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The latest crackdowns against accused members of Chinese triads are not just cops routinely chasing after baddies. The much-reported case of Chaiyanat "Tuhao" Kornchayanant, an alleged leader of a Chinese crime syndicate who turned himself in to the police, shows these suspects are not small-time but are well-connected and powerful…

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PPRP, UTN 'like one party', says Prawit

Palang Pracharath leader Prawit Wongsuwon denied reports he was worried by the number of PPRP MPs considering defecting to the United Thai Nation (Ruam Thai Sang Chart) Party, saying the two were "like one party".

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UTN Party 'inspired' by PM's belief

The United Thai Nation Party is open to welcoming Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha as a new member, UTN leader Pirapan Salirathavibhaga said on Sunday, adding the party's name was inspired by Gen Prayut's belief in unity.

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PM has aces up his sleeve ahead of poll

With the Apec Summit over, the focus from now on is Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha and two issues. The first is when will he join a political party to contest the next election and the second is when will he dissolve the House of Representatives.

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PM tipped to advise UTN

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha is tipped to become the chief adviser of the United Thai Nation Party (UTN), also known as Ruam Thai Sang Chart, according to a party source.

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Prayut would 'give UTN a boost'

The United Thai Nation Party (UTN), also known as the Ruam Thai Sang Chart, is poised to do well in the next general election if Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha decides to join it, academics say.

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Geopolitical takeaways from SEA meets

Southeast Asia's summit season has come and gone with takeaways that concurrently eased geopolitical tensions and underlined risks that could lead to future global conflict. The three major summits -- the East Asia Summit (EAS) in Phnom Penh, the G20 in Bali, and the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) in Bangkok…

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Prayut considers party switch

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha said he is considering a move to join the newly-established United Thai Nation Party (UTN) or Ruam Thai Sang Chart.

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Thai PM Prayut Chan-o-cha mulls move to UTN

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha said he is considering a move to join the newly-established United Thai Nation Party (UTN) or Ruam Thai Sang Chart.

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Xi Jinping's 'unscripted' moments at G20, Apec

President Xi Jinping's unscripted moments during the summits in Southeast Asia last week offered rare insights into the country's most powerful leader in decades and reassurances about his post-pandemic diplomacy.

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PPRP may lose 'up to 40 MPs'

The ruling Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP) is being rocked by defections as about 40 MPs are expected to migrate to other parties, according to a party source.

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Prayut's future still under wraps after report of crucial meeting

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha's political future remained under wraps on Tuesday, with key members of the Sam Mitr faction of the Palang Pracharath party (PPRP) tight-lipped over the prospect of his joining the Ruam Thai Sang Chart party led by Pirapan Salirathavibhaga.

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Apec ends, MPs sharpen knives

With the Apec summit now over and the House of Representatives entering its final stretch, the political temperature is set to rise with a number of issues to be closely watched.

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Fraught with risk

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha has kept many guessing as to what party he wants to nominate him as prime ministerial candidate at the next general election, assuming he intends to seek re-election as premier in parliament.

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Saudi Arabia, Thailand Sign Several Agreements, Keen to Bolster Ties

Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, concluded on Saturday a visit to Thailand. An official statement underscored Riyadh and Bangkok’s keenness on bolstering bilateral, regional and international cooperation in all fields.

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Xi's maiden Thai visit yields 'positive dialogue'

Thailand and China have signed a number of agreements to strengthen cooperation in e-commerce, investment, science and technology.

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Prayut strengthens bilateral ties with prime ministers of NZ, Australia

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha says closer bilateral ties with New Zealand will emphasise promoting stronger tourism between the countries.

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Pirapan says Ruam Thai Sang Chart wants to enlist PM

Ruam Thai Sang Chart (RTSC) Party leader Pirapan Salirathavibhaga says he would welcome Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha into the party's fold, saying he is looking forward to discussing the matter with the premier as soon as their agendas clear.

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Thai silk fashion show at Apec wins applause

A Thai silk fashion show was applauded by Apec leaders as it exhibited the unique characteristics of Thai silk as conceived by designers from all 21 Apec member countries.

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Time for an Apec reckoning

After months of preparation and millions of baht spent, the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) summit kicked off on Friday in Bangkok amid increasing tensions at home and abroad.

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Saudi crown prince meets Prayut after diplomatic ties restored

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha met with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on Friday, signing agreements to expand diplomatic relations restored this year more than three decades after Saudi Arabia downgraded ties over a jewellery theft.

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Ukraine in focus at Apec

Most of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) leaders condemned the war in Ukraine while acknowledging that there are different views and assessments of the conflict.

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PPRP's break-up all part of the 'plan'

When all the Apec summit formalities are over, it's likely Prime Minister Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha will make the uncertainty about his political future clearer, particularly over whether he will cut links with the ruling Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP) and align with the Ruam Thai Sang Chart Party (RTSCP), recently set…

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Threats to peace dominate Asia-Pacific leaders' summit

Threats to peace and stability were dominating the agenda at a summit of Pacific Rim economies, as leaders warned that war and tensions among the big powers threaten to unravel the global order

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