Thailand’s newly elected prime minister, Anutin Charnvirakul, has made it clear that casino development and gambling-driven growth will not happen under his leadership. Speaking to reporters this week, he said Thailand would need to “wait for another prime minister” if legalisation of casinos were ever to be considered as a tool to boost the economy. Anutin, leader of the Bhumjaithai Party, took office on September 5 following a parliamentary vote that ended weeks of political uncertainty. He replaced Paetongtarn Shinawatra, who was removed by the Constitutional Court for ethics violations. His swearing-in on September 8 marked him as the nation’s 32nd prime minister, but his administration already faces challenges, including a fragile coalition and growing public calls for a fresh election. Casino Bill Shelved Again The Entertainment Complex Bill, which envisioned large-scale resorts with casinos, had been championed by Anutin’s predecessors, Srettha Thavisin and Paetongtarn Shinawatra, as a way to…Â Read More
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