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Thailand Opens Polls as Three Main Parties Battle for Control in Historic General Election
Thailand holds closely watched general election as three main parties - progressive reformers, military-backed conservatives, and populist forces - vie for control.
Polls have opened in Thailand as three main parties - progressive reformers, military-backed conservatives, and populist forces - compete for control in a closely watched general election. The outcome is expected to shape the country's future direction and impact its relations with neighboring countries. A strong turnout was recorded at polling stations, which opened at 8am local time. Voting will continue until midnight on Sunday.
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