Politics · National NewsVoters Must Ditch Numbered Tees on Thailand’s Election Day or Risk Penalties
Avoid fines on Thailand’s election day: skip numbered shirts and other banned gear. Know the approved attire before you head to the polls.
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Politics · EconomyThailand Democrats Pitch Anti-Graft, Raise Wages and Protect Borders
Thailand’s Democrat Party unveils a 5-point anti-graft, wage-hike & border-security plan ahead of the 8 Feb vote—see how it could hit your wallet & safety.
Economy · PoliticsThailand Ends Wine Monopoly, Promises 10-20% Price Cuts with QR Tracking
From mid-2026 Thailand ends its wine-import monopoly, letting any licensed firm import. Shoppers may pay 10-20% less and verify bottles with a new QR-code stamp.
Politics · EconomyBhumjaithai Lets Top Vote-Getter Lead, Aiming for Faster Cabinet Formation
Thailand coalition talks will speed up after Bhumjaithai lets the top vote-getter lead, cutting weeks off formation and steadying markets.
Politics · EconomyThai Army Dismisses Coup Rumor, Warns of ฿200k Misinformation Fine
Thai Army vows neutrality ahead of Feb 8 election, quashing coup rumours. Forwarding the fake audio could cost up to ฿200k under Thailand’s Computer Crime Act.
Politics · TechPheu Thai's AI Nominee Yodchanan Aims for Tech Growth and National Unity
Ahead of the 8 Feb Thailand election, Pheu Thai’s AI nominee Yodchanan vows economic modernisation, smart-farmer loans and national unity—read the full analysis for Thai voters.
Politics · EconomyUnited Thai Nation Party’s Plan Could Slash Fuel, Cap Power and Fund Welfare
UTN pledges to slash Thai pump prices by ฿25 per litre, cap electricity at ฿3.30/unit and levy big firms 10% for welfare. See how the plan could cut your monthly bills.
Politics · EconomyPeople’s Party Ditches Border Jingoism for Everyday Cost Cuts Ahead of Polls
Thailand’s People’s Party abandons border nationalism for VAT rebates, draft abolition and misinfo fines—what residents and expats need before Feb 8 election.
Politics · National NewsThailand Scrambles to Rescue Advance Votes Amid Ballot Mix-Ups
Thailand’s Election Commission is re-sorting 3.7 million advance ballots after clerical errors. Use the Smart Vote app to check your precinct and bring ID by 6 Feb for the Thai general election.