‘I’ve Made Myself Clear’: New Econ Party Refuses to Back Prayuth
BANGKOK — The leader of the New Economics Party left the fence Friday and declared he will not join the coalition which backs junta chairman Prayuth Chan-ocha as the next prime minister.
Gov’t Names Replacement for ‘Big Joke’
BANGKOK — A former border police commander has been named head of the immigration bureau, replacing ex-cop Surachate Hakparn whose downfall remains a topic of speculation.
New PM to be Chosen in Rented Auditorium
BANGKOK — Thailand’s next prime minister will be voted in by parliament with much less grandeur than previous years.
King Imposes Moral Code on Civil Servants
BANGKOK — A law issued by His Majesty the King requiring civil servants to follow a strict code of conduct becomes effective on Wednesday.
Message of Love and Unity for Songkran From Junta Leader
BANGKOK — Junta leader Gen. Prayuth Chan-ocha sent Thai New Year greetings asking people to unite to build the nation.
Election Commission to Ask for Court Ruling on Party-List MPs
BANGKOK — The Election Commission said Thursday it will petition the Constitutional Court to rule on how to calculate and allocate Party-List MP seats.
Prayuth Asks Officials to Forgive his Moodiness
BANGKOK — Junta leader Gen. Prayuth Chan-ocha urged officials to be understanding of his occassional moodiness, before asking forgiveness.
Prayuth made the remark on Thursday as government...
Diplomats Deny Accusation of Protocol Breach in Thanathorn’s Case
BANGKOK — Western diplomatic missions responded Wednesday to charges from Thailand's foreign ministry that they violated protocol by observing a politician being charged by police with sedition, calling their action standard diplomatic practice.
Redshirts Mark April Crackdown, Pledge Fight for Justice
BANGKOK — Redshirt leaders on Wednesday held a religious ceremony to mark the 9th anniversary of a crackdown that killed scores of their supporters.
King’s Top Adviser Confident Prayuth’s Govt ‘Not Corrupt’
BANGKOK — A highly influential royal adviser on Wednesday said he’s confident the government of junta leader Prayuth Chan-ocha is “not corrupt” and has honestly worked for the public’s greater good.
