Progressive Thai Opposition Struggles to Form Government Despite Election Win
- Move Forward Party aims to lead a coalition government after winning the most seats in Thailand's general election.
- The party gained support from youth voters and campaigned on reforming powerful institutions like the monarchy and military.
- However, Move Forward needs support from rival parties and the Senate to elect their leader Pita Limjaroenrat as prime minister.
- Tensions have emerged between Move Forward and Pheu Thai, their main coalition partner, over who should be the new House speaker.
- Legal challenges and accusations against Move Forward's leader could also obstruct their path to power.