Thailand's Constitutional Court has suspended Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra pending an investigation into allegations of dishonesty and ethical breaches related to a leaked phone call with former Cambodian leader Hun Sen. The suspension follows a petition from 36 senators and puts significant pressure on the ruling political dynasty. Paetongtarn referred to Hun Sen as uncle during the call and criticized a Thai army commander, leading to public outrage. Deputy Prime Minister Suriya Juangroongruangkit will act as caretaker while Paetongtarn retains her cabinet position.
Thailand's Constitutional Court has suspended Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra from office pending an ethics investigation over a leaked phone call, amid accusations of dishonesty.
The controversy arose from a June 15 phone call with Cambodia's former leader Hun Sen, which has sparked domestic outrage and challenged the stability of Paetongtarn's coalition.
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