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Pheu Thai to install Srettha as Prime Minister by forming a coalition pact with government parties

Pheu Thai to install Srettha as Prime Minister by forming a coalition pact with government parties

July 20, 2023

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The path now being pursued by the Pheu Thai Party will see it lose heavily in terms of political capital as it will be reneging… Read More ›

Pita suspended as an MP and loses renomination attempt in parliament as Senate blocks his path

Pita suspended as an MP and loses renomination attempt in parliament as Senate blocks his path

July 19, 2023

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On Tuesday, it was reported that Mr Pita Limjaroenrat has himself filed a complaint with the Criminal Court of Corruption against the Election Commission and… Read More ›

US expresses concern about the democratic ‘will of the people’ as tension mounts over legal case

US expresses concern about the democratic ‘will of the people’ as tension mounts over legal case

July 18, 2023

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A decisive 48 hours in Thai politics in which anything may happen with fears of a Constitutional Court intervention removing the Move Forward Party and… Read More ›

Senators to the fore as tide favours a conservative fix to install a more mature next government 

Senators to the fore as tide favours a conservative fix to install a more mature next government 

July 17, 2023

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Fears that the petition accepted by the Constitutional Court last Wednesday relating to Article 112 of the Criminal Code and Section 49 of the 2017… Read More ›

Vietnam is the major winner as Thailand returns to its political wars driving capital outflows

Vietnam is the major winner as Thailand returns to its political wars driving capital outflows

July 15, 2023

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Business leaders are calling on elected politicians and all in parliament to act in the country’s best interests as economic damage is already being inflicted… Read More ›

General Prawit may emerge next week to clinch Prime Minister’s job due to a polarised parliament

General Prawit may emerge next week to clinch Prime Minister’s job due to a polarised parliament

July 14, 2023

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Potential shock as Deputy Prime Minister emerges as a contender with the potential support of senators. On Friday, Pheu Thai Party Prime Ministerial nominee Srettha… Read More ›

Thailand is facing a deep political crisis as Pita loses key vote and top court takes up complaints

Thailand is facing a deep political crisis as Pita loses key vote and top court takes up complaints

July 13, 2023

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The controversial Article 112 of the Criminal Code on lèse-majesté was debated openly in parliament on Thursday with Mr Pita Limjaroenrat arguing that reform of… Read More ›

Markets anticipate gains if Pita gets the nod on Thursday despite new turmoil over court referral

Markets anticipate gains if Pita gets the nod on Thursday despite new turmoil over court referral

July 12, 2023

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Constitutional Court to rule on Pita next week, sparking added anxiety about the political process. For conservatives in Thailand, however, the unthinkable may be about… Read More ›

Prayut bows out, nods to a new era dawning. Outgoing PM emphasised stability of his tenure in office

Prayut bows out, nods to a new era dawning. Outgoing PM emphasised stability of his tenure in office

July 11, 2023

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General Prayut highlighted his government’s record of stable management of the country and financial prudence while always paying attention to the need to protect the… Read More ›

Plan is to rally parliament behind the people’s will to elect Pita Limjaroenrat as Prime Minister

Plan is to rally parliament behind the people’s will to elect Pita Limjaroenrat as Prime Minister

July 11, 2023

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Even as Mr Pita rallied his audiences on Sunday and addressed a message of unity to all politicians in parliament, there came another challenge against… Read More ›

Move Forward leader says Pita will be PM despite the rumour mill and some vociferous senators on the right

Move Forward leader says Pita will be PM despite the rumour mill and some vociferous senators on the right

July 10, 2023

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Key Move Forward Party leader holds to his belief that the Upper House will support Mr Pita Limjaroenrat to the extent required on Thursday to… Read More ›

Politicians skating on thin ice as the economy may not be able to withstand a political stalemate

Politicians skating on thin ice as the economy may not be able to withstand a political stalemate

July 7, 2023

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A vote that delivers a new government led by Move Forward Party leader Pita Limjaroenrat would lift investor sentiment immediately next Thursday but all the… Read More ›

Pheu Thai may face a terrible dilemma as outgoing government parties still aim for power in PM vote

Pheu Thai may face a terrible dilemma as outgoing government parties still aim for power in PM vote

July 6, 2023

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One discounted option that may emerge as the political stakes grow and the danger of instability becomes apparent is the inclusion of the Bhumjaithai Party… Read More ›

Debt crisis may be one of the top items on the new cabinet’s agenda as central bank stands ready

Debt crisis may be one of the top items on the new cabinet’s agenda as central bank stands ready

July 5, 2023

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With runaway, quarter-by-a-quarter rises in unsecured personal debt running at over 10%, a threatened spike in non-performing loans, a household debt of at least ฿16… Read More ›

Wan Noor elected unopposed as House Speaker, Move Forward Party nominee for deputy wins vote

Wan Noor elected unopposed as House Speaker, Move Forward Party nominee for deputy wins vote

July 4, 2023

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Talks are reported to be ongoing between the Move Forward and Pheu Thai parties with members of the upper house or Senate but today’s vote… Read More ›

King and Queen open parliament amid uncertainty as to Tuesday’s vote on the Speaker of the House

King and Queen open parliament amid uncertainty as to Tuesday’s vote on the Speaker of the House

July 3, 2023

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There appeared to be deep unease between the Move Forward and Pheu Thai parties as parliamentary members gathered for the first time on Monday ahead… Read More ›

Breakthrough deal could see either Pita or Srettha take job as Thailand’s 30th PM on July 13th in key vote

Breakthrough deal could see either Pita or Srettha take job as Thailand’s 30th PM on July 13th in key vote

July 3, 2023

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Observers believe that the pact reportedly brokered between the Move Forward and Pheu Thai parties on Thursday evening last may hold the key to avoiding… Read More ›

NIDA poll shows that political conflict is still on the horizon as US envoy denies interference in election

NIDA poll shows that political conflict is still on the horizon as US envoy denies interference in election

July 2, 2023

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The United States has become a target for conservatives who were roundly defeated in the May 14th General Election and who are expected to quickly… Read More ›

PM’s soothing words for frayed nerves as he says he will continue his role up to the next cabinet

PM’s soothing words for frayed nerves as he says he will continue his role up to the next cabinet

June 30, 2023

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Key hurdle to forming the next government is the ability of eight party coalition and its supporters in parliament to find 376 seats in a… Read More ›

Baht falls to 7-month low as unease grows over chances of Pita Limjaroenrat being elected as PM

Baht falls to 7-month low as unease grows over chances of Pita Limjaroenrat being elected as PM

June 28, 2023

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Financial markets begin to strike a sour note as political squabbling threatens the prospect of a smooth transition to a new government next month with… Read More ›

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