The government's economic team led by Deputy Prime Minister Somkid Jatusripitak resigned on Wednesday. Deputy Prime Minister Somkid Jatusripitak and three ministers working for him have resigned from the cabinet, paving the way for the reshuffle of the government's economic ministerial team. All four have been part of the economic team led by Mr Somkid and recently resigned from the ruling Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP). A source in the government said Mr Somkid informed Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha of his resignation on Wednesday, citing his health problems. Mr Somkid on Wednesday went to Chumphon, where he is due to address village fund operators in the southern province this morning.

Source: Bangkok Post July 15, 2020 22:41 UTC