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Story summary
- Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul pledged to protect the monarchy at a Bangkok rally on January 30 ahead of the February 8 election.
- The Bhumjaithai Party, historically aligned with the military, aims to win up to 150 seats, up from 71 in 2023.
- Analysts say consolidation of local political families strengthens the party.
- Anutin's focus on national security resonates amid Thai-Cambodian border tensions, aligning him with the conservative establishment.
