On the 8th of this month, Thailand began voting for its House of Representatives elections amid a tightly contested race between Prime Minister Anutin's ruling conservative party, the 'Bhumjaithai Party', and the reformist opposition, 'Move Forward Party'. Both parties are projected to fall short of an outright majority, leading to the likelihood of coalition negotiations as various smaller parties also seek to influence the formation of the next government. Prime Minister Anutin highlighted nationalistic sentiments during a campaign rally in Bangkok on June 6, emphasizing security issues concerning border disputes with Cambodia. These tensions escalated last summer, resulting in over 140 casualties and ongoing border closures. Anutin positions his party as fortifying national sovereignty, aiming to build on their previous election performance and capitalize on the electorate's patriotism. Conversely, the Move Forward Party has garnered support from younger voters disillusioned by the military and bureaucratic dominance in politics. The party is advocating for reforms favoring social welfare and political change beneficial to the youth. Despite initially leading in approval ratings, the Move Forward Party has seen a stagnation in support, facing competition from the Bhumjaithai Party's hardline stance on the Cambodia border issue. The implications of coalition negotiations following the election could significantly shape Thailand's political landscape and the prospects for reform.