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post-coup Thailand
Thailand Cuts 2015 Economic Growth Forecast
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Revised figures compound anxieties about Southeast Asia’s second-largest economy.
Thailand’s Military Junta is Clueless about Economic Policy
By Anthony Kleven
Prayuth’s government is failing to reverse the country’s economic decline.
How Thailand’s Military Junta Tried to ‘Adjust My Attitude’ in Detention
By Pravit Rojanaphruk
Pravit Rojanaphruk recounts his recent "attitude adjustment" under the country’s ruling junta.
When Will Thailand’s Elusive Election Be Held?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The latest read on the ever-shifting timeline for Thailand's election.
What Thailand's Rejected Constitution Means
By Shawn W. Crispin
The country moves back to square one.
Thailand’s Junta Reshuffles its Cabinet Amid Uncertainty
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The move aims to quell growing economic anxieties.
What’s Behind Thailand’s Deadly Bomb Blast?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
An explosion has killed at least 16 people.
US-Thailand Relations on a Razor’s Edge
By Shawn W. Crispin
Further delays in polls could lead to a more punitive US response.
Why Is China Buying One Million Tons of Rice from Thailand?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Beijing is helping Thailand ease a large burden.
The Trouble with Thailand's Economy
By Shawn W. Crispin
Anemic performance is denting confidence in the ruling junta.
Southeast Asia's Unlikely Young Dissidents
By Mong Palatino
A look at some of the faces in the region's new generation of change seekers.
Thailand's Rising Crackdown on Dissent Sparks Coup Criticism
By Shawn W. Crispin
The junta is tightening its grip on power.
Thailand’s Junta Chief Warns Against Election Rush
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Thai premier cautions that underlying problems need time to be solved.
Thailand’s Junta Deals Free Speech Another Blow
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The military bans an event on the country's controversial lese majeste law.
Specter of Instability Rising Again in Thailand
By Shawn W. Crispin
New rounds of confrontation seem more likely than long-term reconciliation.
US Nominates New Envoy to Thailand Amid Strained Ties
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The move comes following a six month vacancy for the post.
The One Prophecy Thailand’s Junta Leader Wants Silenced
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Prayuth hits out at a popular fortune-teller following a controversial prediction.
Thailand’s New ‘Dictator Law’
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The ruling junta just replaced martial law with something worse.
100 More Bomb Blasts Planned in Thailand, Police Told
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Detained suspects disclose details about bomb plots following grenade attack.
Thailand's Junta in Campaign to Mend US Ties
By Prashanth Parameswaran
New ambassador charged with improving relations with Washington.
Did China Just Boost Military Ties with Thailand?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The symbolism of a recent meeting is clear, but the substance is less so.
US-Thailand Relations and Cobra Gold 2015: What’s Really Going On?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Strained ties cloud specifics days before the Asia-Pacific’s largest annual military exercise.
Thai Junta Vows Crackdown Following Bomb Blasts
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Security to be tightened amid heightened political tensions.
Thai Junta Chief Blasts Top US Diplomat
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Junta leader defiantly rebuts criticism directed against his administration.