Tracking politics for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
Politics · HealthWith Bhumjaithai poised to head Thailand’s new coalition, expect stricter Thai-Cambodia crossings, bigger rural hospital budgets and revamped medical-cannabis rules—find out who’s affected.
Politics · EconomyTrailing to third, Pheu Thai’s Yodchanan enters coalition talks to protect the THB 10,000 digital wallet and minimum wage hike—what’s at stake for Thai households.
Politics · National NewsThailand's Election Commission warns party chiefs face jail and fines for endorsing ineligible candidates; voters should review ballots on the EC site today.
Politics · EconomyThailand’s first combined election and charter referendum drew a record 80% turnout. Recounts in key districts could delay final results and coalition talks.
PoliticsChiang Rai police seized a ฿64,400 vote-buying kit in northern Thailand. Accepting cash risks jail, a 10-year voting ban and a by-election. Report fraud via hotline 1444.
Politics · National NewsThailand votes in record numbers to choose 400 MPs, party-list seats and decide on a new constitution. Follow live tallies and possible recount updates tonight.
Politics · National NewsPhuket saw pre-dawn queues and 12,000+ off-island voters in Thailand’s referendum. Discover what strong Yes numbers mean for Phuket residents & expats
Politics · EconomyThailand’s Anti-Corruption Commission reviews 15 People’s Party MPs over Section 112 push; bans could stall projects and spark by-elections. 9 Feb ruling looms.
Politics · EconomyDiscover how Thailand’s People’s Party will spend ฿740B to lift pensions, upgrade roads, and enforce 72-hour contract transparency for locals and expats alike.