Paetongtarn Shinawatra, daughter of the divisive former leader Thaksin Shinawatra, became Thailand’s prime minister after receiving a royal letter of endorsement on Sunday, two days after she was chosen by Parliament following a court order that removed her predecessor. During a news conference she thanked the Thai people, saying she will perform her duties and make Thailand a place where people can dream, create and shape their futures. (AP video shot by Jerry Harmer)
New Thai leader says she is fully prepared and will serve everyone equally as king gives royal endorsement
Paetongtarn Shinawatra, daughter of the divisive former leader Thaksin Shinawatra, became Thailand’s prime minister after receiving a royal letter of endorsement on Sunday, two days after she was chosen by Parliament following a court order that removed her predecessor. During a news conference she thanked the Thai people, saying she will perform her duties and make Thailand a place where people can dream, create and shape their futures. (AP video shot by Jerry Harmer)
