The speaker of Thailand’s parliament has decided to postpone the bicameral vote that will determine the country’s next prime minister, according to local media reports on Tuesday.
The vote, originally scheduled for July 27, was delayed after the leader of the Move Forward Party, Pita Limjaroenrat, had two previous attempts blocked.
Further details on the postponement were not available at the time of reporting.
Thailand has been in a period of political instability following the resignation of Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-o-cha in June. Since then, the country has been without a confirmed leader, leading to growing concerns and uncertainty among the population.
The bicameral vote is a crucial step in determining the next leader. Once the vote is held, the chosen candidate will need to gain approval from King Maha Vajiralongkorn to officially become prime minister.
Ahead of the scheduled vote, there had been expectations and speculation regarding who would be selected for the position. Pita Limjaroenrat of the Move Forward Party was seen as a strong contender, but he faced obstacles that prevented his previous attempts to hold the vote.
The decision to postpone the vote adds to the ongoing political tensions in Thailand and leaves the country’s leadership uncertain for the time being. It remains to be seen when the vote will be rescheduled and if any changes will be made in the selection process.
As the situation unfolds, residents of Thailand and observers from around the world will continue to closely monitor the developments and their potential impact on the country’s political landscape.
For now, the postponed vote marks another setback in Thailand’s path towards establishing a stable government and addressing the pressing challenges facing the nation.
(Reporting by Devjyot Ghoshal)
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