Thai election authority seeks to disband Move Forward Party

Body claims popular opposition party sought to overthrow constitutional monarchy

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Pita Limjaroenrat led the progressive Move Forward Party, now facing dissolution, to a surprise victory in the May 2023 election. (Photo by Ken Kobayashi)

FRANCESCA REGALADO, Nikkei staff writer

BANGKOK -- The Election Commission of Thailand said Tuesday it is seeking to dissolve the Move Forward Party, with members unanimously agreeing to petition the Constitutional Court to disband the largest opposition group in parliament.

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