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Academics sound alarm ahead of poll
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 14/01/2026
» A group calling itself Academics for Society are urging voters to impose an "electoral boycott" on political parties it says are hostile to Thailand's long-term development, warning that the country is nearing a critical breaking point ahead of the Feb 8 general election.
Opposition to scrutinise BJT-led govt
Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 20/09/2025
» The People's Party (PP) has announced plans to thoroughly scrutinise the Bhumjaithai-led government during its upcoming policy statement delivery in parliament, focusing on constitutional amendment proposals, alleged Senate vote collusion, and other pressing public concerns.
A difference of opinion
News, Published on 16/08/2025
» When the moment of truth came -- that Thailand had been slapped with a 19% tariff by the US, down from the originally threatened 36% -- several implications for the government were spelt out by experts, both positive and cautionary.
Thaksin has 'nothing to lose'
Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 20/07/2025
» Former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra has stepped back into the political spotlight as the ruling Pheu Thai Party and his daughter, suspended Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, find themselves on increasingly shaky ground.
So what have you done?
News, Published on 11/01/2025
» The year 2024 ended on a rather perplexing note, with a big question mark hanging over what the government has achieved after spending more than 100 days in office.
Most Thais have little confidence in govt: poll
Online Reporters, Published on 15/09/2024
» Most Thais have little confidence in the Paetongtarn Shinawatra administration and their greatest worries are the government’s failure to keep promises and the premier’s lack of experience in politics, according to an opinion poll.
A move that could backfire
News, Published on 14/09/2024
» Pheu Thai might not have considered the consequences of sidelining Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP) leader Gen Prawit Wongsuwon's faction from the coalition and keeping the group led by Capt Thamanat Prompow, according to observers.
Why can't Thais engage in the forex trading market?
Published on 26/08/2024
» The dramatic financial events in Thailand's history have deeply impacted the country's perception and regulation of forex trading. The term "forex" itself has become associated with caution and skepticism among Thais. Moreover, the Bank of Thailand does not issue licenses for foreign currency trading, further limiting access to the forex market for Thai citizens. This article explores the reasons behind these restrictions and provides a broader understanding of forex trading.
Thai conservatives flex political muscle
Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 18/08/2024
» The decision to nominate Pheu Thai leader Paetongtarn Shinawatra as the new prime minister signals that Thaksin Shinawatra, the party's de facto leader, will go all out to rebuild a support base to fend off the People's Party (PP), according to a political analyst.
Bangkok governor’s son apologises for anti-MFP rant
Online Reporters, Published on 18/07/2023
» The son of Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt has apologised for an online tirade against the Move Forward Party, in which he called its supporters “bratty teenagers”, among other things.