Prime Minister | Term(s) in Office | Key Contributions/Events |
Phraya Manopakorn Nititada | 1932–1933 | First Prime Minister after the 1932 revolution; drafted the 1932 constitution. |
Plaek Phibunsongkhram | 1938–1944, 1948–1957 | Known for his pro-Japanese policies during WWII and modernization efforts. |
Pridi Banomyong | 1946–1947 | Played a key role in the 1932 revolution; served briefly as Prime Minister. |
Field Marshal Sarit Thanarat | 1957–1963 | Established military rule and emphasized economic modernization. |
Thanom Kittikachorn | 1963–1973 | Oversaw economic growth and faced increasing political unrest. |
Kukrit Pramoj | 1973–1976 | Known for his role in the transition to democracy and economic development. |
Chuan Leekpai | 1997–2001 | Implemented economic reforms and played a role in the 1997 Asian financial crisis. |
Thaksin Shinawatra | 2001–2006 | Known for his populist policies and significant economic reforms. |
Samak Sundaravej | 2008–2009 | Focused on addressing economic issues and was later removed by the Constitutional Court. |
Abhisit Vejjajiva | 2008–2011 | Led during the 2010 political unrest and focused on economic stabilization. |
Yingluck Shinawatra | 2011–2014 | Focused on economic development and social welfare; removed by a military coup. |
Prayuth Chan-o-cha | 2014–2023 | Took office following a military coup; emphasized infrastructure development and economic growth. |