At Siam Square, young people flocked to take photos with Yotsanan during his speech, calling for the country to be transformed through technology. Suriya took a jab at the Orange Party, saying they are not just gray but grayer than others. Meanwhile, Julphan unveiled a policy offering daily prizes of 9 million baht to 9 people and warned the public that choosing 'Teng' would result in becoming test subjects.
On 23 January 2026 at 16:30 at Siam Square, Yotsanan Wongsawat, Pheu Thai’s prime ministerial candidate, led the Bangkok MPs candidates to campaign among young people, students, and working groups visiting Siam Square. He attracted significant attention, with many people requesting photos with him. Supporters also draped various garlands around his neck, including gold garlands and garlands bearing photos of Yotsanan, from his time helping youths with long hair to his current campaign trail. Red sashes inscribed with “Prime Minister Luk Pee Chen” were presented to him. Yotsanan also took photos at a photo booth with fans before walking to the Paragon Park plaza.
At 17:30 at Paragon Park plaza, Pheu Thai held a major campaign rally with all party leaders present, including Yotsanan, Suriya Juangroongruangkit, election director and prime ministerial candidate, Julphan Amornwiwat, another prime ministerial candidate, Prasert Chanruangthong, party secretary-general, Phumtham Wechayachai, Chusak Sirinil, party leaders, and Jatuporn Chaisang, chairman of the Pheu Thai campaign and constitutional referendum committee. Former Prime Minister Phaethongtarn Shinawatra, as head of the Pheu Thai family, also joined the event.
Suriya said the public wants to support Chen and is confident he will lead the government formation.
In his speech, Suriya said that following Yotsanan’s field visits, people have expressed a strong desire to meet him in person, prompting a change from visiting two provinces a day to four, staying overnight where they are. He asked, 'Does everyone want to support Chen?' He thanked all those who helped build the party, but stressed that candidates must not be complacent, as the last two weeks before election day will be critical in determining whether Pheu Thai can form a government. Over 25 years in politics, the more he meets people, the more convinced he is that the country needs a government that can work effectively, not just talk without solving problems. He has seen hardships, debt, and disasters; the country needs a government that acts immediately. Pheu Thai has given people hope before and will prove again that it is the leading party ready to form a government and push policies to the people. There will be no pre-election deals; voters will decide at the polls.
He declared himself the compass pointing to the next prime minister, Yotsanan.
Suriya said analysts often call him and Somsak Thepsuthin, former Minister of Public Health, the 'government compass,' saying wherever they stand signals the government direction. Today, he is not here to be anyone’s compass but to represent the hope and point to the prime minister. The next prime minister of Pheu Thai is Yotsanan. As an engineer, he knows that solid steel is better than plated steel. Some parties play dirty politics, louder and 'grayer' than others. One party formed 7-8 years ago is just now understanding the political context, lowering their policy ceiling and adjusting their platform. Another party, around for 17 years, got government leadership by chance but then focused on transferring civil servants shamelessly to benefit themselves. Have those two parties ever had original policies that the public remembers, ones they developed themselves instead of copying? Pheu Thai is genuine, with policies symbolizing real results through effective governance. He gave three reasons to choose Pheu Thai: experience managing the economy, achievable policies, and a heart for the people. Pheu Thai represents hope for the people. The country's future should not be left to chance but to the people's decision. Pheu Thai can deliver.
Yotsanan called to transform the country through technology.
Yotsanan declared that on 8 February, he will turn everyone’s dreams and hopes into reality. He is ready to be the prime minister for all Thais. He does not know how long he will remain in this world but wants to make Thailand a safe country where future generations can do what they want. In the next four years, they will build the land with their own hands, and everything must be possible. For example, 20% of the Netherlands lies below sea level, yet they have no floods—this is the power of technology. Switzerland, 12 times smaller than Thailand, transformed its cold climate into a global health care destination, raising income levels. Singapore unites many ethnicities with no corruption. These three countries harness science and technology, which Yotsanan believes Thailand can do. He is ready to show the way and be prime minister to change Thailand with science and technology.
He proposed establishing a new department to manage water drainage.
Yotsanan continued that water problems have long troubled the country. If he becomes prime minister, he will solve the entire water system. They will study tidal seawater intrusion and establish a new department specifically to manage drainage. Currently, no one wants dams built, but small weirs can be constructed to prevent floods and coastal erosion. The country must solve flooding and drought problems. Regarding corruption, they will tackle the whole system by creating laws, cyber systems, and education so that one-third of the population, regardless of age, learns about AI. Then, data from multiple ministries will be integrated to solve corruption issues.
Julphan unveiled a policy offering daily prizes of 9 million baht to 9 people.
Julphan said that over the past month, everyone has become familiar with Pheu Thai’s policies. Today, he announced another policy: 'Get rich daily with 1 million baht for 9 people.' Every day, 9 winners will be chosen from five groups, each receiving one million baht. The first four millionaires come from four groups: 1) Farmers—1.7 million households are still unregistered, making it hard for the government to provide targeted support and adapt; now, registering will give farmers a chance to become millionaires daily. 2) Those who sacrifice for public benefit, such as village health volunteers and community health workers. 3) The growing elderly population. 4) Taxpayers, who are vital economic drivers. Each group will have one winner daily. The other five winners come from shoppers: anyone with a receipt from purchases will be randomly selected to receive one million baht daily, including holidays. Those not winning lose nothing but enjoy the convenience of digital receipts and daily hope. Entrepreneurs will benefit by upgrading their shops to international standards through a free government service, attracting more customers motivated by this policy. The government will have data on price changes to respond promptly and accurately.
Julphan warned voters that choosing 'Teng' means becoming test subjects.
Julphan said, 'Many have been waiting to hear what Nim would say about me, but sorry, I am no longer on Nim’s radar because talking to Nim never ends—there is still someone behind him. Today, Nim wants to send a message to another person standing at the gates of the Government House, barred from entry. We have fought conservatism for 20 years. Teng has overturned everything, taking 14 million votes to place Nim as prime minister. Teng played with the people's votes, calling it a failed experiment. Nim, I want to ask Teng who paid the price for this failed experiment? The events in Hat Yai, civil servant transfers, the SEA Games organization—they caused chaos. Thailand is not a playground. We have no time to let the country be a testing ground. Thai people are not Teng's test subjects. Choosing Teng means becoming test subjects. Choosing Pheu Thai means Chen, Yotsanan Wongsawat, will surely be prime minister, overhauling Thailand. If you decide, vote for Pheu Thai with two ballots and send Chen Yotsanan as prime minister.'
