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Business – “Thailand’s Early Election: Vote Counting Begins as Three Major Parties Compete for Power”

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Local polls indicate that no single political party is expected to achieve a majority in the upcoming elections, making a coalition government necessary. The progressive People’s Party, led by Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut, is favored to win a plurality of seats.

However, its reformist agenda does not align with that of its leading rivals, which could result in those parties uniting to form a government instead. The People’s Party is the successor to the dissolved Move Forward Party, which previously held the most seats in the House of Representatives but was blocked from governing by conservative lawmakers.

Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut expressed confidence in securing a mandate from the electorate, promising to establish a people’s government focused on inclusive policies. This election cycle will be crucial for shaping the political landscape in a divided environment.

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Thailand counts votes in early election with 3 main parties vying for power

No outright winner expected

Local polls consistently project that no single party will gain a majority, necessitating the formation of a coalition government.

Although the progressive People’s Party is seen as favored to win a plurality, its reformist politics aren’t shared by its leading rivals, which may freeze it out by joining forces to form a government.

The People’s Party, led by Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut, is the successor to the Move Forward Party, which won the most seats in the House of Representatives in 2023, but was blocked from forming a government by conservative lawmakers and then forced to dissolve.

“I think we will get the mandate from the people, and we promised the people that we will form the people’s government to bring policies that benefit all, not a few in the country,” Natthaphong told reporters after casting his ballot in Bangkok.

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