The Shinawatra clan has regained power in Bangkok as Paetongtarn Shinawatra was elected as the new prime minister at the age of 37. She replaces Srettha Thavisin, who was removed from office. Paetongtarn, the youngest prime minister in Thai history, follows in the footsteps of her aunt Yingluck Shinawatra, who was ousted in 2014.
As the daughter of Thaksin Shinawatra, Paetongtarn is the third family member to hold the position of prime minister. Despite facing challenges during the 2023 elections, she now leads Pheu Thai, the Shinawatras’ party, after forming a coalition with former adversaries.
Paetongtarn’s ascension to power marks a significant return for the Shinawatra family, navigating through political turmoil and alliances in Thai politics. The future now holds a new chapter with Paetongtarn at the helm, steering the country forward.