“Thailand Welcomes New Prime Minister”
Thailand’s recent election results have brought about a new coalition government, with Pita Limjaroenrat’s Pheu Thai Party finishing first with 151 seats and former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra’s Pheu Thai Party finishing second with 141 seats. Pita Limjaroenrat has been named as the country’s new prime minister.
Both parties have expressed satisfaction with the results and have welcomed the coalition government. In his victory speech, Pita expressed hope for a new day full of light and hope, stating that Thailand can get better through their collective dreams and hopes. He also saluted the people on the streets of Bangkok and declared his readiness to become the new prime minister.
Meanwhile, junta leader Prayut Chan-o-cha, who came to power through a military coup in 2014 and has been the prime minister since then, decided to join the United Thai People’s Party. Prayut Chan-o-cha left the party building before the election results were completed but later stated that they respected all results and that he would remain in the party if they lost.
The election board reported that 99%, of the ballot boxes have been opened and counted. The coalition government hopes to work together to rewrite Thailand’s political history and create a better future for the country.
