BANGKOK, Dec 21 – Democrat Party has decided to boycott the general election set for February 2, saying it has considered it thoroughly and would be ready to contest only after the countrywide political reform has been completed.

Democrat Party leader Abhisit Vejjajiva has told a press briefing after a meeting of the executive board of directors and former MPs that the party has resolved not to participate in the February 2 general election.

News source: MCOT