Dozens of New Parties Register For Next Election
BANGKOK — Dozens of new political parties had registered their names by noon Friday on the first day they could do so to signal their intention to contest the next general election.
Russians Offering US Election Secrets For American Protection Moved to Bangkok
BANGKOK — Ten foreign nationals facing deportation for allegedly offering a paid “sex training” course in Pattaya have had their visas formally revoked and are being held Thursday at Bangkok’s Immigration Detention Center.
Anti-Thaksin Yellowshirt Party to Be Revived With Anti-Corruption Mandate
BANGKOK — A defunct political party will be reconstituted to tackle corruption and push for reform, its leaders announced Thursday.
Billionaire Foe of Thai Old Guard to Lead Progressive Party
BANGKOK — Among the groups emerging to launch new political parties a day before registration opens is a Thai billionaire expected to lead political youngbloods in a high-stakes bid to offer an alternative to the status quo.
At Least 10 New Parties to Register Tomorrow: Election Official
BANGKOK — At least 10 groups will formally register as new political parties Friday, an official in charge of the procedures said today.
Junta Pans Protesters for Prayuth-Pinocchio Comparison
BANGKOK — A junta spokesman on Thursday urged pro-democracy activists to stop mocking regime leader Prayuth Chan-ocha with their Pinocchio masks.
Read Letter Offering Evidence of Russian Meddling Just Delivered to US Embassy
BANGKOK — An associate of a group of Russians offering information about meddling in the 2016 US election said Wednesday afternoon that he delivered a letter on their behalf to the American Embassy which promises “photo-video-audio” evidence of Russia’s activities.
Suthep Says He’s Done With Politics, Puts Kibosh on Rumors
BANGKOK — Suthep Thaugsuban has been a lot of things in recent years: Democrat MP, street protest leader, monk and, most recently, head of a charity. But there’s one career he said he would never take up again: politician.
Policeman Files Complaint Against Activist for Using Anecdote to Promote Book
BANGKOK — A police commissioner on Tuesday filed a complaint against a famous student activist for allegedly using a false anecdote about him to promote the sale of a book he translated.
Khaosod English Exclusive: Russians in Thai Jail Offer Secrets on Trump Election For US...
PATTAYA — A Russian woman in Thai custody says she will trade dirt on Russian interference in the 2016 US election if the Americans can prevent her from being deported to Russia.
