Paetongtarn Shinawatra is a Thai politician and businesswoman, born on 21 August 1986 in Bangkok. She is the youngest daughter of former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra and the niece of former Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra. Her family background is deeply rooted in Thai politics and business, with her father being a key figure in the country's political landscape before his ouster in a 2006 military coup. Paetongtarn graduated with a degree in Political Science, Sociology, and Anthropology from Chulalongkorn University in 2008. She furthered her education at the University of Surrey in England. Initially, she pursued a career in business before entering politics. Her entry into politics was marked by her nomination as the leader of the Pheu Thai Party in 2023. This nomination was significant, as it positioned her to potentially become a major figure in Thai politics. In 2024, Paetongtarn Shinawatra became the 31st Prime Minister of Thailand, making her the youngest person to hold the position and the second woman to do so, following in the footsteps of her aunt Yingluck. Her tenure was marked by her appointment as Minister of Culture in June 2025. However, her time as Prime Minister was cut short when she was suspended from office by the Constitutional Court on 1 July 2025. This suspension was due to a leaked phone call with former Cambodian leader Hun Sen, which raised concerns about her deference. Subsequently, on 29 August 2025, the Constitutional Court officially removed her from office. As of 2025, Paetongtarn has declared significant assets, totaling approximately ฿13.8 billion (about US $258 million), reflecting her family's wealth and influence. Despite her recent removal from office, Paetongtarn remains a notable figure in Thai politics, symbolizing the enduring influence of the Shinawatra family in the country's political landscape.