Bhumjaithai, Pheu Thai Move Toward Government Formation

Bhumjaithai, Pheu Thai Move Toward Government Formation

Bangkok, Feb. 14, 2026 — Thailand’s Bhumjaithai Party and Pheu Thai Party have announced an alliance aimed at forming the country’s next government, signaling a major post-election realignment as final results await official certification.

Leaders from both parties confirmed on Feb. 13 that they would cooperate, moving coalition discussions beyond preliminary talks. Preliminary vote counts reported by local media suggest Bhumjaithai emerged as the largest party, followed by the reform-oriented People’s Party and Pheu Thai.

If confirmed, the Bhumjaithai–Pheu Thai partnership could surpass the simple majority threshold in the 500-seat House of Representatives. However, Thailand’s constitutional process requires the Election Commission to certify results before parliament can convene and formally select a prime minister.

Caretaker Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul is widely expected to play a central role in coalition negotiations, though executive authority remains provisional until formal procedures are completed.

Analysts cautioned that coalition arithmetic in Thailand often shifts during certification periods due to legal reviews and negotiations over cabinet portfolios. Additional parties may yet join or withhold support, and the distribution of key ministries is expected to shape the coalition’s durability.

Thailand’s recent political history has shown that early alliance announcements signal direction rather than final power arrangements, with institutional decisions ultimately determining government stability.