Thailand Can Expect Less Interest From President Trump, Academics Say
BANGKOK — The United States under President-elect Donald Trump will likely pay less attention to human rights and the restoration of democracy in Thailand, relieving pressure on its military regime, two political scientists said Wednesday.
Generals Can Grow Out of Interventionism, Military Expert Says
BANGKOK — Corruption has replaced communism as the new excuse for authoritarianism, but a changing world means it’s no longer possible for the junta of today to emulate the dictators of the past, according to a political science professor and military expert.
New Constitution Submitted for Royal Endorsement
BANGKOK — Thailand’s new constitution has been or will be submitted to the palace for formal approval, an official announced Wednesday, despite the ongoing lack of a presiding monarch.
Thai Gov’t: Trump Presidency Won’t Affect Longstanding Ties
BANGKOK — Relations between Thailand and a new American administration under President Elect Donald Trump will continue as usual, Minister of Foreign Affairs Don Pramudwinai said Wednesday.
Confidence Gives Way to Dread at Bangkok Election Party
BANGKOK — They came expecting to put the whole mess behind them. But a world away, it was the Sunshine State that first planted doubts in the early morning optimism at a Bangkok barbecue joint where progressives gathered to watch U.S. election results Wednesday morning.
Bangkok-Born Duckworth Wins Illinois Senate Seat
CHICAGO — Democratic U.S. Rep. Tammy Duckworth unseated Republican U.S. Sen. Mark Kirk on Tuesday, delivering a win that her party is banking on as it attempts to retake control of the Senate and becoming the second woman to represent Illinois in the chamber.
Royal Anthem Fever Flies Sky High, Hits Sour Note
BANGKOK — A famed conductor was semi-apologetic for leading a sing-along of the royal anthem Tuesday on a Nok Air flight to the annoyance of some passengers and crew but said his intentions were good – and he’d gladly do it again.
Opposition Predicts Tough Year for Human Rights
BANGKOK — Critics and opponents of the military regime agree it will be more difficult to make any moves during the 11 months of mourning to come but differ on how far the junta will go to keep its opponents in line.
US Expats Mail Votes, Bite Nails, Scream At Each Other
BANGKOK — As American expats send absentee ballots and cross their fingers for their candidate to win, two partisans weigh in on the leading two candidates while a third explains why he’s voting for neither.
Yingluck Sells Rice at Bangkok Mall as Prices Fall
BANGKOK — Former Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra set up a booth Saturday selling rice from farmers in a bid to help them face falling prices as the military junta keeps a close watch.
