Big Pom Tastes Local Delicacies to Boost Economy and Farmers' Income

Khaosod•Politics•249d ago

Reader Briefing

Former Deputy Prime Minister 'Big Pom' promotes Thai cuisine and agricultural products to stimulate the economy.

•Gen. Prawit Wongsuwan, advisor to the Palang Pracharath Party, reviewed two dishes: Rad Na and Bang Khla Mangoes.
•The initiative aims to boost the Thai economy and increase income for local farmers.
•The review took place during a period of high PM2.5 levels in Bangkok, when outdoor activities were discouraged.
•Gen. Prawit stated his continued desire to benefit the public despite being out of active politics.

Overview

•On Jan 30, 2026, Gen. Prawit Wongsuwan reviewed local food.
•The review occurred during a period of high PM2.5 levels in Bangkok, prompting work-from-home advisories.
•Gen. Prawit Wongsuwan tasted and reviewed the noodle dish 'Rad Na' and 'Jae Phen's Bang Khla Mangoes'.
•The action was taken to help Thai farmers and boost the national economy and agricultural sector.
•Gen. Prawit Wongsuwan stated his intention to benefit the public and help the economy, even after leaving active politics.
•The initiative is expected to stimulate the economy and increase income for Thai farmers.
•Gen. Prawit Wongsuwan encouraged the public to try the recommended dishes, expressing confidence in their quality.

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Key Quotes

พล.อ.ประวิตร วงษ์สุวรรณ

"To help Thai farmers and recommend people try eating, I believe they won't be disappointed. Even though I've retired from politics, I can still do what I like and believe it will benefit the people."

เพื่อช่วยเกษตรกรไทย และแนะนำให้ประชาชนให้ทดลองรับประทาน เชื่อว่าไม่ผิดหวัง แม้ตนจะวางมือทางการเมืองแล้ว แต่ยังสามารถทำสิ่งที่ชอบ และเชื่อว่าจะทำประโยชน์ให้กับประชาชน

Key Entities

Person

Big Pom(บิ๊กป้อม)ℹ️

Gen. Prawit Wongsuwan, Advisor to the Palang Pracharath Party, who reviewed food to boost the economy.

Gen. Prawit Wongsuwan(พล.อ.ประวิตร วงษ์สุวรรณ)ℹ️

Advisor to the Palang Pracharath Party and former Deputy Prime Minister who reviewed food.

Organization

Palang Pracharath Party(พรรคพลังประชารัฐ)ℹ️

Political party for which Gen. Prawit Wongsuwan serves as advisor.

Place

Bangkok(กทม.)ℹ️

The capital city where PM2.5 warnings were issued, affecting activities.

Jae Phen's Bang Khla Mangoes, Chachoengsao Province(มะม่วงเจ๊เพ็ญ อ.บางคล้า จ.ฉะเชิงเทรา)

Agricultural product location in Chachoengsao Province, reviewed by Gen. Prawit Wongsuwan.

Chachoengsao Province(จ.ฉะเชิงเทรา)ℹ️

Province where 'Jae Phen's Bang Khla Mangoes' are located and promoted.

Food

Rad Na(ราดหน้า)

A noodle dish reviewed by Gen. Prawit Wongsuwan for its taste and economic potential.