Hey ASEAN friends, big news from Bangkok! 🎉 On Friday, Thailand's parliament elected Anutin Charnvirakul as the new prime minister after he scored a simple majority vote. 🗳️
Backed by the Bhumjaithai Party, Anutin secured more than half of the parliamentary seats to clinch leadership. In simple terms, a "simple majority" means getting over 50% of the votes—enough to form the next government.
While details on his policy moves are still unfolding, this marks a fresh chapter for Thailand's politics. Whether you’re in Manila, Kuala Lumpur or Colombo, this shift could influence regional ties and future collaborations. 🌏✨
Stay tuned for updates as Anutin takes the helm—it's time to see how the Bhumjaithai Party steers Thailand forward! 🚀
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
