BANGKOK — Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra is under mounting pressure to resign as her coalition faces collapse just 10 months into her tenure. The United Thai Nation (UTN) party, a key coalition partner, is reportedly demanding her resignation to remain in the alliance, following the exit of the larger Bhumjaithai Party.

While the Democrat Party has pledged continued support, Paetongtarn's hold on power is now shaky. The Thai baht weakened for a fifth straight day amid market uncertainty.

The crisis follows backlash over a leaked phone call with Cambodia’s ex-leader Hun Sen, in which Paetongtarn criticized a Thai army general—sparking outrage in a country where the military holds strong influence.

Facing internal revolt, street protest plans, and economic strain, Paetongtarn will visit troops at the Cambodia border in a show of unity. Pheu Thai sources say she may survive through coalition negotiations or a cabinet reshuffle, though calls for her resignation are growing.