Thai opposition parties set for coalition talks

The election has been described as a turning point for Thailand which has experienced military coups in its recent years

Thai voters have seemingly rejected the military-backed government as two opposition parties appear to be set for coalition talks.

Initial results show the two Move Forward and Pheu Thai parties surging ahead of the Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha.

The election has been described as a turning point for Thailand which has experienced military coups in its recent years.

The PM led the last coup in 2014 and sought another term in office.

But he has faced strong election challenges from the two anti-military parties.

With 97 per cent of the vote counted, suggests Move Forward will win the most seats followed by Pheu Thai in second place.

About 50 million people were expected to cast their ballots to elect 500 members of the lower house of parliament – with two million voting early.