The announcement threatens to trigger new political chaos in the country. Just a week ago, the same court dissolved the large party Kao Klai – which should actually have the power, after winning the election last year.
But Kao Klai was not allowed to become the ruling party, which is one of many signs that the military still holds power in Thailand. Parties and politicians who challenge the military and monarchical establishment have also been maneuvered out in various ways.
Srettha is leaving the post of prime minister less than a year after taking office, and he is the third prime minister from the Pheu Thai party to be ousted.
Politics in Thailand has been marked by instability with coups and protests over the past two decades.
