BANGKOK – After weeks of political struggle, Thailand’s Parliament has finally chosen its new prime minister, former real estate magnate Srettha Thavisin.
The 61-year-old, who has little political experience, is set to head an intended government coalition of populists and pro-military parties in South-east Asia’s second-largest economy.
Mr Srettha, who stepped down as the chief executive officer of property developer Sansiri to become one of Pheu Thai’s three prime minister candidates, was already known for being vocal on social matters in the online sphere years before.
He has commented on various topics, including Thailand’s social and economic inequality, climate change and geopolitics.
His background as a successful businessman who helped build Sansiri has made him a favourite among the private sector leaders. The family business specialises in luxury residential…
