Bangkok: People across Thailand are abuzz with anticipation as "Teng" spearheads the registration of parliamentary candidates, confident in his achievements and determined to address the nation's urgent priorities.
According to Thai News Agency, leaders of the People's Movement are actively registering candidates for parliamentary seats nationwide. Teng, the leader, is optimistic that the public will recognize their accomplishments and place their trust in them. He emphasizes that the momentum is driven by tangible results rather than social media trends, focusing on eliminating illicit activities, maintaining security, managing disasters, and reviving the national economy.
Today, leaders of the People's Party, along with candidates for constituency seats nationwide, visited designated locations by the Election Commission to register their candidacy for the general election scheduled for February 8, 2026. In Bangkok, Mr. Nattapong Ruangpanyawut, leader of the People's Party, led the party's Bangkok parliamentary candidates to register at the Sports Complex 2, Bangkok Youth Center (Thai-Japanese), before addressing the media on the party's readiness for the election.
Mr. Nattapong expressed confidence in the People's Party, asserting that all candidates are committed to creating change. He assured that candidates have undergone rigorous selection processes, ensuring no involvement with shady networks, which are significant issues for the country. He highlighted the necessity for citizens to work together in the upcoming election to eliminate these problems and create a more equitable and globally-savvy Thai society.
Regarding Bangkok, the People's Party is determined to campaign vigorously across all 33 districts to earn the people's trust and achieve a significant outcome. Despite confidence in their prospects, the party remains humble, acknowledging that no single party owns the people's votes. Mr. Nattapong assured that the party is fully committed to campaigning effectively in the remaining time.
When questioned by reporters about the assessment of each People's Party's candidate, Mr. Nattapong confidently stated that candidates would score over 10 points based on their efforts both in their constituencies and in parliament. He emphasized that the People's Party has successfully pushed several laws through the House of Representatives, demonstrating their active role as an opposition party in advancing Thai society.
Mr. Nattapong identified urgent issues such as security threats, cybercrime, and disaster management. He noted that while Thailand is accustomed to annual floods, recent floods in the South have been exceptionally destructive. Additionally, he pointed out challenges in economic development due to prolonged political instability, causing Thailand to lag behind ASEAN.
He further emphasized the lack of equality in Thai society and the People's Party's mission to govern with a professional team. On January 11, 2026, the party plans to unveil a management team free from powerful factions, large corporations, or illicit sources, making them a viable choice for solving the nation's problems.
Addressing the potential impact of changing 10 Bangkok candidates, Mr. Nattapong explained that many have transitioned to the party-list system due to political constraints. He affirmed that these changes have not created obstacles but have instead resulted in the recruitment of highly qualified candidates. He highlighted that many candidates have been with the party since the Future Forward Party era, showcasing their unwavering commitment to the people.
Mr. Nattapong concluded by revealing that today marks the nationwide unveiling of all 400 candidates. He urged the public to follow their progress as they introduce their management team and personnel, emphasizing the party's seriousness about the election and their readiness to lead Thailand forward.
Meanwhile, People's Party candidates from various provinces have registered for the election, with party leaders observing the process in different regions. The registration process concluded with campaign parades across Thailand, with candidates and party leaders joining local parades to engage with the community.