Pheu Thai, Bhumjaithai announce bid to form govtPheu Thai leader Cholnan Srikaew, centre right, and Bhumjaithai leader Anutin Charnvirakul, centre left, announce their partnership to form the next government, at Pheu Thai headquarters on Monday afternoon. Pheu Thai leader Cholnan Srikaew said he was grateful for Bhumjaithai's agreement to join Pheu Thai "to solve people's problems and national crises, especially those concerning the constitution". Pheu Thai came second in the May 14 general election with 141 House seats, followed by Bhumjaithai with 71. Although Move Forward won the most seats, Dr Cholnan said the 212 votes Pheu Thai and Bhumjaithai control were also legitimate people's votes. Pheu Thai deputy leader Phumtham Wechayachai said people would see which parties Pheu Thai approaches this week.

Source: Bangkok Post August 07, 2023 13:58 UTC