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Thai Leader Thaksin’s Early Exit Stuns Political Scene

June 4, 2026

Thailand’s political world got a surprise this week when former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra learned he won’t finish his remaining jail time. After months of legal back-and-forth, King Maha Vajiralongkorn approved royal pardons for prisoners—including Thaksin—marking Queen Suthida’s birthday. J

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Thailand's Political Chess Game: Anutin Steps Up for PM Role

December 24, 2025

Thailand's political scene is heating up as Anutin Charnvirakul, the current caretaker leader, is set to run for prime minister in the upcoming February elections. His party, Bhumjaithai, has thrown their support behind him, hoping to ride a wave of national pride sparked by recent border tensions w

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Thai PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra's Lavish Assets: A Closer Look

January 4, 2025

Thailand's new Prime Minister, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, has just declared a whopping £324 million in assets. This includes a jaw-dropping collection of 217 designer handbags and 75 luxury watches. She made these declarations to the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC), which is standard for tho