New Era in Thai Politics: King Endorses Anutin's Diverse Cabinet
A new Cabinet led by Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has been endorsed by Thailand's king after the prior administration was ousted due to ethics violations. Anutin's diverse team, including non-politicians and key party members, is set to drive the agenda amidst historical political challenges with neighboring Cambodia.
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Thailand's king officially endorsed a new Cabinet under Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul on Friday. This shift in administration follows a court order that ousted the previous prime minister due to ethics violations and public disapproval over a lethal border conflict with Cambodia.
The newly formed Cabinet, which includes numerous members from outside the political arena, will assume their roles next week after pledging their oath to King Maha Vajiralongkorn. Anutin, leader of the Bhumjaithai Party, rose to power following his election by Parliament last month, taking over from Paetongtarn Shinawatra of the Pheu Thai Party, who was removed from office.
The reshuffled political landscape focuses on fostering unity within a minority coalition government, supported by the Klatham and the military-aligned Phalang Pracharath parties. Non-political figures and veterans, like Ekniti Nitithanprapas and Sihasak Phuangketkeow, have been assigned key ministerial roles as Anutin works to bring forward the People's Party's progressive agenda.
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