BANGKOK: Thailand votes Sunday in an election that could see pro-democracy opposition parties oust the conservative military-backed government of Prime Minister Prayut Chan-O-Cha after almost a decade in power.
Voters are tipped to deliver a resounding defeat to ex-army chief and coup leader Prayut after a campaign that played out as a clash between a young generation yearning for change and the traditionalist, royalist establishment.The main opposition Pheu Thai party, fronted by the daughter of billionaire former premier Thaksin Shinawatra, was ahead in final opinion polls.
The demonstrations petered out as Covid-19 curbs were imposed and dozens of leaders were arrested, but their energy has fuelled growing support for the more radical opposition Move Forward Party .MFP leader Pita Limjaroenrat, 42, toured Bangkok streets in an open-top jeep Saturday, urging voters to 'give the younger generation the opportunity to govern.
Malaysia Latest News, Malaysia Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Thai candidates parade through Bangkok before Sunday votePrime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha faces an uphill battle to retain power in the May 14 general election, with opposition parties including Pheu Thai and Move Forward surging in popularity, according to opinion polls.
Read more »
Baguio media, artists slam 'censorship' in Session Road Sunday chalk art'There is social realist tradition in the arts precisely because art mirrors life and realities, and artists of Baguio are not excluded in these daily realities,' says Dap-ayan ti Kultura ti Kordilyera vice chairperson Luchie Maranan.
Read more »
Former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan released on bailPakistan's former prime minister, Imran Khan, has been granted bail by the Islamabad High Court, days after his dramatic arrest over corruption charges set off a deadly outpouring of anger against the country's military.
Read more »
LIVE UPDATES: Philippines vs Thailand – SEA Games 2023 women’s volleyball semisThe Philippine women's volleyball team faces a familiar daunting task of trying to dethrone 28-year defending SEA Games champion Thailand in its bid for a podium return. Tune in here for live updates! SEAGames32 Cambodia2023
Read more »
Fire hits residential area in Sta. Cruz, ManilaA fire broke out in a residential area in Sta. Cruz, Manila before dawn on Sunday.
Read more »