Jun 19, 2024
Progressive Movement's Campaign to Reshape Thailand's Political Landscape Faltering
Progressive Movement's campaign to secure one-third of Senate seats and amend the junta-drafted 2017 Constitution is struggling as the district-level election fell short of expectations. Only 3,000 candidates will vote to elect 200 senators and 100 reserves on June 26. While some pro-democracy figures from Bangkok advanced, most candidates from the provinces are relatively unknown and lack political experience. Notable political figures have emerged, with ties to the ruling Pheu Thai Party, and controversial figures are also in the mix.