Politics

The Election Commission insists that the February 8 election will proceed as scheduled, even in provinces affected by ongoing border clashes, with plans for special polling arrangements for evacuees.

The Council of State confirms that a referendum on the Thai-Cambodian MOU following the House dissolution would violate Article 169 of the Constitution and is unconstitutional.

Natthapong Ruengpanyawut of People’s Party introduces the "3 Thai" vision, focusing on transparency, equality, and modern governance to transform Thailand in the 2026 election

Pheu Thai PM candidate Yodchanan Wongsawat, Thaksin Shinawatra’s nephew, says Thailand faces a “perfect storm” of economic, geopolitical and tech shocks, pledging an AI- and science-driven push to reach high-income status.

Pheu Thai used its “Reboot Thailand” event on Tuesday (December 16) to introduce its prime ministerial line-up and set out flagship measures, including a “retirement lottery” scheme and a wide-ranging plan to tackle household debt.

Thailand’s Criminal Court has sentenced former People’s Party MP Jirat Thongsuwan to two years in prison for using a forged military draft results certificate and uploading false information online.

DES Minister Chaichanok Chidchob said he is not concerned after a complaint was filed against him over his mother’s online sharing of another person’s household registration, saying that if it is a political game, those behind it will face the consequences.

Pheu Thai launches its ‘reboot Thailand, Pheu Thai can deliver’ campaign, unveiling three PM candidates and reviving flagship economic policies for the 2026 election.

Thailand’s Election Commission approved an election plan with polling on February 8, 2026 and advance voting on February 1, plus key registration dates.

ACT chief Mana Nimitmongkol says surveys show 70% expect vote-buying nationwide, prompting a joint campaign with Nation Group for a clean election.

FTI chairman Kriangkrai wants a capable, corruption-free cabinet after the election, warning ‘grey capital’ could infiltrate politics and policy.

Thailand’s post-election landscape remains a three-way contest between the People’s Party, Bhumjaithai and Pheu Thai, with support for all three continuing to soften.

A Nida Poll survey finds most Thai voters remain undecided on both their preferred PM candidate and the party they would back in an election.