The Election Commission (EC) has sent a warning to political party executives to control party members' conduct during the 2026 election period. If corruption is found, severe penalties apply, including a 20-year ban from political activities.
At 08:30 on 5 February 2026 GMT+7 The Office of the Election Commission (EC) issued an announcement emphasizing that the party executive committees and political party management must perform their duties to supervise and oversee, preventing members or officeholders within the party from engaging in actions that could undermine the fairness or integrity of the election. Such actions are illegal, violating the constitution, laws, party regulations, as well as EC rules, announcements, and orders.
If the party executive committee fails to comply with these provisions, the entire committee shall be removed from their positions, and those removed are prohibited from holding any position within the party for a period of 20 years. Effective from the date of removal from office. . They are also prohibited from interfering or intervening in the party’s activities, and from participating in the selection of candidates for the House of Representatives or other positions, or in nominating individuals for political office.
The announcement further states that the EC aims for party members and officeholders to conduct political activities in accordance with relevant laws, regulations, and announcements, enabling political parties to function fully as strong political institutions. These institutions are essential for developing politics and governance under a constitutional monarchy, ensuring elections are conducted fairly, impartially, and legally.