General election

Members of the public are flagging irregularities in the vote count on social media

The Bhumjaithai Party’s victory could improve political stability, boosting foreign inflows and the country’s economy

Thai people also participated in a referendum on whether to amend the 2017 constitution, with more than 60% agreeing with the change

No political party is expected to win a majority, which means a coalition government is inevitable

She hopes for a boost to the razor-thin majority she currently holds in the lower house

She wants mandate for spending plans, defence build-up

It may give her a chance to capitalise on the strong public approval ratings she has enjoyed since taking office in October

Analysts and diplomats say forming a stable administration in the South-east Asian nation is unlikely due to the civil war

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