Prasert Jantararuangtong

Prasert Jantararuangtong (, ; born 1 April 1960) is a Thai politician, currently serving as Deputy Prime Minister of Thailand since 2024 and Minister of Digital Economy and Society since 2023.

Biography Prasert was born on 1 April 1960, in Sikhio district, Nakhon Ratchasima province. His nickname is "Kai." He completed his lower primary education at Mongkolkul Wittaya School and his upper primary education at Thai Wattana Pracharath School. He attended Amnuay Silpa School for lower secondary education and Bodindecha (Sing Singhaseni) School for upper secondary education.

He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics and Business Administration from Kasetsart University and a Master of Public Administration from the National Institute of Development Administration (NIDA).

Prasert remains in the cabinet.despite previously facing a probe by the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) and being referred to the National Anti-Corruption Commission.

Royal decorations Prasert has received the following royal decorations in the Honours System of Thailand: