Tracking politics for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
Politics · EconomyThailand’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 NewsThai advance voting runs Feb 1–5 with 2.4 M ballots. Expats can use any photo ID, file absence excuses by Feb 15, and plan for the Feb 8 referendum—learn what to do next.
Politics · EconomyThai-Cambodian border skirmishes could sway the election, disrupt ฿80 bn in trade and trigger curfews—learn what residents and SMEs should prepare for.
Politics · EconomyDiscover how Sunday’s Thai constitution referendum could trigger a full rewrite or freeze the 2017 charter. Essential guide for expats and global investors following Thailand.
Politics · EconomyThai parties vow ฿3 trn in April rebates, power-bill caps and million-baht lotteries, but analysts warn VAT could rise to 8%. See how the pledges affect you.
Politics · EconomyBhumjaithai vows a ฿3/kWh power cap, 3,000-baht vouchers and a volunteer army if it wins Thailand’s Feb. 8 election. Discover what’s at stake and read more.
Politics · EconomyPrepare for Thailand’s 8 Feb triple-ballot vote. Learn how tax changes, a charter rewrite and coalition gridlock could affect expats and residents—stay informed.
Politics · National NewsBangkok’s Klongprem Prison is rushing ordinary parole reviews; ex-PM Thaksin and hundreds could walk free by May. Families should prepare documents.
National News · PoliticsAfter a 400 kg meth seizure, Thailand’s Mekong border towns Nong Khai and Bueng Kan face stricter night patrols, roadblocks and landlord spot-checks.