BANGKOK -- After almost a year of comparative calm, the world of Thai politics erupted into turmoil last week, with Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin evicted by a bombshell court ruling.
Paetongtarn Shinawatra has risen to Thailand's prime ministerial post on the strength of her father Thaksin's influence, but with that influence weakening, tough challenges lie in store for the 37-year-old as she takes up her first role in government. (Photo by Shinya Sawai)
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