BANGKOK: Democrat Party launches #ThailandWon’tTolerate campaign, led by Abhisit Vejjajiva. Policies to address corruption, education, and economic challenges to be revealed.
The Democrat Party has launched its new campaign #ThailandWon’tTolerate, with Abhisit Vejjajiva leading the way in unveiling the party’s policies and campaign motto on Dec 22.
Party spokesperson Pongsakorn Kwanmuang emphasized the importance of addressing the country’s long-standing problems, including corruption, poor-quality education, and recurring issues that citizens have been forced to endure.
The party is calling for a change, stating that the time to "tolerate" these problems is over.
Pongsakorn stated that the party is actively engaging with the public, listening to their concerns, and using this feedback to shape their upcoming policies.
A poll will be released on Dec 20 to gather more input from the public on what issues they’ve been forced to tolerate and how the party can address them effectively.
On Dec 22, Abhisit will officially present the party's plans for tackling these issues, focusing on honest politics and professionalism.
Regarding the party's economic policies, Pongsakorn expressed confidence in the Democrat Party's ability to address the country's economic challenges.
He mentioned that Abhisit, as an economist, has the expertise to manage the economy comprehensively. The party's vice-leaders will oversee different economic areas, ensuring a balanced and effective approach to economic solutions.
As for the Prime Ministerial candidates, Pongsakorn confirmed that the two remaining candidates will be from within the party, aligning with the party's policy to select experienced professionals who understand various fields, including the economy, new technologies, and political matters.
He also addressed speculation about the potential candidacy of Karndee Leopairote, noting that she is a capable and high-potential member of the party. However, the final decision on the PM candidates will be made by the party’s executive committee.
In comparison to other parties like Bhumjaithai, Pongsakorn pointed out that while some parties have yet to finalise their candidates, the Democrat Party is focused on selecting candidates who can truly serve the nation’s best interests. - The Nation/ANN
