Thailand military

The return to prominence of the divisive Shinawatra clan has helped create a more conducive environment for progressive change – especially in the capital, Bangkok.

The Constitutional Court is set to hand down its ruling in a case that could result in the dissolution of the party, which won the most votes in last year's election.

The region is home to a thriving and massively profitable black market trade in small arms, many of them sourced from official military stockpiles.

Unlike like most past defense chiefs, Sutin Klungsang is a civilian politician with virtually no experience in security matters.

Thai progressives have long called for the abolition of the military's notorious Internal Security Operations Command. But don't expect it to happen under the current government.

Residents of Thailand's capital have historically come down on the side of conservatism and reaction. They now loom as a force for reform.

The case for proactive, multilateral, pro-peace diplomacy.

Last week's announcement may be an attempt to preempt the military reforms promised by the progressive Move Forward Party following its election victory.

Assuming he is able to form government, Pita Limjaroenrat has promised significant changes to the Thai government's approach toward its conflict-torn neighbor.

The outcome of the polls on May 14 was built on years of painstaking efforts by the country's civil society organizations.

With two opposition parties leading in pre-election polls, the country's conservative establishment is reportedly considering drastic measures to keep them out of power.