A profile of Monporn Charoensri, four-term MP from Nakhon Phanom and former Deputy Minister of Transport, rumored to take the position of 2nd Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives under the Pheu Thai Party quota.
On 9 March 2026, reporters reported that government formation is nearly 100% certain, led by the Bhumjaithai Party in coalition with Pheu Thai, Palang Pracharath, Prachachat, and several smaller parties, excluding Kla Party, Democrat Party, and Sai Ruam Phalang. Ministry portfolios have been allocated. Names for Speaker and Deputy Speakers (1st and 2nd) of the House have started circulating, especially for the 2nd Deputy Speaker position reserved for Pheu Thai, with Dr. Monporn Charoensri, or MP Duean, representing Nakhon Phanom's 2nd district, being mentioned.
Earlier, on 4 March 2026, Dr. Monporn reported to the Election Commission Office and was interviewed about rumors of his appointment as 2nd Deputy Speaker of the House. He said he was surprised to hear his name mentioned but that the party had not yet discussed any positions.
Regarding his political background, Dr. Monporn Charoensri, 60 years old, completed primary school at Sunthornvichit School in Mueang District, Nakhon Phanom; secondary education at Nakhon Phanom Wittayakhom School in Mueang District, Nakhon Phanom; and attended St. Teresa International College, Bangkok. He holds a bachelor's degree in political science from Ramkhamhaeng University, a master's degree in political science from Ramkhamhaeng University, and a doctorate in political communication from Krirk University, Bangkok.
His political experience includes two terms as a member of the Nakhon Phanom Provincial Administrative Organization council representing Mueang District 2 since 1994, two terms as deputy mayor of Nakhon Phanom Provincial Administrative Organization, one term as mayor, and in 2011 he was elected MP for Nakhon Phanom's 2nd district under Pheu Thai Party. He served as spokesperson for the Parliamentary Commission on Political Development and Public Participation, spokesperson for the Parliamentary Commission on Buddhism, Arts and Culture, secretary of the Consumer Protection Commission, deputy secretary of the Pheu Thai Party, secretary of the opposition whip, and chair of the Nakhon Phanom Women's Development Committee.
Dr. Monporn is a beloved representative who has won four consecutive elections with overwhelming majorities. He is known for his humility, simplicity, accessibility, and loyalty to his constituents and party, never switching political sides. He focuses on solving livelihood problems, creating jobs and careers, and addressing low agricultural product prices, earning public recognition and personal electoral support every term.
In the 14 May 2023 parliamentary elections, Dr. Monporn faced a major challenger crossing over from district 1: Mr. Supachai Phosu, also known as Kru Kaew, former MP for district 1 from Bhumjaithai Party and a key party strategist. With his influence and power, he led Bhumjaithai to challenge for the seat, aiming to unseat the Pheu Thai incumbent.
For Pheu Thai, Dr. Monporn, the incumbent MP for district 2, led the campaign team, successfully defending the seat with strong personal support and trust in Pheu Thai's policy implementation during their time in government. MP Duean consistently highlighted constituents' problems and acted as opposition in parliament for four years, especially advocating drug policy reform, reducing living costs, and addressing low agricultural prices. This earned him overwhelming support in district 2, receiving 39,800 votes, nearly 10,000 more than his closest competitor. Pheu Thai’s party-list votes in district 2 exceeded 50,000.
In 2023, under Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin's government, Dr. Monporn was appointed Deputy Minister of Transport, marking a political milestone as the first female politician from Nakhon Phanom province to become a minister.
Most recently, in the 8 February 2026 election, Dr. Monporn won decisively,by a landslide margin.He was elected again as MP for Nakhon Phanom’s 2nd district.