Thailand’s Foreign Minister Parnpri Bahiddha-Nukara has resigned. Thai Prime Minister Sretha Thavisin accepted her resignation on Sunday (April 28).

This information was published in a report of the news agency Reuters.

According to reports, Thailand’s Foreign Minister Parnpri Bahiddha-Nukara has decided to resign after losing the post of Deputy Prime Minister in a cabinet reshuffle. His resignation surprised many in Thailand. Thailand’s Deputy Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai described Parnpri’s resignation as “unexpected”.

Thai government spokesman Chai Wacharonke said Parnpri’s resignation will not affect foreign affairs. Because, the permanent secretary of the ministry and other officials can continue to work in his place.

Pernpri was not immediately available for comment on the resignation. A local media outlet published Parnpri’s resignation letter. He said that he believed that he was not removed from the post of Deputy Prime Minister for past activities. Because, he has performed his duties well and helped to brighten the image of Thailand in the international arena.

Thailand’s King Maha Vajiralongkorn approved the new cabinet on Sunday. Parnpri’s name is listed only as Foreign Minister in the Royal Proclamation. Apart from this, six more people have been given new ministries. And four people have been dropped from the cabinet.