News Forum - Thai opposition leader Pita Limjaroenrat set to play major role after voters reject army-backed rule

[Thaiger]

Thai opposition leader Pita Limjaroenrat, 42 years old, seems poised to play a significant role in politics following voters rejecting nearly a decade of army-backed rule. With the majority of votes counted from Sunday’s poll, Pita’s radical Move Forward Party led the popular vote, ahead of the more established opposition Pheu Thai party. This is …

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[Vigo]

The big Pita is a good candidate for PM. He may not have legislative experience, but he has the experience of turning a failing business around which means he knows how to deal with rot, waste and kickbacks. Best of all he is properly educated, and  understands the new electronic based economy, plus he has an impeccable record and doesn't need to dye his hair, or take botox injections to appear young.  Certainly better than an unskilled, family operative.  I just hope the other parties and the military don't sabotage this government.  If they need money for social programs, let them defund the military and use the funds for rural medical care, and police reform.

[palooka]

He must now form a coalition strong enough to surpass government-appointed senators who elect Thailand’s PM from among eligible candidates.

Getting over that goal line may still prove a challenge.

[KaptainRob]

Just now, palooka said:

He must now form a coalition strong enough to surpass government-appointed senators who elect Thailand’s PM from among eligible candidates.

Getting over that goal line may still prove a challenge.

Let's hope he doesn't need to involve Prawit or Anutin.