Thailand's 2022 democracy index is the best performing in the world

Thailand's democracy index in 2022 is the fastest growing of all countries, according to the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU).

L'Economist Intelligence Unit is a British company owned by The Economist Group that provides countries, industries and businesses with global analysis.

The 2022 report shows that Thailand has moved up 17 places on the global scale, ranking 55 out of 167 countries, with a score of 6.67 out of 10.

The Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) released the EIU's Global Democracy Index rankings on 2 February.

This is a significant improvement for the country from its 72nd place in 2021.

The democracy index takes into account five aspects, including the electoral process and pluralism, the functioning of government, political participation, democratic political culture and civil liberties.

According to the EIU, the improvement of democracy in Thailand can be attributed to a greater participation of opposition parties in the country's political landscape and a decrease in separatist movements.

Thais are also becoming more politically active, as evidenced by the many demonstrations around the country.

The EIU concludes that the upcoming elections, to be held in May this year, will result in a reduction in the power of the current government and an increase in the strength of opposition parties.

However, the next Prime Minister will have to be accepted by the military, which still holds power in Thailand's current democratic system.

In conclusion, the EIU report states:

"The improvement in Thailand's democracy index is a positive sign for the country's political future.

It highlights the growing political participation of Thai residents and the potential for a more democratic future.

However, the new Prime Minister may have to be accepted by the Thai military, as it still plays a role in the current democratic system.

Norway had the best democracy index with a score of 9.81, followed by New Zealand, Iceland, Sweden and Finland.

As indicated in the report, 28 Asian countries are included in the ranking.

The democracy index of nine countries improved, seven countries remained at the same level as last year, and 12 countries declined compared to last year's report.

The EIU adds in the report that Russia has the worst democratic development in the world, with its rank falling from 124 last year to 146 this year.

Thailand has a long and complex history with democracy, marked by periods of democratic rule and military coups.

Thailand's first constitution was established in 1932 as a constitutional monarchy, following a successful revolution that ended the absolute monarchy in the country.

Source: The Thaiger