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politics2 years ago

"Thai Reformist Leader Pita Cleared of Election Law Violations"

Thailand's reformist leader Pita Limjaroenrat has overcome the first court hurdle and will be reinstated as an MP after being cleared of breaking candidate rules. The charismatic leader and his Move Forward party, seen as a threat to the establishment, have faced legal challenges aimed at ending his political career. While acquitted in the first case, a potentially more serious legal challenge regarding his plan to reform Thailand's lese majeste law looms. The court's ruling on this could lead to the party's dissolution and its leadership being banned from politics. Pita's supporters cheered the verdict, and he remains committed to fighting for the reforms promised by his party, including amending the lese majeste law and limiting military influence in politics and business.

via BBC.com|
#court-ruling#lese-majeste-law#move-forward-party
politics2 years ago

Pita Limjaroenrat Steps Down as Leader of Thailand's Move Forward Party

Pita Limjaroenrat, the leader of Thailand's Move Forward Party (MFP), has resigned from his position. The 43-year-old, who won the most votes in the May election but was blocked from taking power, is currently suspended from his MP duties pending a court ruling on whether he violated election law. As a result, he cannot serve as parliament's opposition leader. Pita's resignation allows the MFP to appoint a new member to take up the important role. The party will select its new leaders on September 23. Despite stepping down, Pita will remain involved in the party's activities.

via Al Jazeera English|
#move-forward-party#opposition-leader#pita-limjaroenrat
politics2 years ago

Thailand's Pita Faces Uphill Battle in Bid for Prime Minister

Thailand's Constitutional Court has temporarily suspended Pita Limjaroenrat, leader of the Move Forward Party, as a lawmaker, just as parliament convened for a vote on his candidacy for prime minister. The court accepted a case alleging that Pita was unqualified to run due to his ownership of shares in a media company, violating electoral rules. Pita, who lost his initial bid for premiership last week, needs the support of over half of the parliament to become the next prime minister. However, he faces resistance from rivals and a military-appointed Senate. Despite the court's decision, Pita's party claims it will not impact his candidacy.

via Reuters|
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politics2 years ago

Pita Limjaroenrat projected to demilitarize Thailand as election sends clear message.

Pita Limjaroenrat, the leader of Thailand's liberal opposition party Move Forward, is on track to become the country's next prime minister. The 42-year-old Harvard and MIT graduate has achieved celebrity status among young Thais, with his name hashtag garnering three billion views on TikTok. Pita promises to revive Thailand's economy by investing beyond tourism in major cities like Bangkok and "demilitarizing, demonopolizing, and decentralizing" the country. His supporters eagerly wait for a new era in Thai politics as all eyes are on the ballot box.

via Insider|
#election#move-forward-party#pita-limjaroenrat
politics2 years ago

Thailand's Political Landscape: From Harvard Grad to Election Results.

Pita Limjaroenrat, a 42-year-old business executive and leader of the Move Forward party, is on track to become Thailand's next prime minister. Pita, who holds degrees from Harvard and MIT, promises to revive Thailand's economy by investing beyond tourism in major cities like Bangkok. He is regarded as a celebrity in Thailand, with a large following on TikTok. Pita was once married to a local actress and is a single father with sole custody of their daughter. Thailand's Electoral Commission has 60 days to certify the election results and confirm the winning party.

via Yahoo News|
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politics2 years ago

Challenges and Opportunities for Thailand's Move Forward Party in Elections.

Pita Limjaroenrat, leader of Thailand's Move Forward party, faces several hurdles in his path to becoming prime minister, despite his party emerging as the single largest party in parliament after Sunday's election. These hurdles include the ambitions of other opposition parties, an unelected Senate dominated by conservatives, and an accusation of wrongdoing against him. Additionally, Move Forward's stance on the monarchy may complicate Pita's path to power, as the party has brought the once untouchable institution into public discourse.

via Reuters|
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