BANGKOK — His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn has formally endorsed Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul’s cabinet, as published in the Royal Gazette on Thursday. The announcement confirms key ministerial appointments, including Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn as Deputy Prime Minister and Transport Minister, Ekniti Nitithanprapas as Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister, and General Natthapon Nakpanich as Defense Minister.

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The endorsement allows ministers to take their oath of office before His Majesty on September 24, after which the government must present its policy statement to parliament within 15 days. Parliament President Wan Muhamad Noor Matha emphasized the constitutional requirement for the policy address to occur by October 9.

His Majesty the King has endorsed Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul's new cabinet, according to a notice in the Royal Gazette published on Friday.

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A Bhumjaithai Party spokesperson indicated that the statement is likely to be delivered on September 29–30 or September 30–October 1, following a whip meeting on September 25–26 to finalize details. The new cabinet blends experienced technocrats and political veterans, signaling a focus on economic stability, infrastructure development, and national security.

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The appointment concludes weeks of political negotiations and sets the stage for the administration’s legislative agenda. The government faces immediate challenges, including border tensions, economic recovery, and public sector reforms. The swift endorsement underscores royal support for a smooth transition of power amid Thailand’s evolving political landscape.

-Thailand News (TN)