Thailand set for vote on new PM amid power vacuum
Summary
Thailand's parliament is set to vote for a new prime minister after a request to dissolve parliament was rejected by royal officials. The decision follows the removal of former Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, leading to a political power struggle. The vote is expected to take place with opposition figures and parties backing different candidates.Key Facts
- Thailand's parliament is voting for a new prime minister after a request to dissolve it was rejected.
- The ruling Pheu Thai Party's request was refused due to legal disputes about dissolving parliament.
- Former Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra was removed from office for ethics violations.
- The opposition People’s Party and Bhumjaithai Party are working together to form a government.
- Bhumjaithai leader Anutin Charnvirakul is expected to win the prime minister vote.
- Pheu Thai Party plans to nominate Chaikasem Nitisiri for the prime minister role.
- Anutin is known for legalizing cannabis in 2022.
- The Shinawatra family has faced several political and legal setbacks recently.
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