Polls open in Thailand with three main parties vying for power
Summary
In Thailand, polling stations have opened for a general election with three main parties competing for control. The election involves 500 parliamentary seats, and no party is expected to win a clear majority, making coalition talks likely. A referendum is also being held on whether to replace the military-drafted constitution from 2017.Key Facts
- Voting in Thailand's general election began at 8am local time and ends at 5pm.
- More than 2.2 million people voted early in the election period starting February 1.
- The election involves 53 million registered voters in Thailand.
- Three main parties are competing: the People's Party, Bhumjaithai, and Pheu Thai.
- The People's Party aims to reduce military and judicial influence, while Bhumjaithai represents royalist-military views.
- Pheu Thai is linked to Thaksin Shinawatra and focuses on economic promises and populism.
- A referendum is also being held to decide if the current constitution should be replaced.
- Coalition negotiations are expected since no party is likely to win a majority of the 500 seats.
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