Pichai Chunhavajira
Pichai Chunhavajira | |
|---|---|
พิชัย ชุณหวชิร | |
 Pichai in 2016 | |
| Deputy Prime Minister of Thailand | |
| Assumed office 27 April 2024 | |
| Prime Minister | Srettha Thavisin Paetongtarn Shinawatra |
| Minister of Finance | |
| Assumed office 27 April 2024 | |
| Prime Minister | Srettha Thavisin Paetongtarn Shinawatra |
| Preceded by | Srettha Thavisin |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 15 February 1949 Ayutthaya, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, Thailand |
| Political party | Pheu Thai (2024–present) |
| Spouse | Suthasinee Chunhavajira |
| Alma mater | Thammasat University (AB) Indiana University of Pennsylvania (MBA) |
| Occupation | Businessperson Politician |
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Pichai Chunhavajira (Thai: พิชัย ชุณหวชิร, RTGS: Phichai Chunhawit) is a Thai politician who has served as Deputy Prime Minister of Thailand and Ministry of Finance since 2024.[1][2][3][4] Prior to his political career, he served as the chair of the board of Bangchak Corporation from 2012 and as chairman of the Stock Exchange of Thailand in 2024.[5]
Early life and education
Pichai Chunhavajira, commonly known by his nickname "Bank," earned a Bachelor's degree in Commerce and Accounting from Thammasat University. He later pursued a Master's degree in Business Administration from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, USA.
Career
Early career
From 2001 to 2013, Pichai Chunhavajira served as a director at PTT Exploration and Production Public Company Limited.[6]
From 2012 until April 25, 2024, he held the position of Chairman of the Board at Bangchak Corporation Public Company Limited.
Between 2014 and 2017, Pichai was a director at the Bank of Thailand.
From February 5 to April 25, 2024, he served as Chairman of the Board of the Stock Exchange of Thailand.
Political career
Prime Minister's Advisor
On September 15, 2023, Prime Minister Settha Thavisin signed a decree appointing Pichai Chunhavajira as the Prime Minister's Advisor.[7]
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance
Later, on April 27, 2024, His Majesty the King graciously appointed Pichai as Deputy Prime Minister, replacing Panpree Phahitthanukorn, who was appointed solely as the Minister of Foreign Affairs. Pichai also assumed the position of Minister of Finance, replacing Settha Thavisin, who became Prime Minister.[8]
Honors
- พ.ศ. 2005 –
เครื่องราชอิสริยาภรณ์อันมีเกียรติยศยิ่งมงกุฎไทย ชั้นที่ 1 ประถมาภรณ์มงกุฎไทย (ป.ม.)[9] - พ.ศ. 1996 –
เครื่องราชอิสริยาภรณ์อันเป็นที่เชิดชูยิ่งช้างเผือก ชั้นที่ 4 จัตุรถาภรณ์ช้างเผือก (จ.ช.)[10]
References
- ^ "Thailand Picks Capital Markets Veteran Pichai as Finance Chief". Bloomberg.com. 2024-04-28. Retrieved 2024-09-11.
- ^ "Pichai attributes 2.84% Thai stock market surge to political stability and other factors". nationthailand. 2024-09-05. Retrieved 2024-09-11.
- ^ "Ex-energy executive Pichai named finance minister amid growth challenge". Bangkok Post. Retrieved 2024-09-11.
- ^ "Pichai makes peace with BOT, vows to work together in harmony". nationthailand. 2024-05-16. Retrieved 2024-09-11.
- ^ "SET board names PM's adviser as new chairman". Bangkok Post. Retrieved 2024-09-11.
- ^ T, GIFT (2024-04-28). "Biography of Pichai Chunhavajira, the new Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance". Thaiger News (in Thai).
- ^ Introduction of 9 Advisors for "Prime Minister Settha" focusing on specialists and experts
- ^ "Royal Decree Appoints "Settha 1/1" Cabinet". BBC Thai. April 28, 2024. Retrieved April 28, 2024.
- ^ Royal Gazette, Announcement from the Prime Minister's Office on the Bestowal of the White Elephant and the Thai Crown Orders, Volume 122, Issue 21C, Page 89, December 3, 2005
- ^ Royal Gazette, Announcement from the Prime Minister's Office on the Bestowal of Decorations, Volume 113, Issue 25C, Page 99, December 25, 1996
