Constitutional monarchy

Thai King Takes Control of Five Palace Agencies

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Thailand’s new king was granted control on Tuesday over five state agencies that oversee royal affairs and security, the latest move by an increasingly assertive monarch to consolidate power. The law detailing the transfers was not made public until it was published late Monday in the Royal Gazette, meaning lawmakers had voted on the bill … Read more

Thailand’s New Constitution

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Thailand’s new King Maha Vajiralongkorn is expected to sign off on Thursday on the country’s latest constitution, a document drafted by the military following their takeover three years ago. What do we know about the charter and will it solve the country’s deep-seated political rifts? – We’ve been here before, haven’t we? – Yes. Since … Read more