PoliticsThai PM embraces social media ahead of election, including criticism
Junta leader Prayuth makes exception to ban on political activity to raise popularity
Thailand's Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha launched a new Facebook page, as well as Twitter and Instagram accounts, in October. (Photo by Akira Kodaka)
MASAYUKI YUDA, Nikkei Staff Writer
October 26, 2018 12:20 JST
BANGKOK -- Thailand's Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha is exploring the social networking universe in what is seen as a move to get a head start in the popularity stakes before a long-awaited general election that is supposed to take place next year.