Thailand’s political rollercoaster continues! 🎢 Royal officials rejected a bid by the ruling Pheu Thai party to dissolve parliament, paving the way for a high-stakes vote to select a new prime minister on Friday. The drama unfolded after the Constitutional Court ousted former PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra last month over ethics violations, leaving the top office vacant.
Acting PM Phumtham Wechayachai revealed the palace declined to present the dissolution request, citing "disputed legal issues" about caretaker authority. 💼⚖️ With the path cleared, MPs will now decide between conservative construction tycoon Anutin Charnvirakul—backed by opposition coalitions—and other contenders.
Why does this matter? 🌏 Thailand’s leadership vacuum has rattled markets and sparked debates about stability in Southeast Asia’s second-largest economy. Analysts say Friday’s vote could either ease tensions or deepen political divides. Stay tuned for updates!
