Thailand’s Anutin Charnvirakul elected PM after rout of ruling party rival
Summary
Thailand's Anutin Charnvirakul was elected prime minister after winning a parliamentary vote, defeating the ruling Pheu Thai party's candidate and ending a week of political deadlock.
Key Points
- Anutin Charnvirakul was elected prime minister of Thailand with 63% of the parliamentary vote.
- Anutin's Bhumjaithai party strategically allied with the opposition People's Party to secure power.
- The ruling Pheu Thai party, led by the Shinawatra family, suffered a significant defeat.
- Thaksin Shinawatra left Thailand for Dubai amid ongoing legal proceedings and political turmoil.
