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However Thailand Votes, the Military Is Set to Retain Influence
By Pavin Chachavalpongpun
This time around, Thailand’s elections, slated for February 2019, look like they will actually materialize. But can they rescue its troubled democracy?
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Vietnam-Thailand Military Ties in the Headlines With Air Force Chief Visit
November 19, 2018
Vietnam-Thailand Military Ties in the Headlines With Air Force Chief Visit
A recent interaction spotlighted the defense aspect of ties between both sides.
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Vietnam-Thailand Military Ties in the Headlines With Air Force Chief Visit
Thailand’s Politics Heat Up Ahead of Elusive Election
November 15, 2018
Thailand’s Politics Heat Up Ahead of Elusive Election
With the new round of hype over potential polls in Thailand has come a focus on parties, players, and who the future prime minister could be.  
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Thailand’s Politics Heat Up Ahead of Elusive Election
What’s Behind the Thailand King’s Rising Security Force?
October 11, 2018
What’s Behind the Thailand King’s Rising Security Force?
Another data point has shed light on ongoing efforts to strengthen the security around Thailand’s new monarch and its significance.
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What’s Behind the Thailand King’s Rising Security Force?
What’s in the Thailand-Cambodia Foreign Fugitive Deal?
March 30, 2018
What’s in the Thailand-Cambodia Foreign Fugitive Deal?
Though specifics are unclear, controversy around the collaboration reflects broader fears that are further fueled by a lack of transparency.
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What’s in the Thailand-Cambodia Foreign Fugitive Deal?
Thailand Faces New Era of Uncertainty After Royal Cremation
October 31, 2017
Thailand Faces New Era of Uncertainty After Royal Cremation
Millions bid a final farewell as a new era beckons.
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Thailand Faces New Era of Uncertainty After Royal Cremation
Managing the US-Thailand Alliance in the Trump Era
October 11, 2017
Managing the US-Thailand Alliance in the Trump Era
After Prayut’s White House visit, the hard work of alliance management remains.
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Managing the US-Thailand Alliance in the Trump Era
New King, Deep State: Thailand
October 03, 2017
New King, Deep State: Thailand
A year after King Bhumibol's passing, Thailand’s deep state thrives.
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New King, Deep State: Thailand
Waiting for Yingluck Shinawatra
August 28, 2017
Waiting for Yingluck Shinawatra
Supporters crowded the streets to hear the verdict, but Yingluck never arrived.
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Waiting for Yingluck Shinawatra
A US-Thailand Alliance Boost Under Trump and Prayut?
July 03, 2017
A US-Thailand Alliance Boost Under Trump and Prayut?
Though an upcoming summit meeting offers room for both sides to boost the relationship, there are also lingering challenges.
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A US-Thailand Alliance Boost Under Trump and Prayut?
Thailand’s Missing Plaque: The Final Failure of the 1932 Revolution
May 05, 2017
Thailand’s Missing Plaque: The Final Failure of the 1932 Revolution
A small incident reflect broader trends in the consolidation of monarchical power.
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Thailand’s Missing Plaque: The Final Failure of the 1932 Revolution
Where Is ASEAN On Press Freedom?
April 28, 2017
Where Is ASEAN On Press Freedom?
It has been another poor year for the subregion in the annual World Press Freedom Index.
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Where Is ASEAN On Press Freedom?
Why Is Thailand Delaying Elections Until 2018?
February 10, 2017
Why Is Thailand Delaying Elections Until 2018?
A look at why another postponement of polls has occurred.
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Why Is Thailand Delaying Elections Until 2018?
Thailand's New King Is Making a Power Grab
February 04, 2017
Thailand's New King Is Making a Power Grab
Seeking more power, Thailand’s King Vajiralongkorn is moving the country away from being a constitutional monarchy.
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Thailand's New King Is Making a Power Grab
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The Darker Side of Thai Royalism 
October 26, 2016
The Darker Side of Thai Royalism 
While most Thais mourn their late king with decorum, a sinister ultra-royalism rears its ugly head.
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The Darker Side of Thai Royalism 
Commemorating the Thammasat University Massacre in Thailand
October 12, 2016
Commemorating the Thammasat University Massacre in Thailand
Forty years after a student massacre, some in Thailand are trying to keep memories alive through art.
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Commemorating the Thammasat University Massacre in Thailand
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Satoru Nagao on the Japan-India ‘Special’ Relationship
December 12, 2018
Satoru Nagao on the Japan-India ‘Special’ Relationship
The Diplomat talks with Saturo Nagao about the trajectory of ties between Japan and India in the wider Indo-Pacific.
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