Muang phon: Yotsanan delivered his closing speech today in Muang Phon, Khon Kaen, marking the conclusion of his campaign tour while addressing multiple provinces. He engaged with his supporters by jumping off the stage to take photos and expressed satisfaction with the 30-baht universal healthcare program, which he claimed helped an elderly woman battle cancer. He declared the Pheu Thai party's commitment to furthering the program to reduce healthcare disparities.
According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Yotsanan Wongsawat, the Pheua Thai Party's prime ministerial candidate, held his final rally at the Phon Municipal Dome in Khon Kaen Province to support Mr. Nattapol Klumrieng, the party's candidate for Member of Parliament in Khon Kaen Constituency 9. Several other Pheua Thai Party MP candidates were present. A large crowd gathered, with attendees showcasing old magazine covers featuring former Prime Ministers Thaksin and Yingluck Shinawatra, indicating support for Mr. Yotsanan and the Pheua Thai team. Throughout the day, Mr. Yotsanan campaigned in four provinces: Nong Bua Lamphu, Chaiyaphum, Maha Sarakham, and Khon Kaen.
In his speech, Mr. Yotsanan emphasized Khon Kaen's potential to become a leading global destination, focusing on cultural tourism and envisioning the province as the top tourism spot within four years. He advocated for holistic tourism in the Northeast region, promoting unity among Isaan's people. He also proposed transforming Khon Kaen into a smart city using science and technology, particularly in policing and transportation.
Mr. Yotsanan highlighted Khon Kaen's academic potential, aiming to elevate local universities to world-class status, with particular support for Khon Kaen University to enter the top 100 globally. He stressed the need for political stability to lift Thailand out of poverty and addressed systemic debt issues, including those affecting farmers, teachers, civil servants, and the elderly. He also reaffirmed his commitment to fighting drug problems over the next four years and encouraged Khon Kaen residents to support the Pheu Thai Party in all constituencies.
Reflecting on his interactions with constituents, Mr. Yotsanan shared a story of a cancer survivor who credited her recovery to the 30-baht universal healthcare scheme, underscoring the party's intention to continue the program. He stated that the scheme represents democracy and aims to reduce healthcare disparities, with a promise to make Thailand's healthcare system the envy of other nations.
Following his speech, Mr. Yotsanan engaged with the crowd, taking photos and conversing with attendees, creating an energetic atmosphere.