Young voters poised to reshape politicsListen to this articleA student activist flashes the three-finger anti-dictatorship salute during a rally, in this file photo taken on Aug 14. Although first-time voters account for just 4.5% of the country's 53.2 million eligible voters, their participation carries strong symbolic weight and could prove consequential for Thailand's democratic development. From my observations and interviews with first-time voters, this generation differs markedly from its predecessors. These politicians clearly recognise that young voters represent a crucial constituency that could help propel them into parliament. Beyond the numbers, however, the result will show how first-time voters are beginning to shape Thailand's democratic journey.

Source: Bangkok Post January 30, 2026 23:23 UTC