Dissolution of Move Forward Party in Thailand
The progressive Move Forward Party in Thailand, which finished first in the general election, was dissolved by a court for proposing an amendment of a law against defaming the royal family. The party's executives were banned from political activity for 10 years, and a new party is set to be introduced by the former leader's supporters.
Key Points
- Move Forward Party dissolved for proposing amendment to royal defamation law.
- Party's executives banned from political activity for 10 years.
- Former leader looks forward to continuing as an active citizen.
- New party to be introduced by party members within 60 days.
Pros
- Attempt to keep the monarchy above politics and not exploited as a political tool.
Cons
- Violation of the constitution by proposing an amendment to the law against defaming the royal family.
- Ban on political activity for party executives for 10 years.