Prayut’s political career uncertain as United Thai Nation suffers election losses

Bangkok’s Deputy leader of the United Thai Nation, Thanakorn Wangboonkongchana, expressed doubt on Monday over whether Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha will continue his political career after their party’s losses in the general election. Wangboonkongchana mentioned that 69 year old Prayut has not discussed his future plans, but he may have to step down from politics.

The preliminary results from Thailand’s Election Commission show rival parties Move Forward and Pheu Thai leading the electoral race. Move Forward Party secured 152 seats, followed by the Pheu Thai Party with 141 seats, while the United Thai Nation Party ranked fifth with 36 seats.

Wangboonkongchana praised Prayut’s service as prime minister for over eight years, stating…

“I believe Thai people nationwide know he has done so much for the country and that he has never…