Siripong Angkasakulkiat, who is also a spokesman for the caretaker government, confirmed remarks made by Prime Minister Anutin that Bhumjaithai was not naming any other PM hopefuls. All three had earlier been rumoured as prospective prime ministerial candidates alongside Mr Anutin. Mr Siripong shrugged off concerns about the political risk of having just one PM candidate, saying Bhumjaithai used the same approach in the 2023 election. Mr Siripong declined to speculate on potential coalition partners, saying the situation would become clearer after the election results. Mr Anutin vowed to strengthen national security, combat smuggling and cybercrime, and ensure sovereignty remains intact.

Source: Bangkok Post December 24, 2025 14:45 UTC