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Thailand election: Who could become the next prime minister?

Voting is set for Sunday, with progressive parties calling for reforms to the monarchy and military.

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Why buying cannabis in Thailand might get tougher after election

The days of easily buying marijuana on the streets of Bangkok or Phuket may soon be over.

Bangkok Post

Chartthaipattana to forge alliances with pro-monarchy parties

Varawut Silpa-archa, leader of the Chartthaipattana Party, said on Thursday the party will win at least 25 seats in parliament in Sunday's election, adding it would like to form a government with parties that support the monarchy.

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Factbox-Who are the main contenders for Thailand's next leader?

Thailand's political parties have nominated prime ministerial candidates ahead of a May 14 election, which will showcase a long-running battle between the billionaire Shinawatra family and parties backed by a conservative pro-military establishment.

Reuters

Thai Sang Thai pans EEC as 'overly niche'

The country is barely benefiting from the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC), a flagship project of the current government, as it is accessible to only a few small local businesses, according to the Thai Sang Thai (TST) Party.

Bangkok Post

A new mother, a Harvard grad and a coup leader: who are Thailand’s election candidates?

This weekend’s election will see political royal Paetongtarn Shinawatra face off against army chiefs

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PPRP pitches 'war on poverty' to reduce income gap

Slashing the price of energy, restructuring debts and building small business enterprises rank high on the Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP)'s campaign agenda.

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BJT calls for Pheu Thai's dissolution

The Bhumjaithai Party (BJT) has authorised its candidates to file a complaint with the poll watchdog against Srettha Thavisin.

Bangkok Post

Flu vaccine stockpile to be boosted

The National Health Security Office is preparing to order an additional 860,000 influenza vaccine doses, bringing the stockpile to 5.26 million doses to immunise vulnerable groups.

Bangkok Post

Anutin hits back at Pheu Thai's claim

Bhumjaithai Party leader Anutin Charnvirakul has slammed recent remarks made by Srettha Thavisin, one of the three prime ministerial candidates of the Pheu Thai Party, calling them a smear campaign against the party.

Bangkok Post

Too early to discuss BJT deal: Srettha

The Pheu Thai Party on Sunday announced it does not support cannabis liberalisation -- the flagship policy the of Bhumjaithai Party (BJT).

Bangkok Post

Anutin talks alliances, polls with EU envoys

Bhumjaithai Party leader Anutin Charnvirakul said on Wednesday he affirmed the party's stance against amending Section 112, the lese majeste law, during a meeting with European Union (EU) ambassadors.

Bangkok Post

Party bans no solution

Now the election is drawing near, concerns are arising over certain political tactics that may derail the government formation process, particularly if conservative factions cannot win a majority.

Bangkok Post

Dems see Hat Yai as next Hong Kong

The Democrat Party wants to woo investors by dusting off its plan to transform the commercial district of Hat Yai in Songkhla into an economic powerhouse.

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PPRP calls for unity to bring about change

The Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP) on Monday urged voters in Chiang Mai to vote for change in the general election, saying a national reconciliation plan touted by its leader would lead to prosperity and sustainability.

Bangkok Post

BJT pushes land bridge project in South

The Bhumjaithai Party is vowing to push for a "land bridge" that will connect the Andaman Sea with the Gulf of Thailand, saying the project will help spur economic growth in the South.

Bangkok Post

Chuan warns voters against temptation

Former Democrat Party leader Chuan Leekpai has urged voters to resist vote-buyers and political schemers responsible for running democracy into the ground.

Bangkok Post

Songkran ushers in new variant

Health authorities have raised concern about the rising Covid-19 caseloads in the wake of the Songkran festival, though they insist the situation remains under control.

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Palang Pracharath touts culture, Bhumjaithai eyes volunteers

The ruling Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP) has pledged to intensify the promotion of soft power as another key driver of the economy if the party wins the general election, set to take place on May 14 this year.

Reuters

Thailand's cannabis champion eyes bigger role after May election

Thailand's health minister who championed the legalisation of cannabis is hoping the reform will help deliver gains in next month's election, with expectations he could emerge as a power broker who can stitch together a coalition government.

Bangkok Post

Chuvit to appeal gag order on ganja policy

Former massage parlour tycoon Chuvit Kamolvisit will on Friday appeal a Civil Court injunction ordering him to suspend his criticism of the Bhumjaithai Party's cannabis policy pending its ruling in a case brought against him.

Bangkok Post

BJT expects to win 100 seats

The Bhumjaithai Party is likely to win at least 100 MP seats and be the key political party in forming the next government, says Anutin Charnvirakul, the party leader.

Bangkok Post

Weed conundrum polarises society ahead of election

Despite the different stances political parties take when it comes to the subject of cannabis -- with most objecting to its recreational use -- and another potential shift in the plant's legal status, many sellers remain unconcerned.

Bangkok Post

Cash handouts spark concern

The Pheu Thai Party's promise to give away 10,000 baht to anyone 16 or older as part of its proposed economic stimulus policies has been called into question. How this pledge will be honoured and paid for are among the questions being asked.

Reuters

Thailand's promised cannabis bonanza disappoints as politicians trade blame

Thailand's decriminalisation of cannabis has delighted its fans, alarmed some health experts and has increasingly disappointed farmers who have been undercut by illegal imports, sending a promise of a new bonanza crop up in smoke.

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