ARTICLES

7 Jun 2023

Lost in Translation: Decoding Populism in Thailand’s 2023 Elections

Treethep Srisa-nga

How populism is defined and wielded in today’s Thai politics has implications for the strength and sustainability of the country’s political development.

1 Jun 2023

Post-election, Thailand’s Next Government Faces Difficult Military Procurement Decisions

Tita Sanglee|Ian Storey

Washington has rejected Thailand’s request to purchase F-35 Lightning II fighters, reportedly due to the Royal Thai Air Force’s lack of capacity to operate the planes. But there is more to the decision than meets the eye.

Thailand U.S.-Thailand Relations

31 May 2023

Dark Horse Could Win Thai Premiership

Napon Jatusripitak|Termsak Chalermpalanupap

There has been much speculation as to whether the Move Forward Party might be able to install its candidate as the prime minister of Thailand. But the country’s next leader might well emerge from the ranks of Pheu Thai, the opposition party which won the second-largest number of seats in the recent elections.

Thai Elections Thailand

30 May 2023

Move Forward Party Has Won the Election, but May Lose the Premiership Race

Termsak Chalermpalanupap

The Move Forward Party’s surprise victory in the Thai general election was a major upset for the Pheu Thai Party. However, Pheu Thai may be better positioned to form the next government. It has the flexibility of working with some parties in the Prayut Administration; whereas Move Forward, which is 63 votes short of winning the premiership, has rejected working with all parties in the previous government coalition.

Thai Elections Thailand

29 May 2023

Reinventing Pheu Thai

Mark S. Cogan

Faced with a disappointing second-place finish in Thailand’s 14 May election, Pheu Thai leaders must innovate and adapt for the sake of Thai democracy.

Thai Elections Thai Politics Thailand

18 May 2023

The Move Forward Party: Surge in Momentum, But Obstacles Ahead

Napon Jatusripitak

The historic win of the Move Forward Party in Thailand’s general election cannot be reduced to merely its campaigning strategy and policies. It reflects the pent-up grievances and aspirations for a better future of millions of Thais.

Thai Elections Thai Politics Thailand

12 May 2023

Thailand’s Pheu Thai is Painting Itself Into a Corner

Termsak Chalermpalanupap

Even if Thailand’s leading opposition party sweeps the popular vote on 14 May 2023, its latest demands to prospective coalition partners mean that it may not be able to form a coalition strong enough to win the premiership.

Thai Elections Thai Politics Thailand

11 May 2023

‘Melayu Raya’ Celebrations in Thailand’s Conflict-Stricken Deep South

Said Effendy Said Iziddin

A community event by and for young Malay/Muslims in Thailand’s south reflects identity and community aspirations amidst political uncertainty in the wider nation-state.

Thai Military Thailand Youth

10 May 2023

The Rise of Football Ultras in Southeast Asia

Muhammad Afiq Hajis

Muhammad Afiq Hajis analyses the cultural phenomenon of Ultras in Southeast Asia, their spirit of collectivism, and marginalised identities in society.

ASEAN ASEANFocus Indonesia Malaysia Thailand

4 May 2023

Move Forward’s Gains Spurring Pheu Thai to Deal With Auld Enemy

Termsak Chalermpalanupap

The recent gains made by the Move Forward party have compelled Pheu Thai, the country’s biggest opposition party, to consider possibilities previously deemed unpalatable.

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