Bangkok: Thailand has taken a decisive step in shaping its new government as King Maha Vajiralongkorn formally approved the cabinet line-up presented by Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul. The announcement, made through the Royal Gazette on Friday, confirms the monarch’s consent and clears the way for the new administration to begin its work.
The approval marks a significant constitutional milestone. In Thailand’s political framework, no cabinet can assume power until it receives the king’s endorsement. With this step completed, the ministers named in Anutin’s line-up are now set to take their oath of office before the monarch, a ceremonial yet crucial act that precedes the commencement of their official duties.
Following the oath, the cabinet is expected to present its policy statement in parliament. This session will outline the priorities of the new administration, offering a glimpse into the legislative agenda Anutin’s government intends to pursue. Observers anticipate that economic revival, social development, and regional stability will dominate the policy framework, though details will only be clear once the official statement is delivered.
The use of the Royal Gazette to formalize the cabinet endorsement underscores both the legal and symbolic weight of the decision. In Thai politics, royal approval not only fulfills a constitutional requirement but also lends legitimacy and authority to the incoming administration. It signals stability at a time when Thailand faces both domestic challenges and shifting regional dynamics.
For Prime Minister Anutin, the king’s approval represents the completion of one chapter and the beginning of another. With the formalities now nearly concluded, the focus shifts to governance and the delivery of promises made during the formation of his leadership. Thailand, and indeed the broader Asia-Pacific region, will be closely watching how this newly approved cabinet shapes the nation’s political and economic direction in the coming months.