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Leader of small party draws focus
News, Jutamas Tadthiemrom, Published on 11/02/2026
» Since the announcement of Sunday's election results, Wasawat Poungponsri, leader of the Thai Ruam Palang Party, has emerged as one of the most closely watched figures among Thailand's smaller parties -- groups widely regarded as crucial to the formation and stability of a Bhumjaithai-led coalition government.
Bhumjaithai win bodes well for conservatives
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth and Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 11/02/2026
» The outcome of Thailand's latest general election has prompted intense debate among political analysts, with many concluding that the decisive victory of the Bhumjaithai Party (BJT) represents a triumph of the conservative camp reinforced by rising nationalist sentiment and the strategic consolidation of local political power bases, or ban yai (influential political clans).
Local doctor to receive WHO award
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 09/02/2026
» Director of Umphang Hospital in Tak province, Worawit Tantiwattanasap, will receive the United Arab Emirates Health Foundation Prize 2026 in recognition of his humanitarian service and sustained efforts to expand healthcare access for vulnerable populations in remote border areas, the World Health Organization (WHO) announced.
Conservative vote could consolidate around Bhumjaithai
News, Published on 07/02/2026
» The Bhumjaithai Party has emerged as an unexpected wedge within the conservative camp, prising apart supporters who once reliably backed ultra-right and establishment parties such as Palang Pracharath and United Thai Nation.
All eyes trained on coalition maths
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 07/02/2026
» As the election campaign enters its final stage, with more than 53 million eligible voters heading to the polls tomorrow, experts are making their final tea-leaf readings.
Coalition options emerge
News, Chairity Yonpiam, Aekarach Sattaburuth and Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 04/02/2026
» Analysts are mapping coalition scenarios for the next government, depending on whether the People's Party (PP) or Bhumjaithai finishes first, with no party expected to govern alone.
Social Security Office rejects claims over land deal
News, Post Reporters, Published on 04/02/2026
» The Social Security Office (SSO) has come under renewed scrutiny but rejected allegations of misconduct over its 84‑million‑baht purchase of land in Chon Buri province, insisting the acquisition complied with procurement laws and reflected prevailing market prices.
RTAF moves to recruit female pilots for training
News, Post Reporters, Published on 03/02/2026
» The Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) has started taking applications for female pilots, marking a major step towards greater gender inclusion within the military.
Call to revive idle Betong Airport
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 02/02/2026
» Former Democrat Party deputy leader Samart Ratchapolsitte has urged the government to take urgent action to revitalise Betong Airport in Yala province, warning against allowing the billion-baht facility to remain largely unused despite its completion.
No easy road ahead for PP greenhorns
News, Veera Prateepchaikul, Published on 02/02/2026
» The latest opinion polls, conducted by the National Institute of Development Administration (Nida) and Rajabhat University ahead of the general election on Sunday, have put the People's Party (PP) ahead of its rivals and its leader, Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut, as the most favoured prime ministerial candidate among voters.