The official coronation of King Maha Vajiralongkorn, the first in the country in 70 years, comes as Thailand remains seized by political conflict.
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Thailand’s Junta Targets Opposition Leader, Flexing System Rigged in Its Favor
Since the coup in 2014, Thailand’s military has put in a new Constitution and election system, giving it huge advantages even as votes are still being tabulated.
Adventurous. Alone. Attacked.
The number of female solo travelers has skyrocketed, but amid Instagram-worthy escapades are tales of violence and death, raising questions about how the world is greeting women who travel alone.
As Thai Pro-Military Party Celebrates Election Lead, So Do Its Opponents
After molding Thailand’s democracy since its coup in 2014, the military appears poised to consolidate power after an election in which notable irregularities were reported.
In Thai Elections, Military Party Takes the Lead, Upending Polls
The populist party that most polls had forecast to win was in second place behind the military’s proxy party, likely cementing the army’s status as the country’s dominant political force.
As Thailand Prepares to Vote, the Likely Winner Is Clear. But the Aftermath Isn’t.
A populist party looks set to prevail on Sunday. But waiting in the wings, and even on the ballots, is the military.
Thai Political Party That Nominated King’s Sister Is Dissolved
The constitutional court said the Thai Raksa Chart Party had committed “hostile acts” toward the monarchy by nominating a member of the royal family as a candidate for prime minister.
Made on the Inside, Worn on the Outside
Brands are using prison labor to provide inmates with jobs and training. But is it possible — and ethical — to build a profitable fashion business behind bars?
The Saturday Profile: A Rap Challenger to the Thai Military Junta
In a repressive country, Nutthapong Srimuong does not shy from political themes. His rap video, “What My Country Has Got,” has been viewed 56 million times in three months.
Thai King’s Sister Is Formally Barred From Running for Prime Minister
The country’s election commission said on Monday that members of the royal family were “above politics” and thus ineligible to run for office.