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More poll delays will spell trouble
News, Soonruth Bunyamanee, Published on 09/01/2019
» The tentative election date of Feb 24 has been delayed again and the Election Commission (EC) has not yet to officially name a replacement.
Populism casts shadow over Thai politics
News, Soonruth Bunyamanee, Published on 19/12/2018
» Initially, after the 2014 military coup, Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha gave us reason to hope that he could bring about drastic changes to Thailand's political norms -- among these, an "addiction" to populist policies.
No room for second best in prestige project
News, Soonruth Bunyamanee, Published on 05/09/2018
» The controversy over the winning design of Suvarnabhumi airport's second passenger terminal does not only relate to allegations of plagiarism but also the lack of a unique identity.
Thai 'Game of Thrones' only just beginning
News, Soonruth Bunyamanee, Published on 08/08/2018
» To a certain extent, the future Thai political landscape has become clearer judging from the activities of various political camps last week.
A kingdom that coupmakers treasure
News, Soonruth Bunyamanee, Published on 27/06/2018
» Coups d'etat have become synonymous with Thai politics ever since the nation became a constitutional monarchy in 1932, and this trend is expected to continue since the country lacks a legal precedent to prevent them.
Prayut's EU trip no champagne moment
News, Soonruth Bunyamanee, Published on 06/06/2018
» Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha may be overjoyed about his forthcoming trip to Europe, especially a chance to shake hands with the leaders of key European countries. But it's too early to for the general to pop the champagne and celebrate.
Newin returns to the role of kingmaker
News, Soonruth Bunyamanee, Published on 09/05/2018
» The roar of the 30,000-strong crowd which welcomed Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha as he stepped into Buri Ram's Chang Arena on Monday appeared reminiscent of a similar reception afforded Thaksin Shinawatra in 2006.
Sibling sightings part of political PR game
News, Soonruth Bunyamanee, Published on 28/02/2018
» The recent sightings of two former prime ministers, Thaksin Shinawatra and his sister Yingluck, in many countries in the region are not a coincidence. Rather, they mark a ramping up of their power game.
Bio-fuels price change will hurt motorists
News, Soonruth Bunyamanee, Published on 06/12/2017
» At times, state authorities put in place policies and measures that, despite goodwill, raise questions about their practicality, such as the ban on passengers riding in the cargo bed of pickup trucks during the Songkran festival. Some of them, which cause adverse impacts on various people, trigger controversy and a public outcry.
Yingluck's flight is no win-win deal
News, Soonruth Bunyamanee, Published on 30/08/2017
» Some might feel relieved following the no-show of former prime minister Yingluck Shinawatra at the Supreme Court on Friday.