Thailand News » North News Thailand » North » Politics: Thailand’s Thaksin is out of jail, but can he leave politics behind?
While the former PM is 'no longer a political magnet', analysts say he will still be behind the scenes as Pheu Thai tries to make a comeback In Thaksin Shinawatra's hometown outside Chiang Mai, ...
News Thailand » North » Politics: Strongman Politics and Thailand’s Upcoming ‘Khaki Election’
PM Anutin Charnvirakul’s Bhumjaithai party is likely to be the main beneficiary of the polls, which will take place against a backdrop of ongoing border tensions with Cambodia. Prime Minister Anutin ...
News Thailand » North » Politics: Thailand's political parties name prime minister candidates for February election
BANGKOK (AP) — Political parties in Thailand on Sunday registered their candidates for the next prime minister, marking the unofficial start of campaigning for the Feb. 8 general election. Prime ...
News Thailand » North » Politics: How Thailand’s Messy Politics Fueled Its Border War With Cambodia
In June 2025, Hun Sen, Cambodia’s influential former prime minister, leaked the audio of a phone call that he’d held days earlier with the leader of Thailand. The two nations were then on the brink of ...
News Thailand » North » Politics: Thailand dissolves parliament, heightening political turmoil as Trump seeks to salvage ceasefire with Cambodia
Thailand's king approved the dissolution of parliament, triggering early elections. The Southeast Asian nation has been locked in a border dispute with Cambodia. The political crisis collides with ...
News Thailand » North » Politics: Thailand’s Dusit Poll and NIDA Poll How They Differ
When comparing election findings, match the surveys' target populations and field dates as closely as possible. Reports on Thailand's 2026 general election ...
News Thailand » North » Politics: What Happens When Buddhism Is Twinned With Political Power?
In Thailand, where it’s the state-sanctioned religion, practices have proved to be surprisingly mutable. The Prince’s Journey In Thailand, where it’s the state-sanctioned religion, practices have ...