Deputy Prime Minister Prawit Wongsuwon is expected to seize the opportunity while serving as acting prime minister to consolidate the ruling Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP) ahead of the next general election, according to political scientists.
Following the Constitutional Court's suspension of Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha on Aug 24, Gen Prawit has taken charge, giving him the unexpected chance to rebuild the ruling party's strength in preparation for the election that is expected to be held next March at the latest.
