Thai PM says cabinet finalised, expects to submit for royal approval this week

Thailand's Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra speaks during a press conference at the Pheu Thai party headquarters following a royal endorsement ceremony in Bangkok, Thailand, August 18, 2024. /Chalinee Thirasupa/File photo

BANGKOK - Thailand's new cabinet has been selected and should be submitted for royal endorsement within this week, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra said on Monday.

Officials in her caretaker government have previously said a new administration should be formed by mid-September.