After Thailand’s election: Deal-making and coalition-building | CNA Correspondent

0 February 12, 2026 23:30

Thailand’s recently concluded election delivered a decisive lead for Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul’s Bhumjaithai Party, setting the stage for intense coalition bargaining in the weeks ahead. With voters expressing fatigue and exasperation after years of political instability, will this new government be the change that Thailand seeks? Genevieve Woo speaks with CNA Correspondent Saksith Saiyasombut and Senior Correspondent Leong Wai Kit to parse through the fine print of Thai politics.

Highlights:
00:09 Snap election shock twist
01:25 Blue wave stops orange rush
02:43 Surprise drop in voter turnout
04:16 Voters want political stability
04:57 Exasperation over instability, economy
09:29 Anutin’s gamble pays off
03:17 Coalition backlash hits People’s Party
21:45 60% back new constitution
24:24 People’s Party sweeps Bangkok

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