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This is one fight Thaksin can't win
News, Saritdet Marukatat, Published on 07/12/2015
» Thaksin Shinawatra has obviously not mistaken Dec 1 for Jan 1. So why did he rush to send out a New Year message?
Too risky to use S44 for everything
News, Saritdet Marukatat, Published on 02/11/2015
» The government seems not to be paying attention to this danger and is moving the country close to becoming comfortably addicted to the most powerful clause in the interim constitution -- Section 44. Cabinet ministers look to it as a cure-all which can fix every malady, from illegal trawlers to train construction.
It's time to take Prayut at his word
News, Saritdet Marukatat, Published on 10/08/2015
» In Prayut we trust? Prime Minister Prayut Cha-o-cha made it clear, again, on his weekly show on Friday night, that he had no desire to stay longer in office and is looking forward to an elected government taking over Government House from him.
Up the creek, preferably with a paddle
News, Saritdet Marukatat, Published on 08/12/2014
» As time goes by, passengers on Thailand's meandering ship of state are slowly getting an idea of their final destination as decreed by the superstitious figure of "Pae" − a mythical Chinese river pilot of legendary status.
A mountain to climb for Prayuth
Saritdet Marukatat, Published on 20/05/2014
» Army chief Prayuth Chan-ocha finally decided to go for military intervention in the political crisis following more than six months of standoff between the caretaker government and the People's Democratic Reform Committee (PDRC).
Constitution Court throws out Section 190 amendment
Saritdet Marukatat, Published on 08/01/2014
» The Constitution Court ruled by a majority vote on Wednesday that the draft amendment to Section 190 concerning international agreements was unconstitutional, dealing another blow to lawmakers supporting the Pheu Thai Party.
Education is the answer, not reform
News, Saritdet Marukatat, Published on 16/12/2013
» The only weapon that can wipe out the Thaksin regime is not a whistle - nor a tank or political reform. It's education.
It's time for a better choice for the voters
News, Saritdet Marukatat, Published on 09/12/2013
» Last Wednesday, Banharn Silpa-archa led 13 other politicians, fresh from serving a five-year ban, to the Chartthaipattana Party to apply for membership. They were greeted by party leader Theera Wongsamut, who praised Mr Banharn for his invaluable political experience that can help the party.
Yingluck could have roared in the Lion City
News, Saritdet Marukatat, Published on 25/11/2013
» Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra missed a great chance in her decision to skip a visit to Singapore tomorrow. She would no doubt have learnt some things from Singapore Premier Lee Hsien Loong, while at the same time passing on some knowledge.
Chadchart finds himself in a dilemma
News, Saritdet Marukatat, Published on 14/10/2013
» Transport Minister Chadchart Suttipunt climbed aboard trains, hopped on to public buses _ and unfortunately jumped the gun.