Thailand Elects New PM: Anutin Charnvirakul Takes the Helm
Anutin Charnvirakul has been elected Thailand’s new prime minister in this week’s Asia News Wrap, marking a fresh chapter in Thai politics.
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Anutin Charnvirakul has been elected Thailand’s new prime minister in this week’s Asia News Wrap, marking a fresh chapter in Thai politics.
Thai MPs will vote for a new prime minister on Friday after royal officials blocked a bid to dissolve parliament, ending a political standoff.
Thailand’s cabinet named Deputy PM Phumtham Wechayachai as acting prime minister after a court ruling. Parliament will reconvene in early September to vote on a new leader.
Thailand’s Constitutional Court removed PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra over a leaked phone call with Hun Sen. Here’s a quick look at the next steps in the political process.
Thailand’s Bhumjaithai party is in coalition talks, agreeing to key demands on constitutional reform, border peace and a swift parliament reset.
China’s FM Wang Yi urged Cambodia and Thailand to renew friendship and trust at the Lancang-Mekong Cooperation meeting, highlighting peace, stability, and deeper regional ties.
Chinese FM Wang Yi backs Thailand-Cambodia dialogue to rebuild trust, offering support and reinforcing ASEAN cooperation at the Mekong–Lancang meeting.
An express train derailed in Prachuap Khiri Khan, Thailand on Saturday, injuring 10 passengers. Authorities are investigating the cause and urging travelers to stay updated.
Thailand and Cambodia have struck a historic ceasefire pact with ASEAN observers stepping in to monitor the border, marking a fresh chance for peace.
ASEAN observers inspect the Cambodia-Thailand border post-ceasefire to monitor peace and stability in the region.