Thais abroad register in record numbers for overseas voting

Thais abroad register in record numbers for overseas voting

The number of Thais living abroad who have registered to vote in the Feb 8 general election and referendum has surged to 139,535, an increase of 21.1% from 2023, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Overseas voter registration jumps 21% as Thais abroad gear up for February election

Thai nationals living overseas register to vote at embassies and consulates worldwide, with nearly 140,000 signing up for overseas voting and a simultaneous national referendum ahead of Thailand’s February election. BANGKOK, Thailand – Registration for Thailand’s overseas voting has surged by more than 21% compared to the previous election, with nearly 140,000 Thais living abroad signing up to cast their ballots, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs …