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Thailand Dissolves Parliament, Sets Snap Election Within 45–60 Days

The decree cites a minority government unable to govern during a worsening border conflict.

Des habitants déplacés dans un centre d'hébergement de la province de Surin, le 11 décembre 2025 en Thaïlande, lors d'affrontements à la frontière avec le Cambodge
Des habitants déplacés dans un centre d'hébergement de la province de Surin, le 12 décembre 2025 en Thaïlande lors d'affrontements à la frontière avec le Cambodge
Le nouveau Premier ministre thaïlandais Anutin Charnvirakul, le 7 septembre 2025 à Bangkok

Overview

  • The Royal Gazette published the order dissolving the House of Representatives and requiring a new vote within 45–60 days, likely by early February.
  • Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul remains in a caretaker role after taking office in September following Paetongtarn Shinawatra’s removal.
  • The government said its minority status and mounting domestic challenges necessitated dissolution as cross-border fighting with Cambodia continues into a sixth day.
  • At least 20 people have been killed and hundreds of thousands displaced, with many sheltering in tents, concrete bunkers, and emergency centers in Thailand.
  • Thailand and Cambodia cosigned a ceasefire on October 26 with President Donald Trump, which Thailand later suspended after a land-mine blast; Trump says he plans calls with both leaders, and Anutin scheduled one for 21:20 local time.