Thai opposition Move Forward gains ground as election nears

Anti-military policies bring party near top opposition Pheu Thai in polls

20230507 Move Forward Pita and Pheu Thai Paetorgtarn

Move Forward leader Pita Limjaroenrat, left, and Pheu Thai's Paetongtarn Shinawatra. Cooperation between their two parties appears critical to a change of government in Thailand. (Photos by Ken Kobayashi)

KOSUKE INOUE, Nikkei staff writer

BANGKOK -- Thailand's pro-democracy opposition Move Forward Party is gaining momentum ahead of the May 14 general election, as its clear stance against pro-military forces draws support from voters who want to see the country democratized.

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