Election Commission Counters Abhisit, Confirms Referendum Ballot Security with Strict Anti-Forgery Measures

On February 21, 2026, the Election Commission (EC) released a document responding to Abhisit Vejjajiva, leader of the Democrat Party and prime minister candidate, who claimed referendum ballots were unsafe. The EC strongly refuted these claims, explaining that the ballots include special codes, marks, and additional security features to prevent forgery, in line with EC referendum regulations. The commission emphasized that the referendum ballot is a critical tool for direct and secret voting, reflecting the will of voters, and confirmed their commitment to ensuring a fair, transparent, and legally compliant voting process.