Nattapong called for overwhelming support of both People’s Party ballots to establish a people’s government, launching the final campaign phase. Nationwide caravans will be deployed, emphasizing that the Social Security Fund must be professionally managed. He believes that avoiding gray-zone politics is a key strength.
At 14:00 on 25 Jan 2026 GMT+7, Nattapong Ruangpanyawut, leader of the People’s Party and prime ministerial candidate, spoke about campaigning at Siam Square One before a major speech at 16:00 at Samyan Mitrtown. He described the atmosphere as lively and expressed gratitude for the positive response. Regardless of the area, they prioritize all locations, believing today is another opportunity to invite everyone to make new history in Thai politics. He urged people to view the election as a choice between the politics of the past and a future-oriented politics to build a better Thailand for future generations.
For the final campaign push, there will be eight caravans covering all provinces nationwide. He asked everyone to follow their campaign and noted a major rally in the final phase. They are confident the People’s Party will win enough votes to form a people’s government. Regarding political risks, they have managed them all. He asked everyone to be fully confident: if you want a better Thailand, there’s no need to hesitate—vote for both People’s Party ballots and build a people’s government together.
Nattapong added that besides unveiling a professional management team, today’s rally will clearly show that hesitation in this election means leaving the country stuck in the past. He invited everyone to vote for the strategy of forming a people’s government together. This time, the Senate members will no longer vote for prime minister. If the people reach consensus to reject old-style politics and want politics that build a future for the next generations, then vote for both People’s Party ballots.
Regarding the recent NIDA Poll showing his popularity highest in Samut Prakan Province, he thanked the people there and other provinces. Their popularity is rising and widening the gap. Polls fluctuate, but they remain undeterred and will work hard until election day.
He said people can express opinions and analyses but urged everyone to remember that politics is about change. The past eight years were not about them but about the people who proved that their votes turned the impossible into possible—from Future Forward Party’s predicted under-80 seats to becoming the number one party in 2023 against analysts’ expectations.
As opposition for eight years, many laws once thought impossible to pass—progressive alcohol laws, marriage equality, labor protection—were passed thanks to the people's voices. Other key issues include military conscription reform and police law amendments to imprison corrupt officials, and pushing for greater transparency in the Social Security Fund. Only the people's voice can turn issues once rejected into those accepted.
, , Regarding final campaign issues involving Pita Limjaroenrat, former Move Forward Party leader and People’s Party campaign assistant, who may revive past rhetoric, Nattapong said Pita has clarified and expressed his feelings and intentions. He believes most people now understand their communication. He reaffirmed that the People’s Party supports the military in defending the country and wants to modernize the armed forces and improve welfare for lower-ranking soldiers.
When asked about needing votes from multiple parties to elect a prime minister without the Senate, Nattapong responded, "Our goal is to secure enough support from the people. If we win more than half the seats in parliament, there is no concern. If not, we must lead by 30-40 seats over the second party to prevent coalitions from competing. Our vision looks beyond that—to invite everyone to the country’s solution: forming a people’s government. If people believe in this, vote overwhelmingly for the People’s Party to close all other doors and ensure a people’s government."
Nattapong also addressed the heated debate over the Social Security Fund, the country’s largest fund. Workers who contribute may feel conflicted about government mismanagement—such as spending on calendars or building cafeterias at the Ministry of Labor, or overpriced property purchases. By contrast, the Government Pension Fund, funded by civil servants, is managed by the private sector. He believes their demands are reasonable: to ensure workers’ contributions are spent transparently and benefit them maximally.
Asked whether Labor Minister Trinuch Thienthong should clarify these issues, Nattapong said she can take a stance anytime. But past politics, including investigations into the SKYY9 building purchase and involvement of former ministers, have now converged into the same party.
Fixing the Social Security Fund inevitably involves politics. Previous ministers with questionable backgrounds have not been adequately addressed because the prime minister prioritized political reasons over standards. Managing gray-zone politics is essential to ensure Social Security Fund and state budgets are transparent and reach the people. Political reform must come first. Regarding claims of 80 billion baht profit, Nattapong said with more professional management, the fund’s returns could be even higher.
In the final campaign phase, major leaders like Thanathorn Juangroongruangkit and Pita will campaign together to energize the political momentum before election day. Nattapong emphasized that regardless of who is involved, they work to create change. Even those currently barred from politics still continue to strive for transformation. He urged everyone to recognize these intentions and move forward together to build change in the country.
Regarding Nattawut Saikua’s speech at the Pheu Thai Party rally opposing Viroj Lakkhanadisorn, People’s Party candidate, about proposing a 100-day amnesty bill including Article 112 repeal if they form government, Nattapong reiterated they can proceed without repealing existing laws. He insisted amnesty for political dissidents should not be selective, as such discrimination prevents justice and social reconciliation.
When analysts say the People’s Party lacks sufficient experience to govern, Nattapong responded that if solving the country’s problems depended solely on political tenure, one should compare other parties’ ages and experience. He believes their party includes all generations, from youth to experienced individuals. Their lack of past involvement in gray-zone politics is their greatest strength, enabling them to eliminate corruption from politics and bureaucracy. Their policies are ready to bring change. They have professional management and a committed team with no conflicts of interest tied to past gray politics.
At the end, Nattapong addressed advance voting and overseas referendum voting, noting large voter turnout but some countries face ballot delivery issues. He urged avoiding past problems where overseas ballot boxes failed to arrive, causing Thai expatriates to lose voting rights. Having recently visited the U.S. and met the Thai embassy, he reported unclear overseas voting regulations. The Election Commission must expedite measures to ensure all agencies, domestic and abroad, can perform optimally to protect all Thai voters’ voices.