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Govt backs new amnesty bill

The government coalition has agreed to endorse Senate amendments to the peaceful society promotion bill, an amnesty measure aimed at easing politically motivated conflicts.

Bangkok Post · Jul 7

Nida Poll: People's Party and its leader most popular

The opposition-core People’s Party (PP) and its leader Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut were the most popular choices among respondents to the most recent political popularity poll by the National Institute of Development Administration.

Bangkok Post · Jul 5

Thaksin Shinawatra: Next up, Dubai?

Nearly two decades after the September 2006 coup that toppled him, and 12 years after another putsch swept away the government of his sister, Thaksin Shinawatra has once again reached a defining political milestone.

Bangkok Post · Jun 5

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Thailand elections: Vote counting under way after polls close in tight three-way contest

Thailand's general election saw a tight race between the progressive People's Party, populist Pheu Thai, and conservative Bhumjaithai. With no single party expected to win a majority, coalition-building is crucial for forming the next government. Voters cast ballots amidst economic concerns and nationalist sentiment, with a referendum on a new…

The Times of India · Feb 8

Five Thai PM Candidates Vie To Fill Power Vacuum

With Thailand's prime minister sacked by court order, would-be successors are waging backroom campaigns to secure their rise to the kingdom's top office.

International Business Times · Sep 2, 2025

Thai King Appoints Shinawatra Heiress As New PM

The Thai king on Sunday formally appointed Paetongtarn Shinawatra, the 37-year-old daughter of controversial billionaire ex-premier Thaksin, as Thailand's new prime minister.

International Business Times · Aug 18, 2024

Thai Lawmakers To Elect New Prime Minister

Thai lawmakers will vote Friday on whether to appoint Paetongtarn Shinawatra as the country's new prime minister, elevating a third member of the Shinawatra dynasty to the kingdom's top job.

International Business Times · Aug 16, 2024

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Thaksin bailed as Thai courts embark on series of politically charged cases

Indictment of former PM, hearings against progressive parties, seen driven by rivalry with conservative establishment.

Al Jazeera · Jun 18, 2024

Former Thai PM Thaksin indicted on charge of royal defamation as court cases stir political woes

Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra has been granted release on bail hours after he was formally indicted on a charge of defaming the country’s monarchy in one of several court cases that have rattled Thai politics

The Independent UK · Jun 18, 2024

Thailand's ex-PM Thaksin Shinawatra indicted for defaming monarchy

Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra was granted release on bail hours after he was formally indicted Tuesday on a charge of defaming the country's monarchy in one of several court cases that have unsteadied Thai politics.

France 24 · Jun 18, 2024

Profile: Billionaire and former Thai PM Thaksin Shinawatra

One-time telecoms tycoon used his fortune to change Thai politics, but a new generation wants more radical change.

Al Jazeera · Aug 22, 2023

Senators split over Srettha's bid for PM

Senators are divided over whether to support Srettha Thavisin if Pheu Thai nominates him for the prime ministerial vote in parliament.

Bangkok Post · Aug 9, 2023

Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra seen in video at Cambodian leader's birthday party

Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra has attended a birthday party for outgoing Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen in Phnom Penh

The Independent UK · Aug 6, 2023

Explainer: why was the winner of Thailand's election blocked from becoming prime minister?

The Thai parliamentary election was held over two months ago and yet, the country still has no prime minister or government. While much remains in flux, one thing appears certain – the popular reformist leader of the party that received the most votes in the election, Pita Limjaroenrat, will not…

The Conversation · Jul 20, 2023

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Tribune News Service · Jul 15, 2023

Thai PM candidate Pita willing to let ally form government

Thailand’s front-runner for prime minister Pita Limjaroenrat said he is willing to step aside and let his coalition partner Pheu Thai Party form the next government, should he fail in his attempts to secure the country’s top political office.

Bangkok Post · Jul 15, 2023

Pita: Ready to give way to Pheu Thai if necessary

Move Forward Party (MFP) leader Pita Limjaroenrat admits the country can’t wait much longer for a new government, saying that if he cannot overcome Senate opposition to his bid to be prime minister, partner Pheu Thai should be given a chance.

Bangkok Post · Jul 14, 2023

The old guard retains its grip, for now

The failure of Move Forward Party (MFP) leader Pita Limjaroenrat to gain enough support in his bid for the premiership is neither surprising nor unexpected, given the coordinated efforts of the conservative camp to block the young leader.

Bangkok Post · Jul 14, 2023

How Thailand's prime minister race can take a whole new turn

After failing to win over conservatives in his first attempt to become prime minister, things are looking increasingly difficult for pro-democracy leader Pita Limjaroenrat to secure a victory even if he were to try again.

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Bangkok Post · Jul 4, 2023

Move Forward, Pheu Thai share deputy speaker positions

Move Forward Party MP Padipat Suntiphada was elected first deputy speaker of the House of Representatives and Pheu Thai MP Pichet Chuamuangphan second speaker on Tuesday.

Bangkok Post · Jul 2, 2023

No agreement on House speaker yet

The Move Forward Party (MFP) and the Pheu Thai Party, the two main coalition allies, were unable to agree on the House speaker position in their meeting with the other six parties on Sunday but said they hope to resolve the issue on Monday.

Bangkok Post · Jun 30, 2023

Patience can be advantageous

The Move Forward Party (MFP) has every reason to feel jittery as its moment of truth is fast approaching.

Bangkok Post · Jun 30, 2023

MFP-Pheu Thai alliance on the rocks?

It's been a rough start in forming a coalition government, particularly with the row over the House speaker position between the Move Forward Party (MFP) and Pheu Thai. Now we've seen that it's a fragile partnership between the two, and if they do form a government together, more difficult times…

Bangkok Post · Jun 27, 2023

No let-up in speaker stalemate

Pheu Thai MPs reiterated at their latest meeting that the next House speaker must be a candidate from their party and said the demand would be relayed to the Move Forward Party (MFP) during their talks on Wednesday.

Bangkok Post · Jun 23, 2023

Compromise is in order

With every passing day, the Move Forward Party's (MFP) prospects of successfully forming a coalition government appear to slip further away despite its best efforts to keep calm, according to observers.

Bangkok Post · Jun 21, 2023

Speaker tussle rages on

Most Pheu Thai MPs are insisting the new House speaker must be a candidate from their party, saying it should listen to those who voted for it rather than bow to the Move Forward Party (MFP).

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