In a move reshaping Thailand's political future, the conservative Bhumjaithai Party, fresh from a decisive election win, has agreed to form a coalition government with the once-dominant, Thaksin-backed Pheu Thai Party. This alliance bridges a deep historical divide, promising stability amid border tensions and economic challenges.
In a significant diplomatic and security realignment, Syria has formally participated in a U.S.-led coalition meeting against the Islamic State. The move, hailed by Washington as a 'new chapter,' focuses on transferring thousands of IS detainees from Syria to Iraq and repatriating families from sprawling camps.
BANGKOK, March 4 (Reuters) – Thailand's Election Commission has formally certified the results of last month's general election for 499 out of 500 parliamentary seats, setting in motion the process to convene a new parliament and form a government. The Bhumjaithai Party, led by Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, emerged with the most seats and is moving to build a coalition.
Rob Jetten, the 38-year-old centrist leader, will be sworn in as Prime Minister on Monday, heading a coalition government after a dramatic election that sidelined the far-right. His administration faces immediate challenges of a fragile majority and pressing policy promises.
With the war in Iran offering no sustained boost in the polls, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is scrambling to pass a critical state budget and delay early elections his coalition would likely lose, government sources tell Reuters.
Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis is considering a run for the leadership of the Democratic Alliance (DA), a pivotal partner in South Africa's coalition government, following the incumbent's decision to step aside.
Britain announces that nearly 40 nations are engaged in urgent talks to secure the vital oil shipping lane, following Iran's blockade and U.S. calls for allied action. Diplomatic and military options are on the table as soaring energy prices pressure governments worldwide.
With the war in Iran offering no sustained boost in the polls, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is scrambling to pass a crucial state budget and extend his government's term, aiming to avert early elections his coalition would likely lose.
As Denmark heads to the polls, Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen seeks to extend her Social Democrats' hold on power. But within her own coalition, Defence Minister Troels Lund Poulsen and Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen are mounting formidable challenges, setting the stage for a tense political showdown.
In a move that consolidates conservative power, the election-winning Bhumjaithai Party has secured a crucial partnership with the populist Pheu Thai Party, paving the way for a new coalition government. The alliance marks a significant realignment in Thai politics, raising questions about stability and policy direction.
Thailand's caretaker Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul is poised to lead coalition negotiations after his conservative Bhumjaithai Party secured a decisive win in Sunday's election. The incoming government faces immediate pressure to address a simmering border conflict with Cambodia and revive a sluggish economy.
Australia's conservative Liberal-National coalition has reunited after a brief but public split triggered by disagreements over new hate speech legislation. The reconciliation comes as the opposition bloc faces mounting pressure from populist rivals and seeks to regroup after a heavy election defeat.
A powerful coalition of retail and business groups has formally urged the UK Treasury to launch a consultation on reforming online VAT rules, arguing that current loopholes allow overseas sellers to undercut British businesses by hundreds of millions annually.
Malaysia's Democratic Action Party (DAP), a cornerstone of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's coalition, is reviewing its alliance amid deepening rifts over the government's handling of a corruption scandal at the nation's top anti-graft body, raising questions about political stability ahead of potential early elections.
Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has tendered her government's resignation following a historic electoral setback for her Social Democrats. Despite the loss, she remains a frontrunner to lead a new coalition, with complex negotiations now determining Denmark's political future.
A new poll reveals a sharp decline in support for New Zealand's ruling coalition, with Prime Minister Christopher Luxon losing his lead as preferred leader to Labour's Chris Hipkins, amid economic headwinds and policy criticism.
Shafiqur Rahman, the 67-year-old leader of Bangladesh's largest Islamist party, is poised for a potential breakthrough in Thursday's pivotal vote. After three previous defeats and the recent fall of secular strongwoman Sheikh Hasina, his coalition could form the nation's first Islamist-led government, raising hopes among supporters and deep concerns among minorities and rights advocates.
Thailand's King has formally endorsed the new cabinet of Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, solidifying a coalition government that brings the party of jailed ex-premier Thaksin Shinawatra into the fold. The appointments signal a delicate political balance, with key economic and security portfolios remaining under the control of the conservative core.
Thailand's political landscape shifts as the third-place Pheu Thai Party agrees to join a coalition government led by election winner Bhumjaithai, Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul confirmed Friday.
The incoming Dutch government, led by Prime Minister-designate Rob Jetten, has unveiled its policy agenda, pledging continued military and financial support for Ukraine and a commitment to enshrine higher NATO defense spending targets into law.
