Dems to review strategy as poll results 'below target'Democrat Party leader Abhisit Vejjajiva (in white shirt) and key party figures including party secretary-general Chaiwut Bannawat, centre, hold a press conference after the general election Sunday evening. Pornprom SatrabhayaThe Democrat Party is preparing to overhaul its strategy and internal operations, said party secretary-general Chaiwut Bannawat, after unofficial results showed the party is poised to win just 22 seats in the House of Representatives — slightly below its target. Mr Chaiwut noted in several constituencies in the South, Democrat candidates came close to winning the race. He admitted the Democrat Party began preparations relatively late and had limited time to campaign, making it difficult to catch up in the province. Mr Chaiwut said the party’s executive committee will meet on Feb 11 to review the party's performance in the election, analyse strengths and weaknesses, and consider structural adjustments.

Source: Bangkok Post February 09, 2026 15:13 UTC