His announcement came after his military-backed United Thai Party lost the May 14 election, winning just 36 of the 500 seats in Thailand's lower house. Prayuth will remain caretaker prime minister until a new Thai government is formed.
Thai Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha. Photo: Reuters
Mr Prayuth, a former army general, led the military government until elections in 2019 and was chosen by Thailand's parliament to be prime minister for another four years.
“As prime minister, I have worked hard to protect the nation, religion, and monarchy for the benefit of my beloved people,” Prayuth said in a statement. “I have tried to strengthen the country in all areas for stability and peace , while overcoming many domestic and international obstacles.”
Mr Prayuth's announcement comes as Thailand's new parliament prepares to convene on Thursday to hold a vote on who will be the next prime minister.
Hoang Anh (according to Reuters)
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