Mounting Pressures: The Political Journey of Paetongtarn Shinawatra

Thailand's Constitutional Court has suspended Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra amid a case seeking her removal from office, further straining a government that is already under significant pressure.

The case, accepted by the court, involves allegations of dishonesty and ethical violations linked to a leaked conversation with Cambodia's Hun Sen. Deputy Prime Minister Suriya Juangroongruangkit will act as caretaker premier during this period.

This political turmoil has weakened Paetongtarn's coalition and decreased her popularity, reflecting broader challenges for the Pheu Thai Party. Meanwhile, her father, Thaksin Shinawatra, faces legal issues of his own, adding to the family's political woes.

(With inputs from agencies.)