Thailand politics

In the face of mounting domestic concerns, Thailand will have a hard time trying to smoothly run APEC meetings in 2022.

Underlying the movement is a strong desire to reframe what it means to be Thai, moving away from total reliance on the monarchy and military's narrative.

Thailand's leader appears to be putting his own political survival over public health considerations or policy consistency

Despite rumors of dissent within Prayut Chan-o-cha's coalition, the military is poised to retain its privileged position in Thai politics.

The result was expected, but the former Thai general continues to struggle with a steep legitimacy deficit.

While it is unlikely to unseat Prayut Chan-o-cha, the debate will allow the opposition to exact a political cost from the government for its handling of the pandemic.

After weeks of socially distanced car protests, activists are gearing up for a new campaign of in-person demonstrations.

Thanathorn Juangroongruangkit had criticized a COVID-19 vaccine procurement deal involving a company owned by the Thai king.

Thailand wields a controversial law in its attempt to stamp out a campaign of student-led protests.

Online tools have been invaluable for Thailand's pro-democracy movement – but the government is cracking down.

The choice has prompted a debate as to whether the useof communist imagery will help or hinder the protesters' cause.