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Thai Activist Sentenced to Additional Prison Time For Defaming Monarchy

Thai Activist Sentenced to Additional Prison Time For Defaming Monarchy

By Sebastian Strangio
Arnon Nampa has now been sentenced to more than 18 years imprisonment in six lese-majeste cases.

Thai Progressives Have Written a New Script For Political Opposition

Thai Progressives Have Written a New Script For Political Opposition

By David Hutt
The People's Party is less focused on personalities and party-building than on slowly shifting the perceptions of the Thai electorate.
Thailand’s New Leader Faces a Time of Crisis and Opportunity

Thailand’s New Leader Faces a Time of Crisis and Opportunity

By Mookdapa Yangyuenpradorn and Patrick Phongsathorn
Can Paetongtarn Shinawatra seize the opportunity to make a break with the repressive policies of past administrations?

After Swearing-in, Thailand’s New Government Announces Policy Focus

After Swearing-in, Thailand’s New Government Announces Policy Focus

By Sebastian Strangio
Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra says she will focus on reviving the economy, but this depends on surviving in office long enough to implement her policies.

Thailand’s Foreign Policy Is Inherently Undervalued

Thailand’s Foreign Policy Is Inherently Undervalued

By Tita Sanglee
In the discussions over Thailand's new cabinet, there has been a curious silence about foreign policy.

What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?
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New Cabinet Finalized and Awaits King’s Approval, Thai PM Says

New Cabinet Finalized and Awaits King’s Approval, Thai PM Says

By Sebastian Strangio
The new cabinet line-up has not been officially announced, but is likely to feature a mix of continuity and change.

Thailand’s Pheu Thai Party Invites Former Arch-Rival to Join Coalition

Thailand’s Pheu Thai Party Invites Former Arch-Rival to Join Coalition

By Sebastian Strangio
In the latest wild swing in Thai political allegiances, the conservative Democrat Party has been invited to join Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra's government.
Thailand’s Pheu Thai Party Hit With New Legal Challenges

Thailand’s Pheu Thai Party Hit With New Legal Challenges

By Sebastian Strangio
Royalist petitioners are seeking the dissolution of the party, alleging that former PM Thaksin Shinawatra is exercising an undue influence over its operations.

Why Thaksin Could Help Hasten a Middle-Class Revolution in Thailand

Why Thaksin Could Help Hasten a Middle-Class Revolution in Thailand

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

Thailand’s Paetongtarn Shinawatra Sworn in as Prime Minister

Thailand’s Paetongtarn Shinawatra Sworn in as Prime Minister

By Sebastian Strangio
The biggest challenge facing the young leader is the perception that she will serve as a mere proxy for her father Thaksin Shinawatra.

Paetongtarn Shinawatra Selected as Thailand’s Next Prime Minister

Paetongtarn Shinawatra Selected as Thailand’s Next Prime Minister

By Sebastian Strangio
The 37-year-old will become the youngest PM in Thailand's history, and the third member of her family to lead the country.
With PM’s Dismissal, Thailand’s ‘Network Monarchy’ Strikes Back

With PM’s Dismissal, Thailand’s ‘Network Monarchy’ Strikes Back

By Sebastian Strangio
The Constitutional Court's unseating of Srettha Thavisin has once again plunged the country into political uncertainty.

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