Yotsanan is not concerned that Phayao is a stronghold of the Kla Tham Party. He says Pheu Thai has a high chance of penetrating the area and believes voters understand the issues related to Anutin's speech affecting their decisions.
On 31 January 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at Ban Mo Market, Phayao Province, Mr. Yotsanan Wongsawat, Pheu Thai's prime ministerial candidate, spoke about campaigning in Phayao, a stronghold of Col. Thammanat Prompao, chairman of the Kla Tham Party advisory board. He said there is a very high chance to break into the area because their policies and candidates have received better-than-expected support. They feel much more confident and believe they will gain the trust of voters in all three constituencies. When asked about Col. Thammanat's claim that village heads, subdistrict chiefs, and the local administrative organization (SAO) are Kla Tham's bases, and whether this represents misuse of state power, Yotsanan said no one truly has a base; the most important base is the people. They communicate directly with the public and do not rely on any party's base. The individuals Col. Thammanat mentioned are all state officials; these will be closely monitored. The party has a team dedicated to ensuring this election is transparent. When asked if they will file complaints with the Election Commission or have the party’s legal team investigate, Yotsanan said the party's team is already monitoring the situation, and if anything improper arises, they will act according to regulations and laws.
When asked about the final campaign phase where many parties start mudslinging without focusing on policies, and whether Pheu Thai’s emphasis on policies can win this election, Yotsanan said the public can discern that speeches and campaigning are about delivering policies. This has always been their approach. Voters want to hear how their quality of life will improve. Therefore, he will strive to communicate policies across each district, explaining what each party offers, and hopes all parties stay focused on this. Regarding the speech by Mr. Anutin Charnvirakul, Prime Minister and Interior Minister, and leader of the Bhumjaithai Party on 30 January, which emphasized nationalism and referenced the 'Uncle' case, Yotsanan said he believes voters will understand the speeches of each prime ministerial candidate. When pressed on whether Anutin’s speech could affect voters’ decisions, Yotsanan responded that the public will understand.