Thailand's Youngest Premier Bid: Paetongtarn Shinawatra Faces Crucial Vote

Paetongtarn Shinawatra, 37, is contending to become Thailand's youngest prime minister. Her bid is pivotal for the Shinawatra family's political future. Endorsed by a coalition holding 314 seats, she faces immediate challenges, including a fragile economy and political instability, amid ongoing power struggles and past turmoil involving her family.

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Updated: 16-08-2024 08:58 IST | Created: 16-08-2024 08:58 IST

In a decisive parliamentary vote on Friday, political newcomer Paetongtarn Shinawatra is aiming to become Thailand's youngest premier.

Endorsed by a coalition commanding 314 seats, Paetongtarn, the 37-year-old daughter of polarizing figure Thaksin Shinawatra, steps into a high-stakes political arena.

Her bid could redefine the legacy of the Shinawatra family amidst economic woes and widespread political discord.

Thailand's Youngest Premier Bid: Paetongtarn Shinawatra Faces Crucial Vote

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