Thailand's Path to Polls: Elections and Referendums on the Horizon

Thailand is expected to hold its general election on March 29, following discussions between Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and the Election Commission. A new constitution and border demarcation referendums may coincide with the election. The budget for these events is set at 9 billion baht.

A senior government official in Thailand revealed that March 29 is the likely date for a general election. This follows discussions between Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and the Election Commission, with plans to dissolve parliament by the end of January and hold elections in March or early April.

According to Paradorn Prissananantakul, a minister attached to the prime minister's office, the government and the Election Commission have been coordinating to determine the election timeframe. Alongside the general election, referendums on a new constitution and border agreements with Cambodia are expected.

Ittiporn Boonpracong, the Election Commission chairman, indicated the details will soon be finalized. The budget for these political events is estimated at 9 billion baht, with 53 million eligible voters. Anutin, Thailand’s prime minister since September, is fulfilling conditions for People's Party support by calling for elections and constitutional reform.