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Prayut Chan-o-Cha

Thailand’s New Prime Minister: The Parliamentary Vote and the Aftermath

Thailand’s New Prime Minister: The Parliamentary Vote and the Aftermath

By Tita Sanglee
Srettha Thavisin's confirmation as the country's PM was not a surprise, but the August 22 vote in Parliament offered some signs of where Thai politics might be heading.

Prayut Has Retired, but His Undemocratic Legacy Will Live On

Prayut Has Retired, but His Undemocratic Legacy Will Live On

By Mark S. Cogan
During his nine years in power, the general turned Thailand’s judiciary, and its Constitutional Court in particular, into a weapon for advancing and safeguarding conservative interests.
Thai PM Prayut Chan-o-cha Announces Retirement From Politics

Thai PM Prayut Chan-o-cha Announces Retirement From Politics

By Sebastian Strangio
The former general steps down nine years after coming to power in the military coup of 2014.

Snares and Traps: Thai Politics After the May Election

Snares and Traps: Thai Politics After the May Election

By Punchada Sirivunnabood
If the victorious Move Forward Party is unable to garner the votes to form the country's next government, an alternative is lurking in the wings.

Thailand’s Election: The Start of a New Chapter or Prelude to More Turmoil?

Thailand’s Election: The Start of a New Chapter or Prelude to More Turmoil?

By Michio Ueda
How the change in voting tendencies among Bangkokians may indicate a national political shift.

How Thailand’s Move Forward Party Painted Bangkok Orange

How Thailand’s Move Forward Party Painted Bangkok Orange

By David Matijasevich
The party’s capture of 32 of the capital’s 33 parliamentary constituencies may serve as a crucial bulwark against conservative interference.

Thailand’s Move Forward Party Celebrates Election Win, Begins Coalition Talks

Thailand’s Move Forward Party Celebrates Election Win, Begins Coalition Talks

By Sebastian Strangio
MFP leader Pita Limjaroenrat says that the party plans to form a coalition government with five other parties.
Why Thailand’s Political Paralysis Is Set to Continue

Why Thailand’s Political Paralysis Is Set to Continue

By Christian Kurzydlowski
Whatever the result, this week's election is unlikely to resolve the contradiction that has produced a state of rolling crisis in the country's politics.

Thai Opposition Parties Hold Strong Lead in Pre-Election Polls

Thai Opposition Parties Hold Strong Lead in Pre-Election Polls

By Sebastian Strangio
According to a new poll, the Pheu Thai and Move Forward parties command the support of more than 60 percent of the electorate two weeks ahead of the May 14 election.

Thai Opposition Parties Tracking Well Ahead of General Election

Thai Opposition Parties Tracking Well Ahead of General Election

By Sebastian Strangio
Two surveys conducted earlier this month show the opposition Pheu Thai Party and Move Forward Party commanding significant support among the electorate.

No Time to Die: Thailand’s Palang Pracharath Party

No Time to Die: Thailand’s Palang Pracharath Party

By Tita Sanglee
Despite withering popularity and internal divisions, the military-backed ruling party is still a force to be reckoned with.
How Thailand’s Upcoming Election May Alter Its Foreign Policy

How Thailand’s Upcoming Election May Alter Its Foreign Policy

By Arin Chinnasathian and Karen Lee
Thai citizens will be faced with a choice between the current stagnant approach, and a more modern, relevant, and adaptive foreign policy.

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