First day of Thai parliament marred by delays over Speaker vote
My extended summary of a tumoltous first day of parliament for CNA, marred by delays and attempts of delays. Also: an outlook of what's next.
Thai King officially opens parliament
Thai King Maha Vajiralongkorn has officially opened parliament in a short ceremony at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, reminding the newly elected and appointed lawmakers about their duties and responsibilities. Here's what will happen next.
Thai parliament set to officially open today
Thailand’s parliament is set to open again for the first time in five years this Friday. King Maha Vajiralongkorn will preside over the opening ceremony at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, while the upper and lower Houses will convene at a temporary location since the new parliament building is still under construction. This comes two months after the first democratic elections, as no one still can command a clear majority. I explain what will happen next.
Thai court accepts case against Future Forward Party leader
Thailand's Constitutional Court has accepted taking the case against the leader of the Future Forward Party, Thanathorn Juangroongruangkit. This follows a petition by the Election Commission, accusing him of illegally owning shares in a media company while running for office.
Thailand's Democrat Party chooses new leader
Jurin Laksanavisit, who served as acting leader of Thailand's Democrat Party, is now formally in charge of the party after winning an internal election on May 15. He takes over from former prime minister, Abhisit Vejjajiva
List of military appointed Senators revealed
The Thai Royal Gazette has published the names of the 250 senators that will comprise the next upper House. All of them were appointed by the current military government. Here's my take on the list and what it means for politics going forward
Constitutional Court Rules in Favor of Party-List Formula as EC is to announce results
The Constitutional Court has decided unilaterally that Art 128 of the Election Law does not contradict with Art 91 of the Constitution, allowing the Election Commission to go ahead with its formulation of the party-list MPs, expected to be announced later.
Election Commission announces official results for 349 seats; 150 seats left
Thailand's Election Commission on May 7 announced official results for 349 seats to be taken up by lawmakers in Parliament, following the March 24th general election. The results for the remaining 150 seats in the Lower House are expected to be announced on Wednesday.
Election Commission expected to announce results
Seven weeks after Thailand went to the polls for the first time since the 2014 military coup, the Election Commission is expected to announce the majority of the official results this week, starting with the constituencies today - but certainty about the next govt still cannot be expected. Here I explain why.
AS IT HAPPENED: Thai King Procession Through Bangkok
Here are all my live crosses on CNA from Sunday's procession of Thailand's newly crowned King Maha Vajiralongkorn
AS IT HAPPENED: Thai King Crowned in Elaborate Ceremony
Here are my all live crosses on CNA from Saturday's historic coronation ceremony of King Maha Vajiralongkorn.
Thailand Commemorates Royal Coronation with Collector's Items
A whole range of merchendise is being produced to commemorate the Royal Coronation of King Maha Vajiralongkorn. We browsed through the catalogue and spoke to some collectors.
Thai King Crowned in Elaborate Ceremony
“I will carry on, conserve and extend, as well as forever reign with righteousness for the benefits and happiness of the people,” those were the words of King Rama X’s first Royal Command after he was officially crowned in an elaborate ritual, kicking off a three day coronation ceremony.
Thailand prepares for once-in-a-lifetime Royal Coronation
Thailand is preparing for the Royal Coronation of King Maha Vajiralongkorn, as we look at the rituals and what we can expect.