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Bangkok Governor Election 2026

Next-gen expects trash cleanup, housing reform

Jun 28, 2026
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By: Pitthayut Suradee and Akarawin Rimcharone
Chadchart vs Chaiwat

As Bangkok undergoes its gubernatorial election today, two front-running candidates are proposing sharply different visions for the city. Chadchart Sittipunt, the former Pheu Thai transport minister, now an independent and an incumbent known for steady administration, faces Chaiwat Sathawo…

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