Thai Cabinet Names New Central Bank Chief
Vitai is set to take the reins of the Bank of Thailand on Oct. 1, according to a statement from the prime minister's office on Tuesday. Pending a final approval, Vitai will succeed BOT Gov. Sethaput Suthiwartnarueput, whose five-year term ends Sept. 30.
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