(Jan 12): The People’s Party, whose predecessor won Thailand’s last election, pledged to form a “government of change” as it set out sweeping reforms and plans to remedy the country’s ailing economy. The People’s Party is also seeking to galvanise Thailand’s lacklustre economic performance by pivoting toward manufacturing components for technologies like semiconductors as well as revitalising legacy industries. The party also seeks to plug “black holes” in the economy within its first 100 days in office to boost competitiveness. The People’s Party represents a major threat for the two camps, after its predecessor, Move Forward, won the last election in 2023. We have the right team and the right people, the policies and the plans ready for immediate action,” Natthaphong told supporters in capital Bangkok, the party’s electoral stronghold.

Source: The Edge Markets January 12, 2026 03:51 UTC