Yasothon: Yotsanan Wongsawat, the Pheu Thai Party's prime ministerial candidate, made a fervent appeal to the residents of Yasothon to vote decisively in favor of the Pheu Thai party. His campaign promises centered around tackling systemic issues, with a focus on policies such as creating millionaires, eradicating poverty, transforming the city into a tourist hotspot, and promoting organic farming. His arrival in Yasothon was met with a warm reception from villagers, who adorned him with garlands to the extent that he needed assistance to reach the stage.
According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Yotsanan Wongsawat, along with his delegation, arrived in Yasothon Province at 12:00 PM to engage with the public and rally support at the Yasothon Provincial Stadium in Mueang District. The event aimed to bolster the campaigns of Mr. Weerasak Kotsombat, Mr. Boonkaew Somwong, and Mr. Pichet Kumarsit, candidates from Yasothon's constituencies.
The rally drew an impressive crowd, eager to hear Mr. Yotsanan's address. The attendees demonstrated their enthusiasm by showering him with various offerings, including scarves, flowers, marigold garlands, and local delicacies, making it challenging for him to reach the stage. Mr. Nattawut Saikua, a campaign assistant, humorously commented on the overwhelming display of support, suggesting that voters channel their enthusiasm into votes.
In his speech, Mr. Yotsanan expressed delight at the turnout and humorously introduced himself as a citizen of Yasothon. He implored the crowd to support the Pheu Thai Party's candidates, promising to address fundamental issues such as farmers' prosperity and food pricing. He outlined plans to create wealth, pledging that the party would make nine millionaires daily and tackle systemic challenges.
Mr. Yotsanan detailed policies like a 30% profit guarantee for farmers and measures to address water management issues. He urged residents to vote for the party in the upcoming election on February 8th, promising to revitalize Yasothon's tourism and support local businesses with economic stimulus initiatives.
The candidate also addressed the need for a sustainable solution to financial inequalities, proposing daily lottery prizes to aid farmers and tax filers. He reiterated the party's commitment to combating drug-related issues and poverty, emphasizing long-standing efforts under the Thai Rak Thai banner.
Mr. Yotsanan concluded by highlighting the party's healthcare policy and the importance of winning all three constituencies to secure his position as the 33rd Prime Minister, pledging to continue the fight against poverty and inequality.