Thailand's parliament re-elects Anutin as prime minister

Thailand's parliament has elected Anutin Charnvirakul to a second term as prime minister. The Pheu Thai party backed his candidacy, while the Democrat party chose to abstain from the vote.

Anutin, now the country's 32nd premier, said he expects to take about a week to vet ministers and aims to form his new government before the Songkran holiday. His second term faces immediate challenges, including an energy crisis and trade risks. Leaders from Singapore and China have congratulated him on his re-election.