The Pheu Thai Party’s possible coalition with old conservative adversaries may indicate that Thailand’s politics are entering a new phase, writes Patrick Jory (University of Queensland).
Pita Limjaroenrat is 42 and leads the reformist Move Forward Party. The businessman s party captured 151 of the 500 House seats and has assembled a coalition government-in-waiting. However, the election is not heading towards a smooth climax. What is happening in Bangkok amidst the election frenzies? Here is the story so far., World News, Times Now
Last week’s announcement may be an attempt to preempt the military reforms promised by the progressive Move Forward Party following its election victory.
Assembling a parliamentary majority, avoiding electoral convictions and evading a possible coup are challenges Pita must survive before assuming prime ministership writes Jacob Ricks (SMU).