Travel advice Thailand adjusted due to upcoming elections
The Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs yesterday adjusted the travel advice for Thailand with a warning. The text reads: “Political rallies and demonstrations may take place in the run-up to the March 24, 2019 general election. These can be violent. Avoid political gatherings and demonstrations.”
Postponing the election will hurt the economy
Recently, “The Nation” reported that delaying free elections in Thailand could lead to investment delays and could harm the economy.
A majority of Thais do not think free elections will be held in Thailand in early 2019, according to a Suan Dusit Poll.
Chris de Boer and Tino Kuis wrote an article about a new political party, Future Forward, the New Future. The party held its first meeting, elected directors and the leaders spoke about the party program. The junta is not so happy.
There is increasing protest in Thailand against the military government. Prime Minister Prayut therefore emphasizes once again that elections will be held early next year. He said that in response to reports that anti-regime activists are planning a pro-election demonstration on Saturday.
A new spring, a new sound: the Future Forward Party
In March 2018, new parties were able to register for the upcoming elections, which may take place in February 2019. In this article, Tino Kuis and Chris de Boer discuss the game that has attracted the most attention so far. In Thai it is พรรค อนาคต ใหม่ phák ànaakhót mài , literally 'party future new', the New Future Party, called the 'Future Forward Party' in the English-language press, a - in our opinion - not a very happy translation.
Yingluck, 24 watches, a dead leopard and ghost arms.
Chris de Boer writes in his opinion piece about the fall of Yingluck, the junta that wanted to restore order, but also about the many mistakes of the current military government. But the flaws of this government are not new and it is questionable whether anything substantial will change in Thailand after the elections….
'I want to create a better future for our country'
Student activist Rangsiman Rome, a key figure in the newly formed People Who Want To Vote movement, has made a name for himself as a staunch critic of the junta.
Thai protest, despite ban, against postponement of elections
Members of the People Go Network (PGN) and other groups demonstrated in Bangkok yesterday against the postponement of the elections in Thailand. In Bangkok, the New Democracy Movement (NDM) organized a demonstration at the Bangkok Art and Culture Center and another group gathered at Lumpini Park to demonstrate.
EU urges Thailand to hold elections this year
The European Union wants the military regime to return quickly to democracy and deliver on its promise to hold elections in November.
Junta takes first step towards elections and lifts ban on politics
Prime Minister Prayut has announced that it will lift the ban on political activities. The measure stems from the roadmap to democracy. Prayut Chan-ocha announced yesterday that elections will be held in November 2018. In concrete terms, the decision means that political parties will be given the opportunity to prepare for the elections.
On 1 April 2017, the Electoral Act was changed, so that from now on you only have to register 'permanently' once. Once you are registered, you will automatically receive your postal vote certificate.
Prayut is considering staying on as prime minister
Prime Minister Prayut has not ruled out becoming the next prime minister after the election, but will only consider that if there are no other good candidates.
Referendum on constitution: elections postponed
The controversial new constitution will be tested by referendum. With this, the Reform Commission (NCPO) and the cabinet are responding to the wishes of the opposition and the people. The referendum will be held in January 2016. As a result, the elections are postponed for six months.
Test with internet voting for voters abroad
At the end of next year, a test will be held with voting via the internet for voters abroad. This happens during a simulated election that lasts several days.
News from Thailand – Saturday, April 25, 2015
A selection of today's most important Thai news, including:
– Pheu Thai does not want a postponement of the elections
– Business: elections important for Thailand's image
– THAI wants to be a safe airline
– Controversial Tiger Temple does not have to close after all
– Navy wants submarines, price tag: 36 billion baht
New constitution: Emergency parliament puts the socks in it
The emergency parliament (NLA) is putting in the socks. Yesterday, his recommendations for the new constitution were finalized. The most controversial proposal is the direct election of prime minister and cabinet by popular vote.