MFP elects Chaithawat Tulathon as leader amid Pita MP status uncertainty

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Previously the secretary general of the Move Forward Party (MFP), Chaithawat Tulathon was elected as the new leader, succeeding Pita Limjaroenrat. Pita resigned amid ongoing uncertainty regarding his Member of Parliament status. Chaithawat, however, indicated this may be a temporary measure, as he and the new executive committee members are prepared to step aside, should Pita be able to resume his MP duties.

The 45 year old, Chaithawat environmental engineering graduate from Chulalongkorn University, received overwhelming support in the vote, garnering 330 votes in favour, with a mere five votes against and three abstentions. His political background includes being one of the core founders, along with Thanathorn Juangroongruangkit and others, of the Future Forward Party. This reform-minded party made a significant impact in…