Thailand is gearing up for a big moment: MPs will vote this Friday to pick a new prime minister after royal officials rejected the ruling party's bid to dissolve parliament. 🇹🇭
Here's the quick rundown:
- Ethics shakeup: On August 29, the Constitutional Court removed then-PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra over an ethics breach, leaving a power vacuum at the top.
- Block attempt: Paetongtarn's Pheu Thai party, now in caretaker mode, tried to dissolve parliament by sending a draft Royal Decree to the palace.
- Royal advisors step in: The Office of the Privy Council, senior royal advisors, said it was "inappropriate" to present the decree to His Majesty, pointing to legal doubts about a caretaker premier's power to dissolve parliament.
- New contender: Opposition MPs have backed conservative construction magnate Anutin Charnvirakul as their pick for the premiership.
- Voting day: The ballot opens at 10:00 AM this Friday, and all eyes will be on the result that shapes Thailand's next chapter.
Why it matters: Whether you're following regional politics, the impact on Southeast Asia's booming startup scene, or just looking for your daily news fix on the go, this vote is one to watch. Stay tuned! 👀
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Thailand to vote on new prime minister after dissolution bid rejected
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