Bangkok: The Pheu Thai Party conducted a campaign in Yaowarat, with prime ministerial candidate Yotchanan Wongsawat and other party leaders paying respects at Wat Traimit Temple for good fortune in 2026. According to Thai News Agency, Yotchanan, along with party leader Julaphan Amornvivat and deputy leaders Chakraphong Saengmanee and Pongkavin Chulrungruangkit, supported Dr. Yanakit Huangsap, a candidate for Bangkok Constituency 1. During the visit, Yotchanan received a Narayana riding Garuda amulet and blessings from a monk. The team also paid respects to Somdej Phra Phutthacharn, the abbot of Wat Traimit, seeking blessings for prosperity in the coming year. Somdej Phra Phutthacharn encouraged Yotchanan to work for the country's prosperity and presented the group with amulets. The campaign continued with public engagement at the Odeon Roundabout, where Yotchanan was warmly welcomed by locals. The group then visited the Tian Hua Foundation, where Yotchanan prayed for strength to serve the citizens and for the party's success in forming a unified government. The campaign also highlighted Yaowarat's culinary scene, with Yotchanan sampling food from renowned local restaurants, which he described as a significant asset in promoting Thai culture. He emphasized the importance of revitalizing Bangkok's economy by leveraging various cultural aspects to attract tourists. In an interview, Yotchanan expressed confidence in the Pheu Thai Party's chances of winning in the city center, citing long-standing work in the area and policies aimed at improving infrastructure and tourism to benefit local residents. He envisioned the upcoming year as one of hope for everyone.
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