"Thailand's Bhumjaithai Party has secured a stronger-than-expected victory in Sunday's general election, with Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul claiming victory and preparing for a coalition in the coming days. With 93 percent of ballots counted on Monday, the conservative Bhumjaithai was far ahead of its rivals, looking set to win at least 194 of the 500 seats in Thailand's parliament, according to Thai media."
"Asked about forming a coalition and appointing a cabinet, Anutin said he was waiting for clarity on the final numbers, and that each party would need to hold internal discussions on how to proceed. Anutin called the election in December after fewer than 100 days in office, seeking to capitalise on a wave of nationalism generated by Thailand's three-week conflict with Cambodia."
Thailand's conservative Bhumjaithai Party achieved a stronger-than-expected result in the general election, projected to win at least 194 of 500 parliamentary seats with 93 percent of ballots counted. Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul claimed victory and signalled preparations for a coalition and cabinet once final numbers are clear. The progressive People's Party finished second with an estimated 116 seats and has ruled out joining a Bhumjaithai-led coalition. The Pheu Thai party came third with about 76 seats. The election was called in December after fewer than 100 days in office amid a nationalist wave tied to a three-week conflict with Cambodia.
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