Democrats rule out early talksListen to this articleDemocrat Party leader and prime ministerial candidate Abhisit Vejjajiva smiles during a campaign visit to Saengthip Market in Bangkok's Watthana district on Wednesday. On the Election Commission's decision to disqualify 28 election candidates for failing to meet qualifications, he said such rulings were normal under the law and should not affect the overall election. If a disqualification involves failure to vote in previous elections, Democrat candidates must provide an explanation, he said. He said no talks had yet been held with leaders of other political parties about forming a coalition, as all sides were focused on campaigning. However, he said the Democrats had come under repeated attacks in the South from Piphat Ratchakitprakarn of the Bhumjaithai Party.

Source: Bangkok Post February 04, 2026 23:03 UTC