A Former conservative Prime Minister has re-entered politics in Thailand.

Former Thai Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva has re‑entered frontline politics, energizing the struggling Democrat Party ahead of the February 8 general election. His return has rekindled voter enthusiasm, especially among conservatives frustrated by limited political choices. Although unlikely to become prime minister according to recent surveys, analysts say Abhisit’s presence strengthens the party after years of decline. As a former leader, he remains a polarizing figure due to the 2010 protest crackdown, though Thai courts dismissed all related criminal cases.

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