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Thai election seen as two-horse race, with Pheu Thai as kingmaker

13 Sept 17:35Key points summarised by AI

The upcoming Thai general election is primarily a contest between the progressive People's Party and the conservative Bhumjaithai, with analysts predicting a close race.
Pheu Thai, though polling third, is expected to play a crucial "kingmaker" role, capable of forming coalitions with either leading party to establish a new government.
Analysts forecast Bhumjaithai to secure more constituency seats, while the People's Party is stronger in party-list votes, leading to various potential coalition outcomes.
The election also features a simultaneous referendum on drafting a new constitution, contributing to Thailand's most expensive national vote to date.

Today 01:34Key points summarised by AI

The remains of four Thai nationals, killed in a rocket attack in northern Israel on October 31, will be repatriated to Thailand tomorrow for funerals in their hometowns.
These fatalities bring the total number of Thai nationals killed in Israel since October last year to 50, with six still believed to be in captivity; both Thai and Israeli officials expressed condolences and commitments to preventing future tragedies.