Bangkok: Confirming that the Palang Pracharath Party did not collude with the Bhumjaithai Party to support Thaworn in the Songkhla Provincial Administrative Organization election. Ekkanat Promphan, Minister of Industry and Secretary-General of the Ruam Thai Sang Chart Party, clarified that the Palang Pracharath Party did not collaborate with the Bhumjaithai Party to back Thaworn Senneam’s candidacy for the Songkhla Provincial Administrative Organization presidency. Ekkanat emphasized that Pimpatra Wichakul has not switched parties to leverage her position as an MP to support Thaworn.
According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Ekkanat addressed issues surrounding candidate support for the provincial administrative organization president, noting the sensitivity of local politics. He mentioned that the Ruam Thai Sang Chart Party supports multiple teams across provinces and focuses on national policies in preparation for the national election. Despite rumors, he denied any alliance with the Bhumjaithai Party to oppose t
he Democrat Party in Songkhla, underscoring the distinct nature of local and national elections.
Ekkanat explained that national-level politics differ significantly from local elections, which should be determined by local constituents. He noted the potential challenges when competing in local elections, as winning could strain relationships with political allies. He asserted that local politics does not directly translate to national-level influence, though they are interconnected.
Addressing rumors about Ms. Pimpattra Wichakul moving to the Bhumjaithai Party after supporting a mayoral candidate in Nakhon Si Thammarat, Ekkanat dismissed the speculation as mere gossip. He clarified that multiple parties, not just Bhumjaithai, supported the successful candidate, emphasizing the independence of MPs in local elections. Ekkanat reiterated the sensitivity of local electoral matters and affirmed the autonomy of local representatives in their political endorsements.