It has been noted that the main opposition Move Forward Party (MFP) has taken an empathetic approach to the ruling Pheu Thai Party of late, leading to accusations the antagonism between them may have been staged.
The next round of voting in the Senate election will show that there are several individuals who were hired to take part in the process simply to vote for candidates backed by certain political parties or interest groups, according to caretaker senator Somchai Swangkarn.
The Senate race kicks off on Sunday in 928 districts nationwide amid concerns the new election system may not deliver the Upper House intended by charter drafters.
With its complex rules and unclear regulations, the Senate election is predicted to induce a major headache. Yet, the conundrum surrounding it is far beyond any expectations.
The Election Commission (EC) is expected to offer clarity on Friday about the ramifications of a Constitutional Court decision on Wednesday to hear a petition seeking its ruling on whether four controversial provisions in the organic law governing the Senate election breach the charter.