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Thailand’s Lower House Elects Anutin as Prime Minister-Designate, Early Election Pledged

He secured conditional backing from the largest bloc after promising to dissolve the chamber within four months.

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Overview

  • Anutin, leader of the Pride of Thailand party, was chosen by the 500-seat House of Representatives on September 5.
  • His appointment requires the king’s approval before he can formally take office.
  • The Nation Party, which holds 143 seats, agreed to provide outside support in exchange for a near-term dissolution and a general election.
  • The support deal includes seeking a referendum on constitutional amendments, with implementation prospects uncertain due to expected conservative resistance.
  • Thai Contribution Party candidate Chaikasem lost the vote, and the Pride party is expected to govern as a minority with the Nation Party staying out of the cabinet.