Among those abstaining was the 58-seat Klatham Party, the faction effectively marshalled by Thamanat Prompow. One report bluntly stated that no Klatham MP would vote for Mr Anutin unless the party was included in a Bhumjaithai-led government. Had Klatham voted against Mr Anutin, it would have formally declared itself part of an anti-Bhumjaithai axis. Instead, it chose a middle course: denying Mr Anutin the symbolism of full support while stopping short of direct confrontation. As long as Klatham remains available, Bhumjaithai can quietly remind Pheu Thai that there is another 58-seat bloc in reserve.

Source: Bangkok Post April 04, 2026 14:17 UTC