Disqualified reformist Pita sees long-term change in Thailand

Promising to be 'constructive', Pita said his efforts would be on presenting an 'alternative Thailand' on issues from climate change to an ageing society to digital disruption. - AFP

WASHINGTON (AFP): Young Thai reformist Pita Limjaroenrat, who led his party to the most votes in elections but was blocked from office, voiced hope Monday (Oct 30) for long-term changes even if his own political fate is uncertain.

Pita's Move Forward Party triumphed in May elections, backed by young and urban Thais disenchanted by a near-decade of rule by military-linked parties.