Anutin revealed that the party meeting discussed policies for the campaign, adhering to four main pillars emphasizing economic security and national stability. He avoided answering whether Suphajee accepted the prime minister candidacy, stating that everyone is still working with Bhumjaithai.
On 19 Dec 2025 GMT+7, Mr. Anutin Charnvirakul, Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, and leader of the Bhumjaithai Party, said after the party’s strategic meeting that they discussed policy proposals. Candidates and party members deliberated to present policies, supporting those suitable and withdrawing those not fitting the current situation. This is part of ongoing discussion steps as there is still time.
When asked if they could reveal campaign policies, Anutin said they preferred to wait until they are fully developed and polished. The main themes focus on four areas: economic security, national security, quality of life security, and technological security. Other components will be included, such as the MOU 43-44.
Regarding economic policies previously successful, like the Khon La Khrueng Plus project, Anutin said these are part of the economic security aspect, focusing on money circulation that stimulates the economy and social stability.
Asked whether Mr. Akniti Nitithanprapas and Ms. Suphajee Suthumpun have accepted the Bhumjaithai Party’s prime minister candidacy, Anutin said discussions are ongoing. They need to consider and consult first but confirmed that everyone currently working with the government has pledged to continue collaborating in their respective areas of expertise.
When pressed if Suphajee has accepted, Anutin reiterated, "Everyone has agreed to support the Bhumjaithai Party." We have everyone who has worked together on the team. Previously, the prime minister candidate list was just one person, which was sufficient. But the political context means if an incident occurs, some parties may run out of prime minister candidates. So, we emphasize capable people. The candidates for prime minister are kept as a backup. He also stressed, The most important are the workers. The economic team leads include Ms. Suphajee and Mr. Akniti, divided into branches. Suphajee oversees commerce and industry economics, while Akniti manages finance, macroeconomics, fiscal discipline, and budget control.
Meanwhile, Mr. Sihasak Puangketkaew, Minister of Foreign Affairs, handles international relations and uses diplomacy to strengthen Thailand’s security on the global stage.
When reporters asked if Suphajee declines the prime minister candidacy, would she be invited to serve as a minister again, Anutin said he had already answered that. Asked if it would be Mr. Sihasak instead, he reiterated they have these personnel in the team. If Bhumjaithai is trusted by the public to govern after the election, these figures will remain in the government. When asked when clarity would come, Anutin replied some matters are party affairs, then laughed and asked reporters, “What does that mean?” "Don’t..." before laughing again.
Regarding the heated election in Songkhla’s 2nd district, after Dr. Suphat Hasuwannakit, director of Saba Yoi Hospital and chairman of the Rural Doctors Club, declared candidacy for the People's Party, Anutin said he doesn’t focus on specific districts. Everyone running for Bhumjaithai has the knowledge and abilities, and each district has responsible persons.
When asked again about Dr. Suphat’s past differing opinions during Anutin’s tenure as Minister of Public Health, Anutin exclaimed "Oh!" before saying, "We love each other dearly."