Anutin denies rift in coalition

Bhumjaithai leader Anutin Charnvirakul yesterday dismissed rumours of an impending cabinet reshuffle amid reports of a growing rift between the “red” and “blue” factions within the government coalition.

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“Everything is normal. All ministers attended the welcoming ceremony for the Indonesian president. There is no tension,” Mr Anutin said yesterday.

His assurance came amid reports of political manoeuvring by some parties within the ruling alliance, which were seen as an effort to gain leverage in the House.

The Kla Tham Party, for instance, has taken several MPs from other parties under its wing, a move which observers say was meant to help its ally, the Pheu Thai Party.