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Time to tread carefully
Published on 30/08/2025
» ABOUT POLITICS: The People's Party's reform agenda could be risky right now, thanks to the nationalism fed by the border dispute v Thaksin Shinawatra survived his lese majeste trial, but the hospital stay ruling will have greater political significance
Why Thailand’s politics are in constant crisis
New York Times, Published on 29/08/2025
» It is the enduring paradox of politics in Thailand.
A new page as France quits key bases in Africa
News, John J Metzler, Published on 02/08/2025
» It's a turning of the page in Franco-African diplomatic relations. For the first time since the decolonisation of the French colonies in the 1960s, there will be no formal French military bases on the African continent.
Signs and symptoms of Thai stagnation
Oped, Thitinan Pongsudhirak, Published on 18/07/2025
» That Thailand is faring poorly in the world is no longer in dispute. Not so long ago, many were in denial and adamant that Thailand could still bring a good game to engage abroad, that "Teflon" Thailand could bounce back. Now, just about all indicators are pointing south. The causes of this country's decline and stagnation are not singular but multifaceted over a two-decade period. As Thailand's situation is likely to worsen before hopes for a better future can arise, it is instructive to start counting the costs.
Paetongtarn’s suspension hits Thailand's troubled economy
Bloomberg News, Published on 02/07/2025
» Thailand’s ruling coalition was already fraying when a court suspended Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra on Tuesday, raising fresh doubts about her survival, the country’s economy and the future of a dynasty that has loomed over the Southeast Asian nation for decades.
Opposition to discuss strategy
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 01/07/2025
» Opposition party leaders are scheduled to meet on Thursday to decide whether to table a no-confidence motion against Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, while opposition leader Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut has called for caution, urging MPs to wait for the right moment.
Protest a worrying sign
Oped, Editorial, Published on 01/07/2025
» The protest at Victory Monument on Saturday brought back memories of the last two street demonstrations which rocked the capital in recent years -- the protest organised by the People's Alliance for Democracy (PAD) against then-prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra, and the rallies held by the People's Democratic Reform Committee (PDRC) against his sister, Yingluck.
People's Party reminds members they must not support coups
Online Reporters, Published on 30/06/2025
» The People's Party has reminded members not to "step over the party line" by showing any support for a coup to solve the political crisis.