Thai PM dissolves parliament, paving way for national elections

Bangkok: Thailand's prime minister dissolved parliament on Friday, paving the way for general elections early next year as deadly border clashes continue with neighbour Cambodia. The move comes earlier than expected and just three months after Anutin Charnvirakul — of the conservative Bhumjaithai party — became prime minister when his predecessor was removed from office over an ethics violation. Also In This Package Why Thailand, Cambodia are fighting - What’s behind it? Luthra