Varuth HirunyathebThe 2026 election has redrawn Thailand's political landscape, as Bhumjaithai secured a commanding 194 seats, up 123 from 2023. People's PartyThe People's Party fell short of expectations after pre-election polls widely predicted a first-place finish. For the People's Party, the results suggest the party may have already passed its political peak, leaving its future prospects contingent on how convincingly it recalibrates its strategy and rebuilds momentum. Pheu Thai PartyThe election also proved deeply disappointing for Pheu Thai, which lost 65 seats compared with 2023. Thai political history offers numerous examples of similar parties that rose rapidly through defections, only to fade in subsequent elections.

Source: Bangkok Post February 09, 2026 22:16 UTC