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EXPLAINED: Prayut | Vintage Vibes

The Move Forward Party (MFP) MPs delivered well-prepared performances in the two-day general debate, especially during the grilling of the government over shady businesses operated by Chinese triads, according to academics.

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Nate has another go

Former deputy attorney-general Nate Naksuk's decision to apply for the position of anti-corruption commissioner has caused a stir, again. According to media reports, Nate was among three candidates seeking the graft-busting job.

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Rolling with the punches

This year has been packed with events that highlighted both progress and setbacks — unavoidable realities in the world of business. The year posed challenges for the government and businesses seeking new opportunities post-pandemic, sparked hope among car makers that are anticipating growth of the electric vehicle industry in Thailand,…

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Thai-Saudi relations restored

After 32 years of strained relations, Thailand and Saudi Arabia agreed in January this year to fully restore diplomatic relations, opening a new chapter in their relations and creating opportunities for bilateral cooperation and development between the two kingdoms.

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RTN takes flak over lost ship

The Royal Thai Navy (RTN) has come under fire over the sinking of its warship as a House committee on military affairs prepares to grill Prime Minister and Defence Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha over the matter next week.

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Mingkwan tipped to be PPRP's prime minister pick

Mingkwan Sangsuwan, former leader of the New Economics Party (NEP), who officially joined the ruling Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP) on Tuesday, is expected to be named one of its prime ministerial candidates.

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Partially understood

Re: "PM heads to Laos for bridge opening", (BP, Oct 28), and "Prayut mulls more bridges with Laos", (BP, Oct 29).

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Same wavelength

Re: "Transistor radio sales soar after PM's comment", (Online, Oct 5).

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Bangkok girds for more heavy rain

The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has asked private company employees to work from home to avoid traffic congestion as heavy rain is forecast across the capital from Wednesday until Friday.

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Anger after Thai court rules 2014 coup leader can carry on as PM

Threats of mass protests after former general Prayuth Chan-ocha judged not to have exceeded term limit

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Court suspends Thailand’s PM Prayuth pending term limit review

Opponents say Thai Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha has reached his constitutional term limit and must step down.

Al Jazeera

Time to strategise Thai-Philippine ties

Newly elected Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr met with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Don Pramudwinai soon after being sworn in. It was his first meeting with a dignitary from Asean though he had earlier met with representatives from the US, China and Japan. Suddenly, the old flame of…

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Thamanat gathers his forces

Former Setthakij Thai secretary-general, Captain Thamanat Prompow, says he has the support of more than 40 MPs from various parties who will play a crucial role in an upcoming no-confidence debate.

Bangkok Post

Economy needs clear pathway: Somkid

A leader must have a clear vision to bring Thailand out of its economic crisis, said former deputy prime minister Somkid Jatusripitak at a public lecture on Sunday, his first since his exit from the Prayut administration in July 2020.

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