Thailand ex-coup leader poll disappointment

Matubhum Party leader Sonthi Boonyaratglin on Sunday attributed his party’s poor performance to the sentiment in favour major parties. Sonthi. who led the 2006 coup when he was the Army chief, said he was disappointed at the balloting outcome. Based on unofficial vote count, Matubhum might not win any constituency seats in the South even […]

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Thai PM Abhisit concedes election defeat

Democrat Party leader Abhisit Vejjajiva conceded defeat and congratulated his rival Pheu Thai Party for its victory. Based on unofficial vote counted by 7.45 pm Sunday, Abhisit said it was clear Pheu Thai was the winning party. “I congratulate Pheu Thai for its chance to lead the next government and wish Yingluck Shinawatra every success […]

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