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Why Thailand’s New Military-Monarchy Alliance Is a Bad Sign for Democracy

Why Thailand’s New Military-Monarchy Alliance Is a Bad Sign for Democracy

By Pavin Chachavalpongpun
New alignments between established forces suggest a bleak outlook for those yearning for change.
Thailand Junta Chief’s Orwell Plug Sparks Controversy

Thailand Junta Chief’s Orwell Plug Sparks Controversy

By Kaweewit Kaewjinda and Grant Peck
Prayut’s reference to a George Orwell classic has served as yet another front for criticism against the government given its past record and the country’s current state.

Thailand’s New King Looms Large Amid Post-Election Uncertainty

Thailand’s New King Looms Large Amid Post-Election Uncertainty

By Luke Hunt
While the country’s political future still remains unclear, the monarch will continue to exert influence in how it is shaped.

Thai Election Body Orders Redo in Places Over Irregularities

Thai Election Body Orders Redo in Places Over Irregularities

By Kaweewit Kaewjinda
The Election Commission ordered recounts for two polling stations and new elections at six others.

Will the Upcoming Thai Elections Be Free and Fair?

Will the Upcoming Thai Elections Be Free and Fair?

By Kiat Sittheeamorn
And if they are not, what should liberal and democratic political parties in Thailand do?
Thailand’s Renewable Energy Transitions: A Pathway to Realize Thailand 4.0

Thailand’s Renewable Energy Transitions: A Pathway to Realize Thailand 4.0

By Chen-Sheng Hong
Having a renewable energy transition is a critical step to realize Thailand 4.0.

Thailand’s ‘Green Rush’

Thailand’s ‘Green Rush’

By Skot Thayer
With the legalization of marijuana, Thailand hopes to carve out a stake in the global cannabis industry.
Can ASEAN Play a Greater Role in the Mekong Subregion?

Can ASEAN Play a Greater Role in the Mekong Subregion?

By Shawn Ho and Kaewkamol Pitakdumrongkit
ASEAN should aim to be “central” in the Mekong subregion too.

Thailand’s Golden Opportunity to Lead

Thailand’s Golden Opportunity to Lead

By Pechnipa Dominique Lam
Thailand’s chairmanship of ASEAN is an opportunity for the government to counter troubling trends.

Thailand’s Democracy Cannot Survive Another Election Delay

Thailand’s Democracy Cannot Survive Another Election Delay

By Pavin Chachavalpongpun
Failure by the government to keep to the recently announced date could lead to political instability.

Challenges and Opportunities in Negotiating Constitutional Reforms in Post-Election Thailand

Challenges and Opportunities in Negotiating Constitutional Reforms in Post-Election Thailand

By Chonlawit Sirikupt
Working around the “menu of manipulation” -- the tactics by which authoritarian regimes achieve a semblance of democratic legitimacy.
Inside Thailand’s Miracle Cave Rescue

Inside Thailand’s Miracle Cave Rescue

By Luke Hunt
A conversation with one of the key witnesses to an incident that sparked global attention last year.

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