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People's Party push for reform
Post Reporters, Published on 11/10/2025
» After losing ground on Section 112, also known as the lese majeste law, the opposition People's Party (PP) is seeking to reinforce its reformist credentials by focusing on charter change, while critics raise their eyebrows at Pheu Thai Party leader Paetongtarn Shinawatra's 'comeback' speech as they wait for her replacement to be unveiled.
Anutin favoured as next PM, says poll
Post Reporters, Published on 09/10/2025
» Prime Minister and Bhumjaithai (BJT) Party leader Anutin Charnvirakul topped the list of candidates for premiership, according to the latest survey by Khon Kaen University.
BJT's fortunes in flux
AEKARACH SATTABURUTH, Published on 05/10/2025
» The political winds appear to be shifting once again, and the Bhumjaithai Party (BJT) is emerging as the most likely beneficiary although the party's ability to sustain its edge hinges on strategy it is set to craft.
A wolf in sheep's clothing?
Published on 04/10/2025
» The sudden decision by Thamanat Prompow, the patriarch of the Klatham Party, to defect from the Pheu Thai-led government and throw his support behind a new minority coalition with Anutin Charnvirakul as premier has jolted the already fragile Thai political landscape.
Little room for sentiment
Published on 27/09/2025
» Thaksin going to jail may win him and Pheu Thai some sympathy votes, but this is unlikely to transform their fortunes v Anutin Charnvirakul's cabinet picks have raised some eyebrows, but observers feel the line-up is aimed at getting things done.
Thai PM Anutin promises 'tangible' results
Post Reporters, Published on 21/09/2025
» Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has committed to delivering tangible results prior to a House dissolution in four months.
The winds of change
Published on 20/09/2025
» A big shift in Thai politics is expected following Paetongtarn's fall, with conservatives and progressives ready to pounce v The Democrats face a leadership contest and the possible return of Abhisit Vejjajiva, who many feel can save them from oblivion.
Things can still get worse
Published on 13/09/2025
» Pheu Thai's populist policies used to be a winning formula but the digital wallet, 20-baht flat fare schemes could return to haunt it v Some observers feel Thaksin going to jail could inspire a reversal of fortunes for the beleaguered former ruling party.
Prime minister, exile and now prisoner: Thai power broker Thaksin’s new chapter
New York Times, Published on 12/09/2025
» A year ago, Thaksin Shinawatra’s astonishing resurgence to power in Thailand seemed complete. One of his daughters had just been elected prime minister. And he was flaunting his influence, giving speeches on his “vision for Thailand.”
Little faith in politicians
Published on 06/09/2025
» National security is now on the election agenda for political parties at a time when public trust in them has nosedived v The PP backing Bhumjaithai's bid to form a new government does not bode well for Pheu Thai, observers say.