Thailand Certifies Majority of Election Results as Coalition Government Forms

Thailand's Election Commission has certified 396 of 500 parliamentary seats from the recent general election, advancing the formation of a new government. Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul's Bhumjaithai Party won the most seats and plans to form a coalition with Pheu Thai and smaller parties, totaling an estimated 286 seats. Some votes remain uncertified, with recounts underway in a few constituencies amid allegations of irregularities. The new parliament is expected to convene soon to elect a prime minister.