Last Tuesday, Piyabutr Saengkanokkul, secretary‑general of the Progressive Movement, used a Facebook post to announce that he had “relieved himself of all obligations” to the People’s Party after its heavy defeat in the Feb 8 general election. That picture, intended or not, undermines the People’s Party within the political realm. Regardless of political allegiance, it has to be acknowledged that what the People’s Party purports to represent serves an important role in the health of Thailand’s democracy. People’s Party rallies ahead of the 8 Feb general election. As this representative, Piyabutr’s public expression of disillusionment allows for criticism of reform and transition in Thailand to meet its mark.

Source: Bangkok Post March 07, 2026 02:58 UTC