(Photo by Apichit Jinakul)Newly selected Future Forward Party leader Thanathorn Juangroongruangkit has confirmed he is aiming for the post of prime minister in the upcoming general election. We want to make sure our policies can be implemented correctly," Mr Thanathorn said. According to Future Forward staff, around 2,000 people attended Sunday's meeting, including non-voting supporters who surrounded the event's main stage. Future Forward officials -- including leader Mr Thanathorn -- will travel nationwide to expand the party's supporter base and ask for donations. Mr Thanathorn said he will step down from his position as executive vice-president of Thai Summit Group once an exact election date is set.

Source: Bangkok Post May 27, 2018 22:30 UTC