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Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra Receives Royal Pardon, Confirms Attorney

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Bangkok, Thailand – Thailand’s former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra has received a royal pardon, marking a notable turn in the nation’s turbulent political landscape. This development, confirmed by Thaksin’s lawyer, brings to a close a significant chapter in Thai politics that has seen divisions and dramatic power shifts for over a decade. Thaksin, a divisive figure in Thailand, has been living in self-imposed exile to avoid a prison sentence following a corruption conviction, which many of his supporters argue was politically motivated. The pardon, granted by King Maha Vajiralongkorn, paves the way for Thaksin’s potential … Read more

Thai Prime Minister Removed from Office After Hiring Convicted Lawyer for Cabinet Position

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Bangkok, Thailand — Thailand’s Prime Minister has been removed from office in a startling development sparked by the appointment of a controversial figure to his cabinet. The sacked minister was found to have selected a lawyer with a criminal record, fueling widespread debates about ethics and legal standards within Thai politics. The decision to terminate the Prime Minister came swiftly after it was revealed that the legal advisor in question had been previously convicted. This breach of trust has not only cost the Prime Minister his position but has also plunged the government into a … Read more

Legal Turmoil Erupts for Thai Election Victors as Lawyer Files Dissolution Petition

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BANGKOK, Thailand – The winners of Thailand’s recent elections were dealt another blow as a lawyer filed a motion for the dissolution of their political party. This legal action further undermines the legitimacy of the party’s election victory. The lawyer’s complaint alleges irregularities in the party’s campaign finances, which could potentially lead to the party being dissolved by the country’s Constitutional Court. The lawyer’s bid for the dissolution of the winning party comes after months of political turbulence in Thailand. The country held its first general elections since a military coup in 2014, which had … Read more