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Abhisit Vejjajiva Pushes for Coalition Amid Election Uncertainty

1/20/2026

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Abhisit Vejjajiva (Democrat Party) aims to be a key player in coalition talks after February 8 election.
The Democrat Party is projected fourth-largest and no party is expected to secure a majority.
He advocates 'clean politics' to curb corruption and cyber scams costing about 100 billion baht since 2022.
He conditions coalition support on excluding Klatham Party and could ally with Pheu Thai if it distances from Shinawatra.

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Story summary

Abhisit Vejjajiva (Democrat Party) aims to be a key player in coalition talks after February 8 election.
The Democrat Party is projected fourth-largest and no party is expected to secure a majority.
He advocates 'clean politics' to curb corruption and cyber scams costing about 100 billion baht since 2022.
He conditions coalition support on excluding Klatham Party and could ally with Pheu Thai if it distances from Shinawatra.