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Thailand elections: Three major parties in close contest as votes counted

Updated on: 09 February,2026 10:06 AM IST  |  Bangkok
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Vote counting is underway in Thailand following an early general election dominated by a close three-way race. With 53 million voters and concerns over economic slowdown and nationalism, the People’s Party, Bhumjaithai and Pheu Thai remain the key contenders

Thailand elections: Three major parties in close contest as votes counted

Election was held on Feb 8. PIC/AFP

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Vote counting was underway in Thailand’s early general election on Sunday, seen as a three-way. The battle for support from 53 million registered voters comes against a backdrop of slow economic growth and heightened nationalist sentiment.

While more than 50 parties are contesting the polls, only three - the People’s Party, Bhumjaithai, and Pheu Thai — have the nationwide organisation and popularity to gain a winning mandate.


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