BJT's rise cast shadow over watchdogsA photo from Thursday shows Anutin Charnvirakul interacting with Bhumjaithai Party Secretary-General Chaichanok Chidchob after he was elected the country's new prime minister in a parliamentary vote. (Photo: Reuters)Following parliament's decisive vote for a new prime minister, Bhumjaithai Party (BJT) leader Anutin Charnvirakul is making a triumphant comeback. House Speaker Sophon Zarum is a Buri Ram MP, while Senate president Mongkol Surasajja is a former Buri Ram governor. Furthermore, Buri Ram serves as Mr Anutin's official residence, and first deputy prime minister Songsak Thongsri is a Buri Ram MP and Mr Newin's cousin. This captivating political development smoothly paves the way for Mr Anutin and BJT to seize full, unhindered power.

Source: Bangkok Post March 20, 2026 22:34 UTC