Prayuth Chan-ocha

Prayuth Chan-ocha

politician Thailand

Prayuth Chan-ocha is a retired Thai Army general and politician who served as the Prime Minister of Thailand from 2014 until 2023, after leading a military coup that ousted the elected government. His tenure was marked by political unrest, strict censorship, and protests demanding democratic reforms. Following the 2023 elections, Prayuth's political influence waned, reflecting a shift in Thailand's political landscape.

Born on Mar 21, 1954 (71 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.01%
Persistence
1 wks
Reach
429,391
Power
6,938$
Sentiment
4.75
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Canada 2 4.00 0.15% +10% 38,005,238 63,680 $1,700,000 2,848$
Guyana 1 4.00 0.09% +0% 786,552 705 $6,000 5$
Indonesia 1 5.00 0.11% +0% 273,523,615 291,292 $1,119,000 1,192$
Australia 1 5.00 0.07% +0% 25,499,884 18,805 $1,380,000 1,018$
United Kingdom 1 4.00 0.04% +0% 67,886,011 28,357 $2,700,000 1,128$
Taiwan 1 5.00 0.11% +0% 23,816,775 26,552 $670,000 747$
Totals 7 429,518,075 429,391 $7,575,000 6,938$
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.

Recent Mentions

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Prayuth, a former PM and coup leader, was considered as a potential leader again amid the political turmoil. 4

BBC: Thailand names third prime minister in two years

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Protest leaders demanded the removal of the former junta leader, and then prime minister, Prayuth Chan-ocha. 3

The Guardian: A Useful Ghost: Recognised in Cannes, Thai director hopes film stirs political debate at home | Thailand