Chatchart unveils new team, denies 'ancestor system'

Khaosod•Politics•12d ago

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Bangkok Governor Chatchart Sittipunt announced his re-formed executive team for his second term, maintaining key advisors while refuting allegations of nepotism.

•Bangkok Governor Chatchart Sittipunt officially took office for his second term on July 9, 2026.
•A new executive team and advisory committee were unveiled, with some personnel changes.
•Chatchart denied the existence of an 'ancestor system' or nepotism in his appointments, emphasizing transparency and merit.
•Tansak Chotimongkol, previously in a more prominent role, will serve as a senior advisor.
•The new appointments aim to enhance the operational efficiency and strategic direction of the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration.

Overview

•On July 9, 2026, Chatchart Sittipunt officially assumed his second term as Governor of Bangkok in order to continue public service.
•Chatchart Sittipunt participated in a ceremony at the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration to officially take up his post.
•Governor Chatchart Sittipunt met with the Permanent Secretary and Deputy Permanent Secretaries of Bangkok to discuss administrative strategies.
•Chatchart Sittipunt announced the new executive team and advisory committee, resulting in a restructured leadership.
•Governor Chatchart Sittipunt stated, 'There is no 'ancestor system,' we don't have enough positions, so the team has been adjusted' to address public concerns.
•Tansak Chotimongkol was moved to the position of Senior Advisor, resulting in a shift in his advisory role.
•Chatchart Sittipunt reiterated, 'I confirm there is no 'ancestor system,' and I believe the public understands as well' to dispel rumors.
•Governor Chatchart emphasized, 'We do not buy positions; we are here with transparency and do everything correctly' as a commitment to ethical governance.

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Key Quotes

Chatchart Sittipunt

"There is no 'ancestor system,' we don't have enough positions, so the team has been adjusted."

ไม่มีระบบอากง ตำแหน่งเราไม่พอ จึงมีการปรับเปลี่ยนทีม

Chatchart Sittipunt

"I confirm there is no 'ancestor system,' and I believe the public understands as well."

ยืนยันไม่มีระบบอากง เข้าใจว่าประชาชนก็เข้าใจเช่นกัน

Chatchart Sittipunt

"We do not buy positions; we are here with transparency and do everything correctly."

เราไม่มีการซื้อตำแหน่ง อยู่ตรงนี้ด้วยความโปร่งใส ทำทุกอย่างด้วยความถูกต้อง

Key Entities

Person

Chatchart Sittipunt(ชัชชาติ)ℹ️

Governor of Bangkok, re-elected for his second term.

Tansak Chotimongkol(ต่อศักดิ์)

Former executive team member who will serve as a Senior Advisor.

Jakkapan Tiwawongs(จักกพันธุ์)

Appointed as the President of the Governor's Advisory Board.

Pornprom Vikitsreth(พรหรหม)