Thailand's government party proposes dissolving the parliament as the opposition supports a competing prime minister candidate's election.
The political landscape in Thailand is in a state of flux, with the formation of a new government at the heart of the crisis. The Pheu Thai party, which was the ruling party before the recent events, is currently attempting to form a fragile coalition with a slender majority.
The political situation is being influenced by multiple parties in the House. The Pheu Thai party's former alliance partner, Bhumjaithai, is challenging to form its own government, while another party has announced its intention to back another party to form a government.
The current political crisis revolves around the dissolution of the current parliament and the formation of a new one. The Pheu Thai party has sought royal approval to dissolve the parliament for a new election, but this move has not been confirmed yet.
Last week, the Pheu Thai party suffered a significant loss with the resignation of its prime minister, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, due to a court ruling. Her dismissal occurred on Friday, and since then, the political situation has been in chaos.
There is a risk of a return of the old coalition that has failed to run the country in the last two years. However, General Prayuth Chan-ocha, who seized power in 2014, could potentially return as prime minister, despite retiring. This prospect is causing concern among many Thai citizens.
The conservative Tycoon Anutin Charnvirakul's party has received support from the opposition People's Party, enabling their bid to form a government, following the removal of Pheu Thai party chief whip Paetongtarn Shinawatra on September 3 due to an ethical violation.
The People's Party leader, Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut, has stated that his party will back Bhumjaithai to prevent the return of a coalition government that was not fit to rule again. However, he has also stated that his party will not join Bhumjaithai's government.
A parliamentary vote on a new prime minister is expected to take place on Friday. The political crisis continues to revolve around the formation of a new government, and the outcome of this vote could determine the direction Thailand will take in the coming months.
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