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Thailand's central bank independence in focus as former finance minister nominated as chair
SEOUL, November 13 (AJP) - Thailand's central bank selection committee on Monday nominated former Finance Minister Kittiratt Na-Ranong, a key figure in the ruling Pheu Thai Party, as the next board chairman, pending cabinet and royal approval. The nomination has sparked protests over central bank independence, with four former BOT governors and 830 economists issuing statements opposing the appointment, news reports said. They submitted a petition with 50,000 signatures on Monda
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