Thailand has a new Prime Minister, Anutin Charnvirakul. He has succeeded former Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra. After taking the oath of office, he pledged to perform his duties with honesty and integrity.
Bangkok: Thailand now has a new Prime Minister. Senior leader Anutin Charnvirakul was appointed as the country's Prime Minister on Sunday after receiving royal approval. This change occurred when his predecessor, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, was removed from office by court order. Paetongtarn Shinawatra was Thailand's youngest Prime Minister, but her tenure lasted only one year.
Why Paetongtarn Shinawatra Was Removed
The reason for Paetongtarn Shinawatra's removal from the Prime Minister's post was a leaked phone call with Hun Sen, the President of the Senate of neighboring Cambodia, which was deemed a violation of ethics rules. The court, considering this serious, dismissed her from office. Following this controversy, Paetongtarn resigned from her post and withdrew her party's support from the coalition government.
This incident created a political crisis in Thailand. The active participation of young leaders in the country's politics and the fragile state of the coalition government played a key role in this matter.
Anutin Charnvirakul's Political Journey
Anutin Charnvirakul, aged 58, has been active in Thai politics for a long time. He previously served as Deputy Prime Minister in Paetongtarn Shinawatra's cabinet. His experience and political acumen made him capable of leading the country during this time of crisis.
Anutin Charnvirakul's party, Bhumjaithai Party, handed over the appointment letter at their Bangkok headquarters under his leadership. Senior members of parties likely to join the coalition government were also present on this occasion.
Oath-Taking Ceremony and Key Statements
At his oath-taking ceremony, Anutin Charnvirakul stated, "I swear that I am determined to perform my duties to the best of my ability, with honesty and integrity."
He assured the public that his government would work to uphold the country's prosperity and democratic values. Furthermore, he pledged to ensure national stability by working together with all parties in the coalition government.
Political Atmosphere in Thailand
The political atmosphere in Thailand has been quite tense following Paetongtarn Shinawatra's removal. The departure of a young Prime Minister and the formation of a new government signaled political instability in the country.
According to experts, the leaked phone call and the violation of ethics rules were events that promoted political consciousness in Thailand. This led to heightened debates among the public regarding government accountability and the transparency of leaders.
