Thailand’s political landscape is being closely watched as the Pheu Thai Party has decided to dissolve the House of Representatives, a move aimed at returning power to the people and clearing the path for a fresh general election. This could mark a significant turning point that may reshape the balance of power in the Thai parliament.
Earlier on September 2, 2025, Sorawong Thienthong, Secretary-General of Pheu Thai Party, revealed that the party has already held discussions and is prepared to move forward with the dissolution of parliament, contingent upon a clear signal from the People’s Party, its main coalition partner.
Paetongtarn Shinawatra, Pheu Thai Party Leader, and Chaikasem Nitisiri, the party’s Prime Ministerial candidate, firmly reiterated their stance not to support any candidate from other parties. Additionally, former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra, along with party stalwarts Suriya and Somsak, participated in meetings—voicing support for MPs and confirming that no defections to other parties would occur.
Still, the forming of a new government could pose less impact to the Thai economy and policies due to the minority government.
Should parliament be dissolved today, the timeframe for a new general election would fall within 45–60 days, and it is expected that Thailand will see the formation of a new government by late 2025 or early 2026.
The following is an anticipated timeline for Thailand’s House dissolution and subsequent general election process, based on normal procedure:
- September 3, 2025: Announcing the dissolution of the Parliament
- September 3 – 7, 2025: The Election Commission of Thailand (ECT) issues the date for the general election and application for candidates
- Mid to Late September 2025: The application date for election candidates (within five days)
- Mid October – Early November 2025: The date for general election (within 45-60 days.)
- By December 2025: The ECT declares the election result.
- Late December 2025 – Early January 2026: The Parliament elects the new Prime Minister.
