Wason Wanichakorn/AP August 23, 2023 In one chaotic day, Thailand sees one PM elected, one ex-PM sent to jail. Where does the country go from here? Adam Simpson, University of South Australia The country may very well be entering yet another tumultuous political era.
NARONG SANGNAK/EPA May 15, 2023 Thailand is on the verge of a new democratic spring, but significant obstacles could stand in the way Greg Raymond, Australian National University The two leading progressive parties must now form a coalition government – a task that could be complicated by the military-aligned parties.
Ruamkatanyu Foundation/AP/AAP October 7, 2022 Tragic Thai massacre raises issues of mental health, drug use and gun control ahead of next year’s election Greg Raymond, Australian National University Lone gunman incidents have been very rare in Thailand’s history.
AAP/AP/Kydpl Kyodo November 25, 2020 Thailand at a critical juncture with pro-democracy protesters again set to clash with police Gavan Butler, University of Sydney The violent protests that have shaken the Thai capital are set to continue with the (mostly young) protesters taking their demands to the king’s door.