Tongue-tied: opposition comes under fire for being too coy
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Prime Minister Banharn Silpa-archa's Chart Thai Party is mired in controversy, but opposition politicians say that toppling his government would be difficult. Banharn's party coalition has 169 seats in parliament and the opposition parties have only a total of 161. The defection of one of Barnharn's coalitions would likely bring in another group wanting to join. Bangkok people do not favor Opposition Leader Chuan Leckpai's political style though he is supported in rural areas. The popular ministers in the Democratic Party government are technocrats.
Publication Name: Far Eastern Economic Review
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0014-7591
Year: 1996
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Anybody's man: Chavalit's power bid recalls old-style Thai politics
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The mounting political battle between Thailand's Prime Minister Banharn Silpa-archa and Defense Minister Chaovalit Yongchaiyudh highlights the nation's ambiguity over shedding military influence in the government. Chaovalit is courting favor with military leaders and corporate interests through patronage and government procurement, consistent with traditional military government practices. Banharn still holds some clout since he would be able to dissolve parliament before a no-confidence vote could be taken and wield power as minister of interior.
Publication Name: Far Eastern Economic Review
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0014-7591
Year: 1996
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Master strategist: former army chief could be next premier
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Thailand Minister of Defense and former army chief Chavalit Yongchaiyudh seems poised to be the country's next prime minister, if the cabinet reshuffle many expect comes soon. He heads the third-largest party in parliament and the second largest in the ruling coalition; he recently promoted allies into key army posts, strengthening his base of military support; and a visit to China has boosted his visibility. He supports democracy, though favoring strong central control and less political change.
Publication Name: Far Eastern Economic Review
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0014-7591
Year: 1995
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