Anutin Charnvirakul has been confirmed as Thailand’s new prime minister, known for his pragmatic politics and role in decriminalizing cannabis. His rise to power was facilitated by a political misstep from a rival, leading to his party’s strategic exit from a…

Anutin Charnvirakul, who was confirmed by parliament on Friday as Thailand’s new prime minister, is a cautious and pragmatic politician adept at straddling the country’s political divide.He’s best kn…