Five “central quota” posts in ‘Anutin’ government revealed

At the same time, the report says Kla Tham’s 58 seats are larger than expected and give it strong bargaining power. If the party joined the government, there are concerns it could reduce stability. The report adds that bringing Kla Tham in would push the government’s seat total higher than necessary, potentially driving the MPs-to-minister … Read more

Bhumjaithai Election Victory Stabilizes Politics, Empowers Military

Thailand’s ruling conservative Bhumjaithai Party won the Feb. 8 elections by securing 193 out of 500 seats in the House of Representatives (up from 71), while the left-wing People’s Party won 118 (down from 151), the populist, center-left Pheu Thai Party won 74 (down from 141), and the new, military-aligned Kla Tham won 58, Reuters … Read more