Breakdown: Party readiness and economic policies
The House of Representatives was dissolved on Monday, paving way for the next general election on May 14.
In terms of campaign readiness, four out of 87 competing parties have set up offices and fielded MP candidates for all 77 provinces. This includes the main opposition Pheu Thai Party, the ruling pro-military Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP), the long-established Democrat Party, and the possible kingmaker Bhumjaithai Party.