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Impasse in Thailand as big party stalls on deciding who to back for PM
The People's Party, controlling nearly a third of seats, seeks constitutional reforms and parliament dissolution within four months before backing a prime minister candidate.
- The biggest party in Thailand's parliament has not decided whom to support for forming the next government, prolonging uncertainty following the dismissal of Paetongtarn Shinawatra for an ethics violation on Friday.
- The opposition People's Party, controlling nearly a third of house seats, is a potential kingmaker but refuses to join any government.
- Parliament is set to hold a special session starting Wednesday, with a possibility of voting on a new prime minister if parties nominate candidates.
- Pheu Thai's Phumtham Wechayachai stated, 'We are in a political crisis, and there is a need to find a common solution,' highlighting the urgency of resolving the deadlock.
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Impasse in Thailand as big party stalls on deciding who to back for PM
The biggest party in Thailand's parliament held out on Monday in deciding whom it would back to form the next government, prolonging uncertainty as two rival camps jostled for its crucial votes following the prime minister's sacking.
The People's Party has broadcast a message via Line OA and SMS, inviting party members nationwide to listen to the Prime Minister's vote. The party asked a crucial question: If support were necessary, who would they choose between Pheu Thai and Bhumjaithai? Just two choices.
Thailand in limbo: Kingmaker People's party delays decision on next prime minister
Thailand’s political future hangs in the balance after Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra’s ouster. With rival groups vying for power, the People’s Party holds the decisive vote in parliament.
People’s Party stalls on deciding who to back for Thai PM
The biggest party in Thailand's parliament held out on Monday in deciding whom it would back to form the next government, prolonging uncertainty as two rival camps jostled for its crucial votes following the prime minister's sacking.
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