New governor 'open to others' ideas'Independent candidate Chadchart Sittipunt is greeted by supporters after the unofficial results show he wins the gubernatorial election on Sunday. (Photo: Pormprom Sattrabhaya)Frontrunner independent candidate Chadchart Sittipunt has declared himself ready to be Bangkok governor for all. His win does not feel like a victory, but a mandate from the people, he said upon learning of the unofficial election results on Sunday. He has pledged to take up recommendations from fellow candidates, especially the MFP governor election manifesto. Mr Chadchart said he believed he can function effectively as a governor without the backing of a party.

Source: Bangkok Post May 23, 2022 00:06 UTC