Ignoring Threats, 'Teng' Says 'Grey Money Will Dominate If We're Not Chosen,' Sparking Nationalism.

Khaosod•Politics•267d ago

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People's Party leader Nattapong Rueangpanyawut challenges anti-election fraud whistleblower while warning of 'dirty money' influence and potential border conflicts impacting the January 30, 2026 election.

•Nattapong Rueangpanyawut, leader of the People's Party, dismisses accusations regarding candidate qualifications.
•He urges political activist Chuvit Kamolvisit to reveal all alleged information at once.
•Rueangpanyawut warns that 'grey money' amounting to trillions globally is a threat to Thailand and its political system.
•He expresses concern about potential border clashes and emphasizes the Election Commission's readiness for the January 30, 2026 election.

Overview

•On Jan 30, 2026, Nattapong Rueangpanyawut, leader of the People's Party and prime ministerial candidate, stated that candidate qualifications for constituency elections in Phrae are valid.
•Nattapong Rueangpanyawut urged political activist Chuvit Kamolvisit to reveal all information immediately rather than in daily installments to clarify the situation.
•Nattapong Rueangpanyawut asserted that the People's Party is prepared to handle any factual information that emerges to prevent negative impacts on their campaign.
•Nattapong Rueangpanyawut observed that the current election has the highest amount of money spent on vote-buying in history, estimating that tens of billions of baht could 'buy the country.'
•Nattapong Rueangpanyawut highlighted that 'grey money' globally could be in the hundreds of trillions of baht, with significant amounts flowing into Thailand and becoming intertwined with Thai politics.
•Nattapong Rueangpanyawut cautioned Thai citizens against voting for individuals who engage in vote-buying within their communities, urging them to choose the People's Party for better politics.
•Nattapong Rueangpanyawut expressed concern about potential border clashes that could disrupt the election, emphasizing the Election Commission's role in ensuring transparency.
•Nattapong Rueangpanyawut stated that the Election Commission must prepare for potential conflicts by arranging transparent and fair elections even in evacuation centers, if necessary, due to events on the Cambodian border.

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Key Quotes

Nattapong Rueangpanyawut

"If you don't choose us, grey will dominate."

ไม่เลือกเรา เทามาแน่

Nattapong Rueangpanyawut

"If you have anything, reveal it. Don't just speak daily like this."

มีอะไรก็เปิดมาเลย อย่ามาพูดรายวันแบบนี้

Nattapong Rueangpanyawut

"If all Thai people don't want to see grey money take over and seize the country, especially the parliament, don't vote for those who buy votes in your villages and communities. If you want better politics, choose the People's Party."

ถ้าคนไทยทุกคนไม่อยากเห็นสีเทาเข้ามาครอบครอง ยึดประเทศ โดยเฉพาะเข้ามายึดกลุ่มรัฐสภา ที่เป็นศูนย์รวมอำนาจของประชาชน ครั้งนี้อย่ากาให้กับคนที่มาซื้อเสียงในหมู่บ้าน ในชุมชนของคุณ แล้วถ้าอยากได้การเมืองที่ดีกว่าก็เลือกพรรคประชาชน

Key Entities

Person

Teng(เท้ง)

A political figure, leader of the People's Party, and prime ministerial candidate who made statements regarding the election.

Nattapong Rueangpanyawut(นายณัฐพงษ์ เรืองปัญญาวุฒิ)

Leader of the People's Party and prime ministerial candidate, who addressed concerns about candidate qualifications, 'dirty money' in politics, and election preparedness.

Chuvit Kamolvisit(นายชูวิทย์ กมลวิศิษฎ์)

A political activist who has been reportedly exposing irregularities concerning candidates of the People's Party.

Organization

People's Party(พรรคประชาชน)

A political party whose candidates' qualifications and campaign strategies are under scrutiny; represented by its leader, Nattapong Rueangpanyawut.

Election Commission (ECT)(กกต.)

The electoral body responsible for overseeing the upcoming election, which is urged to prepare for potential disruptions.

Place

Phrae(แพร่)ℹ️

A province where the People's Party has candidates whose qualifications were questioned.

Cambodia(กัมพูชา)ℹ️

A neighboring country whose border is a point of concern for potential clashes that could affect the election.

Timeline

January 30, 2026(30 ม.ค. 2569)

The date of the upcoming election, around which concerns about disruptions and transparency are being discussed.