Thai Politics
Updates on Thai politics, including government actions, opposition movements, and policy changes.
- Bangkok News
PM: Ex-minister’s parole release unrelated to Yingluck’s return
Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra firmly dismissed any links between the…
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House dissolution: Phumtham shoots down charter row rumours
A fiery political debate over Thailand’s charter referendum sparked speculation…
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Old friends, new deals: Singapore PM makes visit to Thailand
In a historic first, Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong touched…
- Thailand News
Thai PM and Energy Minister clash over clean energy vision
Tensions have erupted in Thailand’s government as Prime Minister Paetongtarn…
- Bangkok News
Former MP advocates for fair treatment in Yingluck’s planned return
Former Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra plans to “face her legal…
- Thailand News
Justice minister says ‘no special treatment’ for Yingluck
Former Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra’s potential return to Thailand sparked…
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Attorney General throws out coup accusation against Thaksin
In a bold move that’s shaking up Thai politics, the…
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Trump and Thailand: PM Paetongtarn pledges to strengthen ties
In a historic phone call, Thailand’s youngest Prime Minister, Paetongtarn…
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Thailand halves poverty in seven years despite ongoing challenges
Thailand has achieved a significant milestone in its battle against…
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Thailand coalition agrees on constitutional drafting assembly
The coalition parties in Thailand have reached a consensus on…
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PM Paetongtarn pledges no interference in Thaksin detention probe
Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra addressed concerns regarding her involvement in…
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Soapy king returns for Thai court hearing amid health struggles
Thai ex-politician Chuwit Kamolvisit returned to Thailand to attend a…
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EC investigates Pheu Thai Party, dissolution probable
The Election Commission (EC) has commenced an investigation into the…
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Fugitive general resigns amid Tak Bai scandal
Retired General Pisan Wattanawongkiri, once the chief of Thailand’s 4th…
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PM Paetongtarn to host first informal dinner with coalition leaders
Thailand Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra will host an informal dinner…
- Politics News
Bhumjaithai abstains from House vote on referendum bill
The Bhumjaithai Party refrained from participating in a House vote…
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Thailand stands firm: Government won’t walk down protest alley
The Thai government dismissed threats of street protests against its…
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Thailand’s new PM makes TIME100 Next list
Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has made waves by being included…
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New opposition leader takes the helm after party collapse
People’s Party leader Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut has officially taken on the…
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From idol to outcast: Thaksin devotee switches allegiances
Once a die-hard fan of former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin…
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Anutin denies Bhumjaithai influenced Senate’s double majority vote
Anutin Charnvirakul, leader of the Bhumjaithai Party, firmly denied allegations…
- Bangkok News
EC dismisses complaints for party dissolution, insufficient evidence
The Election Commission (EC) has dismissed two of over ten…
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PM Paetongtarn tops the polls whilst Thaksin falls to 7th
Thailand Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has surged to the top…
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Thai PM’s Office hits back at ethics amendment critics
Political storms are brewing over Thailand’s controversial charter amendment proposal but…
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Anti-money laundering complaint filed against Prawit Wongsuwon
A fresh anti-money laundering complaint has been lodged against former…
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Opposition calls for Pheu Thai’s pledged 600-baht minimum wage
The opposition urged the implementation of the Pheu Thai Party’s…
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Thai defence minister appoints ex-RTA expert as secretary
Defence Minister Phumtham Wechayachai appointed General Trisak Indararusmi, a former…
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People’s Party urges urgent rewrite of 2017 constitution
The opposition People’s Party (PP) called on the government to…
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Pheu Thai MP urged to face trial over 2004 Tak Bai massacre
A list MP from the ruling Pheu Thai Party is…
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PM Paetongtarn faces ethics probe over mini-heart gesture
Thailand Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra faces a new accusation by…
