Officers
The President of the National Assembly of Thailand is an ex-officio position occupied by the Speaker of the House of Representatives of Thailand, who upon election as Speaker of the House, will automatically assume office as President of the National Assembly. The Vice President of the National Assembly of Thailand is also an ex-officio position occupied by the President of the Senate of Thailand. The current officers are:
| Title | Name | Appointment |
|---|---|---|
| President of the National Assembly and Speaker of the House of Representatives |
Somsak Kiatsuranont | 1 August 2011 |
| Vice President of the National Assembly and President of the Senate |
Nikom Wairatpanij | 23 August 2012 |
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