ARTICLES

11 Oct 2021

Thai PM Remains Vulnerable Without a Party of His Own

Termsak Chalermpalanupap

Thai Prime Minister General Prayut Chan-ocha has narrowly escaped “political assassination” in the House of Representatives. This underscores the urgency of strengthen his political power base. Without doing so, the future of his premiership will remain at risk.

Thai Politics Thailand

8 Oct 2021

Thailand’s Warring Generals: Different Beds, Same Dream

Punchada Sirivunnabood

The Thai prime minister might soon leave the ruling Phalang Pracharat Party-led governing coalition. Ironically, his departure might actually boost the party's chances of assembling a winning coalition come the elections expected next year.

15 Sep 2021

Reform of the Thai Police: An Impossible Dream?

Punchada Sirivunnabood

A recent police scandal has again sparked calls for reform of the Thai police force. There have been numerous attempts in the past, but the key problem is the entrenched relationship between powerful politicians and senior police officers.

Thai Military Thai Politics Thailand

25 Aug 2021

Thaksin 72; Tony 27: the Return of Thaksin Shinawatra

Punchada Sirivunnabood

Thaksin Shinawatra is priming himself for a return to Thai politics. This time, he is reaching out to younger Thai voters.

Thai Politics Thailand

28 Jul 2021

Thailand’s No Sa-lim Shopping List: Taking Aim at Big Business

Wichuta Teeratanabodee

Thai pro-democracy protestors have started to boycott big businesses deemed as pro-regime. While the sheer pervasiveness of these companies makes effective boycott difficult, it has not deterred protestors from exercising their power as consumers.

Thai Economy Thai Politics Thailand

8 Jul 2021

Phalang Pracharat Party’s Reshuffle: Preparing the Ranks for Battle

Punchada Sirivunnabood

While the recent reshuffling of its executive committee and a proposal to revise Thailand’s electoral system, Thailand’s ruling Phalang Pracharat Party is well-placed to contest the country’s next round of elections.

Thai Politics Thailand

25 Jun 2021

Major Parties Lacking Candidates with a Winning Chance in Bangkok’s Gubernatorial Election

Termsak Chalermpalanupap

The election for the post of governor of Bangkok is due to take place in the last quarter of this year. However, Thailand’s major political parties lack suitable candidates with realistic chances of victory.

Thai Military Thai Politics Thailand

22 Jun 2021

Thailand’s Hazy Problem – Challenges in Passing Clean Air Legislation

Wichuta Teeratanabodee

The Thai government’s approach to Thailand’s longstanding haze problem needs more than just short-term measures. But legislative and political obstacles stand in the way of successfully passing the laws required to address the issue.

Environment Southeast Asia Thai Politics Thailand

10 Jun 2021

Thailand’s Third Pandemic Wave: Felled by Infighting

Punchada Sirivunnabood

As the kingdom grapples with a third wave of the Covid-19 pandemic, the political parties in the ruling coalition appear to be focused more on gaining political mileage than fighting the virus.

COVID-19 Thai Politics Thailand