Thailand’s Prime Minister, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, on Sunday (June 22) asserted that all coalition parties continue to support her government, as she aims to maintain political stability amid growing pressure to resign. Paetongtarn has come under fire for her handling of a border dispute with Cambodia, especially after a leaked phone conversation with former Cambodian leader Hun Sen surfaced last Wednesday. In the audio, she appeared to defer excessively to Hun Sen and criticized a senior Thai military officer — sparking backlash from critics and former allies.

Following the leak, Hun Sen released the full recording, further fueling the controversy. The fallout led the Bhumjaithai Party, a key coalition partner, to exit the ruling alliance, weakening Paetongtarn’s government and the fragile parliamentary majority formed by her Pheu Thai party. After meeting with remaining coalition partners, including the United Thai Nation (UTN) party, Paetongtarn posted on X: “The country must move forward. Thailand must unite and implement policies to address the people’s needs.” The UTN had reportedly been considering calling for her resignation as a condition for continued support.

The 38-year-old leader, a political newcomer and daughter of former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra, emphasized that both her administration and the powerful military remain committed to democratic values and constitutional rule. Meanwhile, protest groups opposed to the Shinawatra political dynasty have announced a demonstration in Bangkok on June 28, demanding Paetongtarn’s resignation.