Khon kaen: "Natthapong" and his Khon Kaen candidate campaigned by riding a motorized tricycle.
According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Nattapong Ruangpanyawut, the People's Party's prime ministerial candidate, along with lawyer Pok, Mr. Veeranan Huadsri, the People's Party's candidate for Member of Parliament in Khon Kaen District 1, participated in a campaign parade using tricycles and motorcycles with sidecars. They toured around Khon Kaen city, greeting citizens and introducing the People's Party's election policies. The morning's activities were well-received by people along the route. During the parade, Mr. Nattapong thanked the public for their trust in the last election, where they successfully elected lawyer Pok to parliament. He then asked for their support again to vote him in as the 33rd Prime Minister. The atmosphere was lively, with citizens, vendors, and shoppers warmly welcoming them, requesting photos, and expressing admiration, saying, "People's Party, keep fighting! We hope Pok becomes Prime Minister!"
During a press conference, Mr. Nattapong answered questions from the media, including inquiries about his confidence in the upcoming election. He stated, 'I'm in Khon Kaen this time to wish everyone a Happy New Year and to help lawyer Pok Weeranun Huadsri campaign to defend his title. Khon Kaen is a crucial area for the People's Party, holding 11 seats, and we've previously received the trust of the people in the past, winning 3 seats, a number that increases every year. I am confident that this year, the people of Khon Kaen will vote for us in even greater numbers. We are certain that if we form a government this time, we will definitely improve the country, starting with transforming Khon Kaen into an orange color. For this election, we are fully prepared in every aspect. Our candidates are high-quality, our management team is professional with knowledge, ability, and all-around qualifications, and our policies have been carefully considered and are achievable. I invite the public to join us on January 11, 2026. The People's Party will officially launch its management team, ready to work if elected by the people to form a government.'
Khon Kaen has a total of 11 constituencies. The People's Party has fielded candidates in all 11 constituencies as follows: Weeranun Huadsri, Constituency 1 (Number 3); Itthipol Choltharasiri, Constituency 2 (Number 5); Chatchawan Apirakmanmong, Constituency 3 (Number 4); Wutirak Paengtakaew, Constituency 4 (Number 8); Khanang Raknonsoong, Constituency 5 (Number 2); Apichai Chatameena, Constituency 6 (Number 3); Weeraphat Meesakulthipyanon, Constituency 7 (Number 6); Yodphet Udmuangpia, Constituency 8 (Number 1); Kamonchanok Suphanfai, Constituency 9 (Number 3); Niwat Saraprom, Constituency 10 (Number 3); and Natthanicha Sarabann, Constituency 11 (Number 3).
Later, Mr. Nattapong participated in a meet-and-greet event with party supporters at Coffee de la. The atmosphere was lively, with a large crowd of fans filling the cafe. Nattapong began by greeting the people and expressing confidence that if the People's Party formed a government, they could definitely improve Thailand. He stated, "Two years ago, everyone underestimated the former Move Forward Party, saying it couldn't become the number one party, but we succeeded. Today, everyone underestimates us, saying we can't form a government, but in this election, we will do our best to become the government of all Thai people."
Mr. Nattapong continued, 'In the recent vote for Prime Minister, the People's Party's key objective was to amend the constitution to reduce the power of independent organizations, preventing political persecution and the unfair use of state power against the people. Mr. Anutin's statement that dissolving parliament at the party leader's command was merely a ploy to legitimize the situation, and that there was no genuine intention to amend the constitution as promised, is a crucial reason why we must aim for the highest number of votes for the People's Party. If we have sufficient support, we can form a government and push forward policies that benefit the people, as we have no vested interests with any capitalists. Therefore, if we have good politics, Thailand can attract more talented and qualified individuals to join the government, building a Thailand that truly belongs to the people.'
Mr. Nattapong is scheduled to give a speech at the "One Vote, Change the Future of Khon Kaen" rally at BirdGarden at 6:00 PM before traveling to Udon Thani to campaign for candidates on January 4, 2026.