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Thai Politics
October 18, 2016
The Future of Thai Civil-Military Relations: In Desperate Need of Legitimacy
By Adam Wunische
What role will the Royal Thai Armed Forces play in Thai politics in the future? Here are four scenarios.
October 15, 2016
Bhumibol Adulyadej and Buddhist Kingship in Thailand
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
Rama IX served as a revered symbol and also shielded his country from the worst consequences of its political instability.
October 14, 2016
After Thai King Bhumibol's Death, Succession May Be Delayed
By Ankit Panda
Will Crown Prince Maha Vajiralongkorn step up as Thailand's next monarch?
October 14, 2016
Thailand Mourns King Bhumibol Adulyadej
By Nick McGrath
Millions of Thai citizens mourn the passing of King Bhumibol Adulyadej, who died on October 13, 2016.
October 13, 2016
Thai Patience With Junta Rule May End When the King Dies
By Hunter Marston
Will Thai citizens tolerate the Junta's rule without their beloved king?
October 10, 2016
Thai King Bhumibol's Health Unstable, Raising Succession Questions
By Ankit Panda
The Thai king's health is unstable, according to a statement released by the royal palace.
December 22, 2015
Thailand in 2015: A Year of Political Stagnation
By Pavin Chachavalpongpun
2015 was a year of stillness in Thailand, at least in the political realm.
October 24, 2015
‘New’ Rice Scheme Reveals Thailand Junta’s Dearth of Ideas
By Rob Edens
Thailand's ruling junta is reverting to familiar political tactics.
July 07, 2015
It's Time for the US and the EU to Get Tough on Prayuth's Thailand
By Rob Edens
Prayuth Chan-o-cha's approach to Southeast Asia's migrant crisis cannot be allowed to continue.
December 14, 2014
What the Turmoil in Thailand’s Palace Means for Thai Politics (Perhaps)
By Joshua Kurlantzick
Part two of a series, looking at the implications of the struggle to control the royal succession in Thailand.
December 06, 2014
Thailand’s Royal Succession Battle Comes Into (Slightly) More Open View
By Joshua Kurlantzick
Part of a series on Thai leadership, a look at the implications of the struggle to control the royal succession.
August 22, 2014
Thai Parliament Rubber-Stamps General as Prime Minister
By Ankit Panda
General Prayuth Chan-ocha, mastermind of the May 2014 coup, will be Thailand's interim prime minister.