Thai court drops case against former PM Yingluck Shinawatra
10 months ago

Thai court drops case against former PM Yingluck Shinawatra

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A Thai court on Monday dropped a charge against former Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra, now living in exile, for mishandling government project expenditure in 2013. The judges unanimously dismissed charges against Yingluck and five other defendants accused of mishandling 240 billion baht in the infrastructure roadshow project, according to a press release from a special body under the Supreme Court that handles criminal cases against former officeholders. Yingluck, the first female Prime Minister of Thailand and sister of former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra, has been living in exile since her government was toppled in a coup in 2014.

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Thailand’s Paetongtarn Shinawatra Sworn in as Prime Minister
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Thailand’s Paetongtarn Shinawatra Sworn in as Prime Minister

The Diplomat  

Paetongtarn Shinawatra, the daughter of divisive former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra, was sworn into office as Thailand’s next prime minister on August 18, two days after her election by the Thai parliament. At a subsequent press conference, Paetongtarn vowed to “serve everyone equally and wholeheartedly,” and to govern for “every age, every gender, every diversity.” “I am committed to pushing …

Thailand’s slumping economy is new leader Paetongtarn’s focus in her first parliamentary speech
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Thailand’s slumping economy is new leader Paetongtarn’s focus in her first parliamentary speech

Associated Press  

BANGKOK — Thailand’s new Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra vowed Thursday in her inaugural speech to Parliament to continue many of her predecessor’s plans to solve the country’s economic woes. Paetongtarn, the leader of the ruling Pheu Thai Party and daughter of former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra, took office last month after a court ousted Srettha Thavisin from his post over …

Former Thai PM Thaksin among pardonees in king's amnesty
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Former Thai PM Thaksin among pardonees in king's amnesty

China Daily  

FILE PHOTO: Thailand's former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra speaks to members of the media as he attends THACCA SPLASH - Soft Power Forum 2024 at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center in Bangkok, Thailand, June 28, 2024. BANGKOK - Thailand's former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra has been included in a royal pardon to end his jail term earlier than scheduled, …

Thailand's new prime minister renews the legacy of her father, the divisive Thaksin Shinawatra
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Thailand's new prime minister renews the legacy of her father, the divisive Thaksin Shinawatra

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Thaksin's sister Yingluck Shinawatra was …

Thailand’s new prime minister renews the legacy of her divisive father, Thaksin Shinawatra
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Thailand’s new prime minister renews the legacy of her divisive father, Thaksin Shinawatra

Associated Press  

BANGKOK — The election of Paetongtarn Shinawatra as Thailand’s prime minister represents a remarkable comeback for the political dynasty founded by her billionaire father, Thaksin Shinawatra, who was ousted by a military coup in 2006. FILE - Thailand’s former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra, left, with, his daughter Paetongtarn, arrives at Don Muang airport in Bangkok, Thailand, Tuesday, Aug. 22, 2023. …

Thai lawmakers to elect new prime minister
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Thai lawmakers to elect new prime minister

Hindustan Times  

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. Thai lawmakers to elect new prime minister {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} Paetongtarn, 37, whose father and aunt have served as premier, would become the youngest leader in Thailand's history as …

Paetongtarn Shinawatra, daughter of former leader Thaksin Shinawatra, elected Thailand's new prime minister
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Paetongtarn Shinawatra, daughter of former leader Thaksin Shinawatra, elected Thailand's new prime minister

ABC  

Thailand's parliament has voted to approve the daughter of the divisive former leader Thaksin Shinawatra as the new prime minister, two days after a court removed the last incumbent over an ethics violation. Ms Paetongtarn is Thailand's second female prime minister and the country's third leader from the Shinawatra family, after her father and her aunt Yingluck Shinawatra. Adam Simpson, …

Thailand’s Parliament elects as prime minister the daughter of divisive former leader Thaksin
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Thailand’s Parliament elects as prime minister the daughter of divisive former leader Thaksin

LA Times  

Leader of the Pheu Thai party and the new prime minister, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, arrives at the party’s headquarters in Bangkok on Friday. Thailand’s Parliament elected Paetongtarn Shinawatra as prime minister Friday, continuing the legacy of the political dynasty that began with her father, Thaksin Shinawatra, one of Thailand’s most popular but divisive political figures. She was named one of Pheu …

Daughter of former exiled Thai PM nominated as candidate to lead new government
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Daughter of former exiled Thai PM nominated as candidate to lead new government

ABC  

Thailand's governing alliance has backed 37-year-old political newcomer Paetongtarn Shinawatra as its candidate for prime minister, after the country's constitutional court dismissed the previous leader earlier this week. Ms Shinawatra is the daughter of divisive political heavyweight Thaksin Shinawatra, a former prime minister himself who fled into exile after a military coup against his government. Former Thai prime minister Thaksin …

Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin removed from office by court order over an ethics violation
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin removed from office by court order over an ethics violation

The Independent  

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Court removes Prime Minister Srettha from office in another ruling shaking up Thailand’s politics
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Court removes Prime Minister Srettha from office in another ruling shaking up Thailand’s politics

Associated Press  

BANGKOK — Thailand’s Constitutional Court removed Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin from office over an ethical violation Wednesday, further shaking up Thai politics after ordering the dissolution of the main opposition party a week ago. Phumtham Wechayachai of Srettha’s Pheu Thai party and first deputy prime minister and commerce minister under him is expected to become acting prime minister. The United …

Thailand's constitutional court removes Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin from office over ethical violations
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Thailand's constitutional court removes Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin from office over ethical violations

ABC  

Thailand's Constitutional Court has removed Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin from office for violating the constitution over a cabinet appointment. Thai court dissolves progressive Move Forward Party Photo shows a crowd of thai politicians do a thumbs-up gesture Thailand's Constitutional Court has ruled to dissolve the opposition Move Forward Party. The same court last week dissolved the anti-establishment Move Forward Party, …

Thaksin Shinawatra: Former Thai PM indicted in royal insult case
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Thaksin Shinawatra: Former Thai PM indicted in royal insult case

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Thailand’s former prime minister Thaksin …

Thailand’s former Prime Minister Thaksin is in trouble again as he’s indicted for royal defamation
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Thailand’s former Prime Minister Thaksin is in trouble again as he’s indicted for royal defamation

Associated Press  

BANGKOK — Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra was indicted and arraigned Tuesday on a charge of defaming the country’s monarchy in one of several court cases that have rattled Thai politics. His case is just one of the several that have complicated Thai politics since the Pheu Thai government took office after the Senate — a conservative, military-appointed body …

Thaksin indicted for alleged insult of monarchy, granted bail
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Thaksin indicted for alleged insult of monarchy, granted bail

China Daily  

Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra greets his supporters after landing at Bangkok's Don Mueang airport on August 22, 2023. Former Thai prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra was on June 18 indicted for allegedly insulting the monarchy in a media interview nine years ago, but was granted bail by a court, helping him avoid pre-trial detention. On June 18, Thailand's Criminal …

Why four court cases could unleash a new crisis in Thai politics
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Why four court cases could unleash a new crisis in Thai politics

Al Jazeera  

Courts due to hear cases on Tuesday on PM Srettha Thavisin, the Move Forward Party, former PM Thaksin Shinawatra and the Senate elections. The future of Thailand’s Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin as well as its leading opposition party looks set to be decided this week in four key court rulings that risk triggering a new political crisis. The courts are …

Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra will be indicted for royal defamation, prosecutors say
7 months, 1 week ago

Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra will be indicted for royal defamation, prosecutors say

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Thai prosecutors on Wednesday said …

Former Thailand PM Thaksin Shinawatra to go on trial for royal insult
7 months, 1 week ago

Former Thailand PM Thaksin Shinawatra to go on trial for royal insult

Al Jazeera  

The case relates to an interview the billionaire politician gave to South Korean media while in self-imposed exile in 2015. Thailand’s former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra, who returned home last year after 15 years in exile, will go on trial next month on charges of insulting the monarchy. Prayuth Pecharakun, a spokesman for Thailand’s attorney general, said 74-year-old Thaksin would …

The Constitutional Court of Thailand agrees to hear a case that could imperil the prime minister
7 months, 2 weeks ago

The Constitutional Court of Thailand agrees to hear a case that could imperil the prime minister

Associated Press  

BANGKOK — Thailand’s Constitutional Court accepted a petition Thursday from members of the country’s outgoing Senate to begin an ethics probe against the prime minister over his appointment of a Cabinet member. The court ruled that Srettha’s appointment of Pichit Chuenban as minister of the Prime Minister’s Office was in violation of Section 160 of the constitution, which requires those …

Thai court to hear ethics case calling for removal of PM
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Thai court to hear ethics case calling for removal of PM

Al Jazeera  

Judges accept petition seeking Srettha Thavisin’s removal over cabinet appointment of lawyer who did jail time. Thailand’s Constitutional Court will examine a plea seeking to remove Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin over his cabinet appointment of a lawyer with a criminal conviction. The senators had complained that Srettha’s appointment last month of former lawyer Pichit Chuenban, jailed six months in 2008 …

What Thaksin Shinawatra’s Parole Says About Thai Politics
9 months, 2 weeks ago

What Thaksin Shinawatra’s Parole Says About Thai Politics

The Diplomat  

On February 13, Thailand’s jailed former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra was granted parole, as anticipated, paving the way for his release on February 18. Srettha added, “I believe that Thaksin can give good advice to his daughter to serve the country.” Thaksin’s parole represents a watershed in Thai politics. By sealing the former leader’s rehabilitation, it effectively draws a line …

Thai court acquits former PM Yingluck Shinawatra on charges of mishandling government funds
10 months ago

Thai court acquits former PM Yingluck Shinawatra on charges of mishandling government funds

Associated Press  

BANGKOK — A Thai court on Monday acquitted former Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra, now living in exile, on charges of mishandling funds for a government project in 2013, the latest legal victory for the powerful family of former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra. Thaksin’s release, after almost two decades of antipathy between his populist political machine and Thailand’s conservative royalist ruling …

How Thailand’s Thaksin Shinawatra went from prime minister to fugitive abroad and back home again
10 months, 2 weeks ago

How Thailand’s Thaksin Shinawatra went from prime minister to fugitive abroad and back home again

Associated Press  

BANGKOK — Thaksin Shinawatra, the billionaire former prime minister of Thailand, made a dramatic return home after more than a decade of self-imposed exile. In 2011, Thaksin’s sister Yingluck Shinawatra led the Pheu Thai party to an landslide election victory. Thaksin’s desire to return home seemed finally possible as Thais last year headed to a general election in which the …

As Thailand’s Thaksin goes free, questions about his political future loom
10 months, 3 weeks ago

As Thailand’s Thaksin goes free, questions about his political future loom

Al Jazeera  

Ex-prime minister’s release caps a period of reconciliation between his populist movement and the conservative establishment. Thaksin’s sister Yingluck Shinawatra served as Thailand’s first female prime minister from 2011 until 2014, under the banner of the Pheu Thai Party, which was born out of the remnants of Thaksin’s Thai Rak Thai. Thaksin’s return to Thailand in August following nearly 16 …

Former Thai prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra released on parole from police hospital
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Former Thai prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra released on parole from police hospital

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Former Thai prime minister Thaksin …

Former Thai PM Thaksin released on parole after serving 6 months in hospital
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Former Thai PM Thaksin released on parole after serving 6 months in hospital

The Hindu  

Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra was released on parole early Sunday, February 18, 2024, from a Bangkok hospital where he spent six months serving time for corruption-related offenses. Thaksin was seen in a convoy of cars leaving the Police General Hospital just before sunrise and is believed to be headed to his residence in western Bangkok. A polarising figure …

Thaksin Shinawatra, former Thailand prime minister and one-time owner of Manchester City, released early from prison
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Thaksin Shinawatra, former Thailand prime minister and one-time owner of Manchester City, released early from prison

ABC  

In short: Thaksin, twice elected prime minister, was released early on Sunday morning after being treated at Bangkok's Police General Hospital Thaksin, twice elected prime minister, was released early on Sunday morning after being treated at Bangkok's Police General Hospital His eight-year sentence was cut by King Maha Vajiralongkorn within days of his return to Thailand from exile last August …

Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin is free on parole. Can he restore his political luster?
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin is free on parole. Can he restore his political luster?

LA Times  

Thailand’s former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra, the nation’s most controversial politician for more than two decades, was released on parole this week from a Bangkok hospital where he spent six months serving time for corruption-related offenses. The current prime minister, Srettha Thavisin, a member of the ruling Pheu Thai Party, which is backed by Thaksin, expressed congratulations to his predecessor. …

Thailand’s ex-PM Thaksin leaves hospital after six months in detention
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Thailand’s ex-PM Thaksin leaves hospital after six months in detention

Al Jazeera  

Thaksin returned to Thailand in August after nearly 16 years of self-imposed exile. Thailand’s jailed former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra has left the hospital where he spent six months in detention following his return to the kingdom after more than 15 years of self-imposed exile. Thailand’s Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin said earlier this week that Thaksin, who was jailed for …

Thai officials, accused of coddling jailed ex-PM, say not calling him ‘inmate’ is standard practice
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Thai officials, accused of coddling jailed ex-PM, say not calling him ‘inmate’ is standard practice

Associated Press  

BANGKOK — Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra is serving a prison sentence after being convicted of wrongdoing in office, but he shouldn’t be called an inmate, the country’s Correction Department declared Tuesday. It was responding to critics who charge that Thaksin, a billionaire populist and unofficial patron of the political party that returned to power last year, is being …

Thai officials, accused of coddling jailed ex-PM, say not calling him 'inmate' is standard practice
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Thai officials, accused of coddling jailed ex-PM, say not calling him 'inmate' is standard practice

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin …

Thai king cuts ex-PM Thaksin's jail term to one year
1 year, 4 months ago

Thai king cuts ex-PM Thaksin's jail term to one year

The Hindu  

Thailand's jailed former Premier Thaksin Shinawatra had his prison sentence cut from eight years to one by the King on Friday, just days after he returned from a decade and a half in exile. Mr. Thaksin, twice elected Prime Minister and ousted in a 2006 military coup, was sent to prison last week immediately after returning to the kingdom for …

Thailand’s king reduces former Prime Minister Thaksin’s 8-year prison term to a single year
1 year, 4 months ago

Thailand’s king reduces former Prime Minister Thaksin’s 8-year prison term to a single year

Associated Press  

BANGKOK — Thailand’s king on Friday reduced former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra’s eight-year prison term to a single year following the divisive politician’s return last week from 15 years of self-imposed exile. Hours after Thaksin’s return, Srettha Thavisin of the Thaksin-affiliated Pheu Thai party won enough votes in Parliament to become prime minister, ending more than three months of uncertainty …

Thai king reduces former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra’s prison term to one year
1 year, 4 months ago

Thai king reduces former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra’s prison term to one year

LA Times  

Thailand’s king Friday reduced the prison term of former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra from eight years to one following the divisive politician’s return from 15 years of self-imposed exile. Hours after Thaksin’s return to Thailand, Srettha Thavisin of the Thaksin-affiliated Pheu Thai party won enough votes in parliament to become prime minister, ending more than three months of uncertainty after …

Thailand’s Ex-PM Thaksin Shinawatra Moved to Hospital Day after Return From Exile
1 year, 4 months ago

Thailand’s Ex-PM Thaksin Shinawatra Moved to Hospital Day after Return From Exile

News 18  

Thailand’s former premier Thaksin Shinawatra was moved from prison to a police hospital on Wednesday, officials said, a day after he was jailed on his return from 15 years in exile. The 74-year-old, twice Thai prime minister and ousted in a 2006 coup, is suffering from multiple health complaints, officials said, and was moved from prison quarantine to a police …

Former Thai leader Thaksin goes to jail as political party linked to him wins vote to take power
1 year, 4 months ago

Former Thai leader Thaksin goes to jail as political party linked to him wins vote to take power

Associated Press  

BANGKOK — A divisive former prime minister of Thailand made a dramatic return home Tuesday to face an eight-year prison term, just as a party linked to him won a vote in Parliament to lead the government — the latest turn in the country’s tumultuous politics. Hours later, Srettha Thavisin of the Pheu Thai party secured enough votes to become …

Srettha Thavisin elected Thailand PM as Thaksin returns from exile
1 year, 4 months ago

Srettha Thavisin elected Thailand PM as Thaksin returns from exile

Al Jazeera  

The real estate mogul won the backing of both the upper and lower houses to become the country’s 30th prime minister. Srettha Thavisin of the populist Pheu Thai party has won the backing of parliament to become Thailand’s next prime minister, paving the way to a new coalition government and an end to weeks of uncertainty and political impasse. The …

Thaksin Shinawatra arrested, jailed after return from years-long exile
1 year, 4 months ago

Thaksin Shinawatra arrested, jailed after return from years-long exile

Al Jazeera  

Former prime minister who was removed in 2006 coup ‘enters legal process’ as supporters celebrate his return. Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra was swiftly arrested, taken to court and jailed after he landed back home in Thailand after 15 years in self-imposed exile. Several thousand “red shirts” – the grassroots rural movement established to defend Thaksin’s government after the …

Court clears the way for Thai Parliament to pick a new prime minister 3 months after elections
1 year, 4 months ago

Court clears the way for Thai Parliament to pick a new prime minister 3 months after elections

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Thailand’s Constitutional Court cleared the way Wednesday for Parliament to …

Ousted Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra seen in video at Cambodian leader’s birthday party
1 year, 5 months ago

Ousted Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra seen in video at Cambodian leader’s birthday party

Associated Press  

PHNOM PENH, Cambodia — Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra attended a birthday party for outgoing Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen in Phnom Penh, according to video posted online Sunday, a day after Thaksin said he would delay plans to return to Thailand following years of self-imposed exile. Thaksin’s appearance in Cambodia came at a politically sensitive time in neighboring …

Thai ex-PM Thaksin Shinawatra postpones return from self-exile
1 year, 5 months ago

Thai ex-PM Thaksin Shinawatra postpones return from self-exile

Al Jazeera  

The former leader says he is delaying his return due to a medical appointment. Thai former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra has said he was postponing his return from self-exile as Thailand struggles to overcome a political deadlock after the general election in May was won by opponents of military-backed parties. His daughter, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, 36, one of the prime minister …

Thailand's divisive ex-Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra readies return during political turmoil
1 year, 5 months ago

Thailand's divisive ex-Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra readies return during political turmoil

The Hindu  

As Thailand grapples with the unexpectedly difficult task of naming a new prime minister, the most controversial former holder of the job, billionaire populist Thaksin Shinawatra, plans to return home next month from years of self-imposed exile, his daughter announced Wednesday. Thaksin’s planned Aug. 10 return, confirmed in a Facebook posting by his daughter Paetongtarn on the occasion of his …

Thailand’s divisive ex-Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra readies return during political turmoil
1 year, 5 months ago

Thailand’s divisive ex-Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra readies return during political turmoil

Associated Press  

BANGKOK — As Thailand grapples with the unexpectedly difficult task of naming a new prime minister, the most controversial former holder of the job, billionaire populist Thaksin Shinawatra, plans to return home next month from years of self-imposed exile, his daughter announced Wednesday. Thaksin’s planned Aug. 10 return, confirmed in a Facebook posting by his daughter Paetongtarn on the occasion …

Thailand's divisive ex-Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra readies return during political turmoil
1 year, 5 months ago

Thailand's divisive ex-Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra readies return during political turmoil

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy As Thailand grapples with the unexpectedly difficult task of naming …

Thaksin to return to Thailand in August after 15 years in exile
1 year, 5 months ago

Thaksin to return to Thailand in August after 15 years in exile

Al Jazeera  

Billionaire former prime minister faces a potential jail term on corruption charges if he returns home. Thailand’s former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra plans to return home on August 10 after 15 years in self-imposed exile, his daughter has said. Thaksin and the Pheu Thai party backed by his billionaire family remain popular among Thailand’s working and rural masses, coming in …

Thailand is on the verge of a new democratic spring, but obstacles could stand in the way
1 year, 7 months ago

Thailand is on the verge of a new democratic spring, but obstacles could stand in the way

ABC  

The last time voters headed to the polls in Thailand was in 2019, following five years of a repressive military dictatorship. Trailing far behind, in fourth and fifth place, are the two military-proxy parties: Palang Pracharat, headed by former deputy prime minister and army chief Prawit Wongsuwan, and United Thai Nation, headed by current Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha, leader of …

Thailand's opposition wins big election victory, challenging army-backed conservative establishment
1 year, 7 months ago

Thailand's opposition wins big election victory, challenging army-backed conservative establishment

The Hindu  

Thailand’s main opposition parties easily bested other contenders with virtually all the votes counted from Sunday’s general election, fulfilling many voters’ hopes that the balloting would serve as a pivotal chance for change nine years after incumbent Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha first came to power in a 2014 coup. With 99% of the votes counted by early Monday morning, the …

Thailand PM Frontrunner Paetongtarn Shinawatra Gives Birth Two Weeks Before Polls
1 year, 8 months ago

Thailand PM Frontrunner Paetongtarn Shinawatra Gives Birth Two Weeks Before Polls

News 18  

Thailand prime minister contender Paetongtarn Shinawatra gave birth to a baby boy two weeks before voters in Thailand are set to cast their votes. Paetongtarn is the youngest daughter of former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra, according to the Guardian. Paetongtarn’s father Thaksin was ousted in a 2006 coup and her aunt, former prime minister Yingluck Shinawatra, was removed from power …

An uber-rich dynasty has dominated Thai politics for years. Is Paetongtarn Shinawatra ready to rise?
1 year, 9 months ago

An uber-rich dynasty has dominated Thai politics for years. Is Paetongtarn Shinawatra ready to rise?

ABC  

As Thailand prepares for its general election next month, one woman is charging ahead in the polls as preferred Prime Minister: Paetongtarn Shinawatra. "Ung-Ing", as she is known in Thailand, is the youngest daughter of divisive former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra and the niece of Thaksin's sister, Yingluck, who was also a controversial PM. The only reason Paetongtarn was one …

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