Thai PM dissolves parliament to 'return power to people'
Summary
Thailand's Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul dissolved parliament and scheduled a general election within 45 to 60 days. The decision comes after clashes on the Thai-Cambodian border and internal political challenges. Anutin's minority government faced criticism and lost the support of a major party, prompting a call for new elections.Key Facts
- Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul dissolved parliament to hold a general election in 45 to 60 days.
- A royal decree announced this after border clashes with Cambodia and other political challenges.
- Anutin, Thailand's third prime minister since August 2023, faced an upcoming vote of no confidence.
- Anutin's government was criticized for handling severe flooding in southern Thailand, killing 176 people.
- Fights with Cambodia have killed 20 people and displaced hundreds of thousands.
- Anutin lost the backing of the People's Party, the largest party in parliament.
- The People's Party had supported Anutin conditionally, requiring reforms and a parliament dissolution.
- Two previous Thai prime ministers were dismissed by the courts for ethics violations.
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