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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.
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