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THAILAND

Pheu Thai kindles 'sparks of hope'

News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 05/02/2026

» The Pheu Thai Party has unveiled its three prime ministerial candidates, with Yodchanan Wongsawat -- widely known as "Ajarn Chain" -- named as the party's top choice and first in line to assume the premiership should Pheu Thai win the upcoming general election.

THAILAND

Big-spenders abound as poll race tightens

News, Jutamas Tadthiemrom and Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 26/01/2026

» With only two weeks to go before the Feb 8 general election, the battle over economic policy has intensified into what many observers describe as a full-blown "populism war". Major political parties are locked in a contest of ever more generous handouts, welfare schemes and cash-based incentives, each attempting to outbid the other to secure votes.

THAILAND

35 parties plan meet to discuss charter referendum

News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 22/01/2026

» Representatives from 35 political parties will present their views and stances on the looming constitutional referendum next Tuesday, according to the Election Commission (EC).

THAILAND

Charter debate draws interest

News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 20/01/2026

» A public debate on the referendum on whether to approve the drafting of a new constitution will be held on Jan 25, following strong interest from both supporters and opponents of constitutional redrafting.

THAILAND

Somchai criticises EC's 'biased' info

News, Post Reporters, Published on 12/01/2026

» Former senator Somchai Swangkarn has urged the Election Commission (EC) to suspend the distribution of referendum information materials to households nationwide, arguing that the content is biased for portraying the 2017 constitution as undemocratic.

THAILAND

Election Commission defends requirement for two ID checks

News, Post Reporters, Published on 08/01/2026

» Voters will be required to verify their identities twice when voting in the general election and the constitutional referendum on Feb 8, as the voter lists for the two ballots differ, says the Election Commission (EC).

THAILAND

Charter referendum registration period 'final'

News, Post Reporters, Published on 06/01/2026

» The Election Commission (EC) on Monday explained it cannot extend the registration period for out‑of‑constituency and overseas voting in the constitutional referendum. It said strict deadlines and logistical reasons made an extension impossible.

THAILAND

Election Commission urged to streamline votes

News, Post Reporters, Published on 05/01/2026

» A former election commissioner on Saturday urged the Election Commission (EC) to revise its regulations to make voting more convenient for the public amid concerns over the management of dual voting for the general election and the constitutional referendum on Feb 8.

THAILAND

Shinawatra heir faces tough road

News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 01/01/2026

» The Pheu Thai Party has once again demonstrated that it has not stepped out from under the long shadow of convicted former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra and the broader Shinawatra political dynasty.

THAILAND

2025 a 'turning point' for Bangkok

News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 01/01/2026

» From a collapsing road to contentious transit debts, tighter pet rules and higher rubbish fees, 2025 marked a turning point in how Bangkok governs itself.