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Tag: Pheu Thai Party (Thailand)

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Who Is Paetongtarn Shinawatra, Thailand’s New Prime Minister?

August 16, 2024August 18, 2024John YoonComments Off on Who Is Paetongtarn Shinawatra, Thailand’s New Prime Minister?

The political heir to an influential family is now leading Thailand with no governing experience in a tumultuous time.

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Paetongtarn Shinawatra Is Chosen as Thailand’s New Prime Minister

August 16, 2024August 16, 2024SUI-LEE WEEComments Off on Paetongtarn Shinawatra Is Chosen as Thailand’s New Prime Minister

The abrupt rise of the scion of a powerful and polarizing political family is widely seen as a continuation of the meddling that has undermined Thai democracy.

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Thaksin Shinawatra, Former Thai Prime Minister, Freed on Parole

February 18, 2024February 18, 2024SUI-LEE WEEComments Off on Thaksin Shinawatra, Former Thai Prime Minister, Freed on Parole

Thaksin Shinawatra, a divisive and compelling figure even in his years of exile, was once hailed as a champion of the common people. His recent moves have disillusioned followers.

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Thai King Commutes Sentence of Former Prime Minister Thaksin

September 1, 2023September 1, 2023SUI-LEE WEEComments Off on Thai King Commutes Sentence of Former Prime Minister Thaksin

Thaksin Shinawatra’s eight-year punishment was reduced to one year, days after his return from self-imposed exile. He remains one of the country’s most influential politicians.

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Thailand’s Marijuana Business Is Growing Despite Regulatory Risks

August 27, 2023MIKE IVESComments Off on Thailand’s Marijuana Business Is Growing Despite Regulatory Risks

The country’s legal marijuana business — a rarity in Asia — is struggling with oversupply, illegal imports and regulatory ambiguity. Investors are piling in anyway.

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Thailand’s Old Guard Keeps Its Grip After Voters Seek Change

August 24, 2023August 24, 2023SUI-LEE WEEComments Off on Thailand’s Old Guard Keeps Its Grip After Voters Seek Change

The country went months without naming a new prime minister, only for Parliament to elect Srettha Thavisin, a candidate who many frustrated voters say represents the establishment.

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Thai Parliament Picks Real Estate Mogul as Next Prime Minister

August 21, 2023August 22, 2023SUI-LEE WEEComments Off on Thai Parliament Picks Real Estate Mogul as Next Prime Minister

Months of political chaos have culminated in the selection of Srettha Thavisin, a businessman seen as amenable to royalists and the military-appointed Senate.

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Thai Court Dismisses Pita’s Renomination

August 16, 2023August 16, 2023Sui-Lee Wee and Muktita SuhartonoComments Off on Thai Court Dismisses Pita’s Renomination

Pita Limjaroenrat won a surprise victory in the general election, but his attempts to form a government and become the nation’s next premier have been thwarted.

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Thai PM Vote: Lawmakers Block Move Forward Party’s Candidate

July 19, 2023July 19, 2023MIKE IVESComments Off on Thai PM Vote: Lawmakers Block Move Forward Party’s Candidate

Demonstrations unfolded after lawmakers prevented a progressive candidate from contesting a vote for prime minister. Another vote will be held next week. Here’s what to know.

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Thailand Parliament Vote: Pita Limjaroenrat Faces Setbacks

July 13, 2023July 13, 2023MIKE IVES and MUKTITA SUHARTONOComments Off on Thailand Parliament Vote: Pita Limjaroenrat Faces Setbacks

The Thai military’s hold on the Senate blocked a popular progressive candidate who had emerged as the clear winner. Parliament will now have to vote again, as the opposition vows to demonstrate.

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