"Tae Rama 7" launched Phasaphong as a candidate for Bangkok governor, unveiling ultra-modern policies including flying cars, dinosaur cloning, space tourism, drinkable Khlong Saen Saeb water, and parental leave allocation.
On 21 May 2026, Mr. Mongkolkit Suksiltharanon, known as "Tae Rama 7," chairman of the advisory group "Bangkok Can Fly," announced Mr. Phasaphong Chaiwiriyanavanich as the prospective Bangkok governor candidate. Mongkolkit explained he did not run himself due to eligibility restrictions. He chose Phasaphong, a former diplomat’s son, for their aligned ideals, unlike two former ministers and an ex-MP who previously approached him with vote-buying campaign methods, as well as some 2022 governor candidates who rejected the group's progressive ideas.
Mongkolkit outlined mega projects and unconventional policies set to transform Bangkok permanently. These include future transport and technology initiatives featuring flying cars, aiming to import 1,000 flying vehicles annually from China, with the Bangkok government and private sector each investing 500 million baht. He also proposed air traffic laws and space tourism opportunities for Bangkok residents traveling 90-100 kilometers above Earth, with 80% private sector investment.
Regarding tourism industry and global soft power, the plan is to clone dinosaurs by establishing a “Paleontology Bureau.” Thai genetic editing scientists will collaborate internationally to research and create prehistoric creatures resembling dinosaurs, aiming to develop an innovative zoo and world-class tourist landmark. Additionally, they plan to acquire a 51% stake in Manchester United and Liverpool football clubs to make them Thai-owned.
On environmental, energy, and livelihood policies, Mongkolkit emphasized making Khlong Saen Saeb water potable by treating wastewater along its entire 47.5-kilometer length using advanced technologies like ultrafiltration, reverse osmosis (RO), and disinfection with UV light or chlorine. The goal is to improve water quality so residents can safely drink it within six months. Passenger boats will be converted to electric vehicles, and the government plans to jointly purchase an oil refinery with citizens from Bangchak to reduce fuel prices. He also pledged to set up 50 charity kitchens and provide monthly stipends of 3,000 baht to veterans.
In public health, Mongkolkit said Bangkok hospitals will offer affordable surgical, cosmetic, and wellness services to help residents "stay beautiful, fit, and youthful." A flagship policy encourages Bangkok residents to dedicate 1 hour 40 minutes daily to conceive children, aiming to increase the population by 100,000 annually to prevent school closures and labor shortages. He also proposed a 10% bonus increase for Bangkok government officials, employees, and workers, conditional on meeting health standards such as body mass index (BMI), waist circumference, and LDL cholesterol levels to promote staff wellness.
Mongkolkit concluded that despite Mr. Chadchart’s strong support base, he believes Bangkok residents today want to try something new. If the "Bangkok Can Fly" group wins the election, he guarantees Bangkok will never be the same again.