Military reform was a central issue in Thailand's 2023 general election, with the People's Party emerging at the most prominent advocate of change. In 2026, however, the border conflict between Thailand and Cambodia has fueled an unprecedented surge of nationalism, raising questions whether reform remains possible. This first instalment of three-part series on the military reform examines one foundational question: can the Thai military realistically be downsized?

During the no-confidence debate yesterday (24 March), People’s Party MP Wiroj Lakkhanaadisorn accused Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra of tax fraud, alleging that she did not pay taxes when receiving shares from members of her family.

Move Forward Party’s Wiroj Lakkhanaadisorn, a party-list MP designate, has exposed a so-called ‘Easy Pass sticker’ scam involving trucks, and urges an end to this form of bribery.