Archive · 7 Sep 2025
Anutin Charnvirakul Becomes Thailand's New Prime Minister
Thailand has a new leader named Anutin Charnvirakul, after the previous Prime Minister, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, had to leave.
Anutin received official approval from the King on Sunday.
He is a well-known politician, and used to work as a deputy prime minister.
Anutin promises to address Thailand's problems, including the economy and border issues.
He won the vote with the support of the opposition party, who will soon dissolve the parliament.
He aims to create a new and improved constitution.
He is known for his decision to decriminalize cannabis.
Anutin Charnvirakul is Thailand's new Prime Minister, endorsed by the King.
He takes over from Paetongtarn Shinawatra, who was removed from office.
Anutin is from the Bhumjaithai Party.
The win was supported by the opposition People's Party.
He has pledged to address economic troubles and other key issues.
- Who
- Anutin Charnvirakul
- What
- Became Thailand's new Prime Minister.
- When
- Sunday (Royal Endorsement)
- Where
- Thailand
- Why
- To assume the role of Prime Minister
- New Prime Minister
- Anutin Charnvirakul
- Age
- 58
- Party
- Bhumjaithai Party
- Preceding PM
- Paetongtarn Shinawatra
- Royal Endorsement Date
- Sunday
- Prior Roles
- Deputy Prime Minister, Interior Minister