Thai PM embraces social media ahead of election, including criticism

Junta leader Prayuth makes exception to ban on political activity to raise popularity

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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

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.

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