Bangkok: "Chulaphan" spearheaded the Pheu Thai Party's campaign in the Suan Luang 1 community, focusing on strategies to draw tourists and generate new income sources. During the campaign, he also encountered a supporter of former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra, proudly displaying an autographed banknote.
According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Chulaphan Amornvivat, leader and prime minister candidate of the Pheu Thai Party, along with Ms. Penpisut Chintasophon, Bangkok Constituency 3 candidate, and party list candidates Ms. Anuttama Amornvivat and Mr. Nannat Hongchuvech, visited the Suan Luang 1 community, situated in the Bang Kho Laem - Khan Na Yao district. The visit aimed to connect with the local Muslim community and explore avenues for economic development.
Upon arrival, Mr. Chulaphan and his team engaged with the public and local vendors. They also encountered Mr. Saroch Toetianchai, a Bhumjaithai Party candidate, exchanging greetings and wishing each other well in their respective campaigns. The community's support was evident as they presented Mr. Chulaphan and his team with orchids. Throughout the visit, Mr. Chulaphan introduced Ms. Penpisut and Professor Yoschanan Wongsawat, the Pheu Thai Party's prime ministerial candidate, to the public.
The campaign continued at the Khlong Charoen Krung 103 market, where Mr. Chulaphan engaged with residents, many of whom inquired about Mr. Yotsanu Wongsawat. The community extended New Year's greetings, and one household shared a 20-baht banknote signed by Thaksin Shinawatra, reminiscing about a campaign event two decades ago.
Mr. Chulaphan expressed that the community's response was encouraging, highlighting the Pheu Thai Party's longstanding connection with the area due to his family's presence. He noted the positive reception and warm welcome as motivators for the campaign.
The market visit underscored the area's unique identity and potential. The campaign discussions focused on strategies to attract visitors from outside the community, aligning with the Pheu Thai Party's vision of fostering new opportunities and income streams for local residents.