May 16, 2023 07:14 PM
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Move Forward Party Declares Victory in Thai Election, Leader Prepared to Be PM
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Pita Limjaroenrat, Move Forward Party leader and Prime Ministerial candidate, gives a speech during a celebratory parade in Bangkok on Sunday. Photo: VCG
(Straits Times) — The Move Forward Party (MFP), which champions progressive policies that have rattled nationalistic establishments in Thailand, has declared victory in Sunday’s general election.
“I am ready to be the prime minister for all, whether you agree with me or not,” said 42-year-old party leader Pita Limjaroenrat on Monday, hours after Thailand’s election commission finished counting over 99% of the votes.
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