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Even if Thailand Votes, No Parliament Awaits New Lawmakers

BANGKOK — A massive facility meant to host Thailand’s next parliament in five months appeared far from completion Thursday.
Gen. Prayuth Chan-ocha face is photoshopped onto a lounge singer.

Prayuth’s Dark New Ballad Conjures Turbulent Times

BANGKOK — The junta leader called on Thais to hold on to hard-earned peace in what’s become a familiar format during his nearly five years in power – a song.
Protesters hold placards demanding the election be held on Feb. 24 at a rally Tuesday near the Ratchaprasong Intersection in Bangkok.

Protesters, Politicos Demand No More Election Delays

BANGKOK — Mounting frustration over the growing possibility that Election Day could be postponed yet again have led to resumed protests in the capital.

EU Lifts Long-Standing Warning Against Thai Fishing Industry

BANGKOK — The European Union announced Tuesday that it has lifted its warning over Thai fishing products, citing improvements in labor practices.
Protesters rally Sunday against the possible delay of the election slated for February.

Will New Pro-Democracy Rallies Draw More Than Usual Suspects?

Demonstrators said Tuesday they hope more people attend rallies to pressure the military regime into holding elections as promised next month.

Govt Quietly Halts Election Preparations Nationwide

BANGKOK — The interior affairs minister confirmed Tuesday a leaked memo instructing officials across the country to halt election preparations is genuine.

Election Must Come Before Coronation, Protest Leader Says

BANGKOK — Crowning King Vajiralongkorn is no justification for delaying general elections, a leading pro-democracy activist said Monday while announcing a protest to demand that the poll be held next month.

Coronation Could Affect February Elections: Wissanu

BANGKOK — The coronation scheduled in May might affect the election date in February, a deputy prime minister said Thursday.

Great Moments in Thai Lawmaking: Goodbye Parliament Edition

BANGKOK — As proof of how volatile Thai political history is, the House of Parliament building is shutting down today for good after 44 years as the seat of the kingdom’s democracy.

Don’t Assume Feb. 24 Will Be Election Day: Official

Feb. 24 is the date most are expecting long-delayed general elections to be held, but the Election Commission said Saturday that’s not certain.

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