Thailand’s Pita Limjaroenrat did not secure enough votes to take on the role and end the country’s decade-long military-backed rule. Limjaroenrat garnered 316 votes, falling short of the 376 votes required in the 750-member parliament. However, Limjaroenrat still has a chance at the position during a re-vote this month. Despite the setback, the Thai baht strengthened 1% against the dollar, and the domestic stock market also saw an uptick.