn Shinawatra, the youngest daughter of fugitive ex-premier Thaksin Shinawatra, will be named as a candidate for prime minister in the next general election after she was put in charge of a campaign aimed at promoting unity in the Pheu Thai Party.