Impasse in Thailand as big party stalls on deciding who to back for PM
Summary
Thailand's largest party remains undecided on which side to support for prime minister, extending political uncertainty after the dismissal of Paetongtarn Shinawatra. Two rival camps vie for crucial votes amid calls for a referendum and parliament dissolution.
Key Points
- Thailand's biggest parliamentary party, the People's Party, has not decided whom to support for prime minister after Paetongtarn Shinawatra's dismissal.
- The People's Party controls nearly a third of parliamentary seats, positioning it as a potential kingmaker in the political deadlock.
- The Pheu Thai party and Bhumjaithai party are competing to gain the People's Party's support for forming a new government.
- A special parliamentary session is scheduled with a possible prime minister vote, but the process could be prolonged with no set time limit for government formation.
