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Thailand's parliament elects Anutin Charnvirakul as new PM
Anutin Charnvirakul won 311 votes in parliament, ending the Shinawatra family's nearly two-decade political dominance amid coalition shifts and ethical controversies.
- Thailand's parliament elected Anutin Charnvirakul as prime minister on September 5, following a court decision that dismissed Paetongtarn Shinawatra from the role.
- Anutin, leader of the Bhumjaithai party, stated he has support from a coalition, including the opposition People's Party, to secure 289 parliamentary votes.
- Anutin aims to bridge powerful political clans and navigate Thailand's economic challenges while maintaining royalist interests, as noted by Napon Jatusripitak.
- Anutin's political career includes roles in managing the COVID-19 pandemic and liberalizing cannabis laws, strengthening his influence in Thai politics.
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Total News Sources57
Leaning Left13Leaning Right10Center10Last UpdatedBias Distribution39% Left
Bias Distribution
- 39% of the sources lean Left
39% Left
L 39%
C 30%
R 30%
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