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About Politics: Presenting a fresh face
News, Published on 09/09/2023
» After failing to form a govt, the MFP is rebranding as a party of the future in opposition to the coalition parties of the past v Sutin Klungsang's lack of experience in security matters sees the civilian defence minister looking for all the advice he can get.
PM vote doubts persist
News, Mongkol Bangprapa and Wassana Nanuam, Published on 19/08/2023
» Questions remain over whether the country's 30th prime minister can be elected on Tuesday as the political situation is still highly volatile, according to observers.
The best of friends -- really?
News, Published on 19/08/2023
» The Pheu Thai Party (PTP) took its time before ending the deal it had made with the Move Forward Party (MFP) to form a government together, which begs the question as to why it was reluctant to break up with what had been touted as its best ally in the pro-democracy wing.
New PM vote set for Tuesday
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Apinya Wipatayotin & Thana Boonlert, Published on 17/08/2023
» The next round of voting for a prime minister is likely to take place on Tuesday after the Constitutional Court on Wednesday dismissed the Ombudsman's petition on the rejected renomination of Move Forward Party (MFP) leader Pita Limjaroenrat.
PM candidate faces vote uncertainty
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 15/08/2023
» The Pheu Thai (PT) Party is confident its prime ministerial candidate will win endorsement from parliament in the next PM vote, a party source said.
Senate to play pivotal role
News, Editorial, Published on 14/08/2023
» Significant developments are poised to unfold in politics this week, casting a spotlight on the 250-appointed senators and their pivotal role in determining the nation's trajectory. Their choices will either propel the country forward or set it back for more than half a decade.
Pita gives view on PM rejection
News, Post Reporters, Published on 11/08/2023
» Move Forward Party (MFP) leader Pita Limjaroenrat on Thursday said he believes he could have been renominated for prime minister in parliament without having to wait for a court ruling.
Pro-Pita MPs and senators under fire
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 10/08/2023
» Political activist Sonthiya Sawasdee yesterday asked the Office of the Ombudsman to seek a judicial review on the actions of 314 MPs and senators who last month voted for Move Forward Party (MFP) leader Pita Limjaroenrat to be the next prime minister, despite knowing his MP status was under review.
Parties wait for Pheu Thai invite
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth and Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 09/08/2023
» The Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP) and Chartthaipattana Party have hinted that they are ready to join a Pheu Thai-led political alliance if formally invited.
Thaksin says check-up will delay return
News, Post Reporters, Published on 06/08/2023
» Fugitive former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra said yesterday he was postponing his return from self-exile because he needs a medical checkup first.