He will head a coalition government that includes pro-military parties.
Srettha Thavisin was approved as prime minister in a joint vote of both houses of parliament yesterday.
Srettha was approved in a joint vote of both houses of parliament yesterday just hours after Thaksin returned to the kingdom from 15 years of exile – and was immediately jailed on old graft cases. Srettha’s confirmation ended three months of deadlock and wrangling in Thailand that began with the May general election.
Thaksin was jailed for eight years yesterday, but the timing of his return, combined with Pheu Thai’s decision to share power with pro-military parties, has led many to speculate that a backroom deal has been struck to grant him leniency – though the party denies it.
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