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Pheu Thai heavyweights stood firm on the party's push to amend the charter, insisting public participation must remain central to drafting a new constitution.

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Blue regime debate ignites

The political landscape has proceeded to a new phase of debate following accusations by opposition leaders that the country is now operating under what they describe as the "blue regime".

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Land Bridge a huge political risk for Bhumjaithai

The much-vaunted Land Bridge project, once marketed as a transformative mega-development that would redefine Thailand’s role in global trade, risks becoming a political liability for the ruling Bhumjaithai Party. What was initially presented as a bold national vision now appears mired in uncertainty, resistance and wavering political commitment.

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PP faces tough test on charter reform

More than three months after failing to secure the top position in a national election marred by allegations of irregularities, the People's Party (PP) is striving to regain momentum despite a number of unfavourable factors.

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Charter change efforts falter

Nearly three months after a majority of voters endorsed the idea of a new constitution, the political establishment remains divided over how -- or whether -- genuine constitutional reform should proceed.

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BJT files charter-change bill

The Bhumjaithai Party (BJT) submitted the party's proposed constitutional amendment bill to parliament.

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Why Thailand's weed battles matter

After loosening cannabis laws, Thailand tried to reinstate prohibition. Its failure has lessons for drug reform

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Bhumjaithai, Democrats gain seats in EC vote tally

The Election Commission (EC) has rounded off its vote count, revealing an additional constituency MP seat for the Bhumjaithai Party (BJT) at the expense of the Move Forward Party (MFP), according to the EC.

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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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Will MFP rain on Pheu Thai's parade?

Now that the final countdown to the national election has started, numerous opinion polls suggest strongly that while Pheu Thai is still in the lead, its aim for a landslide could be just a pipe dream given the sharp rise in popularity of the Move Forward Party (MFP) which over…

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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.

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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).

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A grab-bag of mass appeal promises

Ahead of the May 14 election, parties are outlining populist policies, with few bothering to spell out how they will fund them.

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Clock ticks for Prayut and his new party

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha finally broke his silence over his political future when he signed up with Ruam Thai Sang Chart, known as the United Thai Nation (UTN) Party, on Monday.

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PM Prayut's future hangs in the balance

Although the general debate earlier this month left the Prayut Chan-o-cha government with little, if any, bruises, the time ahead will be tough for the army chief turned politician.

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Prayut govt faces a crisis of confidence

With signs of a rift within the coalition parties, the countdown for the Prayut Chan-o-cha government has begun in advance of it completing its term by March next year.

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