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Pheu Thai Trails as Voters Seek Local Candidates

2/2/2026

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A survey shows Pheu Thai Party at 30.1% and trailing the reformist People's Party ahead of Thailand's February 8 general election.
Voters in Ubon Ratchathani province are prioritizing individual candidates over party loyalty.
Many former Pheu Thai supporters express disappointment over unmet promises, such as cash handouts.
Political parties are recruiting defectors to strengthen local ties.
91 lawmakers have changed parties, with Bhumjaithai Party gaining 64 defectors.

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Story summary

A survey shows Pheu Thai Party at 30.1% and trailing the reformist People's Party ahead of Thailand's February 8 general election.
Voters in Ubon Ratchathani province are prioritizing individual candidates over party loyalty.
Many former Pheu Thai supporters express disappointment over unmet promises, such as cash handouts.
Political parties are recruiting defectors to strengthen local ties.
91 lawmakers have changed parties, with Bhumjaithai Party gaining 64 defectors.