Pheu Thai Trying to Stay Alive and Relevant

Ahead of Thailand’s 8 February election, the Pheu Thai Party has regained momentum despite recent setbacks by nominating Dr. Yodchanan Wongsawat, a Shinawatra-linked academic whose candidacy has revived voter support. Polls place the party among the top three, highlighting the continued electoral power of the Shinawatra brand, which many supporters associate with pro-development governance. However, while Yodchanan’s profile has stabilized the party, Pheu Thai is criticized for lacking a new signature policy comparable to its landmark universal healthcare reforms, leaving its campaign heavily reliant on legacy and loyalty rather than fresh policy breakthroughs.

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