The Latest Breaking News from Pita Limjaroenrat

Post-poll lull has a lot to answer for

After a clear election victory, Thailand should already have a new government in office by now with Pita Limjaroenrat as prime minister, as his Move Forward Party (MFP) together with opposition ally Pheu Thai Party won a clear mandate of more than 58% of 500 lower house seats. Yet their…

Bangkok Post · May 25, 2023

House speaker rift widens

A rift is widening between the Move Forward Party (MFP) and Pheu Thai as they jostle over who gets the role of House speaker.

Bangkok Post · May 25, 2023

Employers’ group wary of MFP wage policy

The Employers’ Confederation of Thai Trade and Industry (EconThai) on Thursday voiced apprehension over the possible impact on businesses of the Move Forward Party’s wage policy.

Bangkok Post · May 25, 2023

Activists seek to bring senators onside

Pro-democracy activists gathered in front of the Parliament building on Tuesday evening to send a strong message to 250 appointed senators not to vote against the massive electoral mandate delivered by the people.

Bangkok Post · May 23, 2023

Pita promises reasonable wage rise, capped power tariff

Move Forward leader Pita Limjaroenrat said on Tuesday a coalition government under his leadership would ensure a reasonable annual increase in the minimum wage without damage to industry and the economy.

Bangkok Post · May 23, 2023

Thailand Opposition Signs Coalition Agreement, Pledges To Restore Democracy

In a joint MOU, coalition leaders vow to draft a new constitution, pass a marriage equality act, and reform the police, military, and the justice process.

The News Lens · May 23, 2023

Thailand’s Move Forward Party, allies agree on coalition platform

Eight-party coalition announces ambitious plans for reform, but makes no mention of a divisive royal insult law.

Al Jazeera · May 23, 2023

Coalition parties sign agreement

Leaders of eight parties have signed a memorandum of understanding as they step closer to forming a new coalition government on Monday.

Bangkok Post · May 23, 2023

Coalition hopefuls unveil pact

The Move Forward Party (MFP) has given assurances that its government's policies will not harm this country's constitutional monarchy.

Bangkok Post · May 22, 2023

Coalition hopefuls seal deal to pursue major reforms but maintain monarchy

The Move Forward Party (MFP) and its seven coalition allies have signed a deal that lays out an ambitious reform agenda while committing to maintain the constitutional monarchy.

Bangkok Post · May 22, 2023