Anutin Responds: Will He Form a Coalition Government After the Election?

At a government press conference on February 3rd, Anutin Charnvirakul, Prime Minister and leader of the Bhumjaithai Party, addressed speculation about potential government formation after the upcoming election. He emphasized following parliamentary rules, stating that the party with the most votes should lead government formation. When asked about potential coalitions, Anutin laughed and suggested waiting until election results stabilize around 7-8 PM on election night. He stressed the importance of respecting election outcomes and waiting to see which party receives the most votes before discussing any potential government partnerships. Anutin highlighted that historically, the top-ranking party has been given the first opportunity to form a government, and he sees no reason to deviate from this established practice.