Chadchart joined the Anti-Corruption Day event, stressing that "corruption can be fixed" by using AI and technology to streamline procedures, close corruption loopholes, and engage citizens in oversight.
At 10:00 a.m. on 6 Sep 2026, Chadchart Sittipunt, Governor of Bangkok, participated in the “Anti-Corruption Day 2026” event under the theme “Corruption Can Be Fixed,” and took part in the panel discussion “Who Corrupts...Who Fixes” at the UTCC Event Lab, 7th floor, Building 23, University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce, Din Daeng district.
Chadchart said corruption is a problem that can be solved but requires understanding the entire "ecosystem of corruption," involving many parties: executives, government officials, private sector, power holders, citizens, and oversight agencies. The key is building systems that prevent corruption while fostering awareness and responsibility among all.
The starting point is the appointment system; placing corrupt individuals in positions early on leads to long-term organizational impact, such as corruption in civil service exams and vote-buying for positions. At the same time, loopholes from discretionary power, outdated laws or regulations, and unnecessary face-to-face encounters with officials must be closed, as these can lead to bribery.
Bangkok aims to reduce discretionary decisions and direct contact with officials by applying technology, such as online construction permit applications, cutting processing time from about 45 days to 14 days. This allows clearer tracking and verification of processes. The city also developed the “Bangkok Transparency” channel on the Traffy Fondue platform for citizens to report corruption tips, ensuring whistleblower anonymity.
Moreover, Bangkok prioritizes Open Data and public-private participation to disclose government information, especially budget and operational data, for greater scrutiny. AI and technology help analyze large datasets to detect irregularities and improve audit efficiency.
Governor Chadchart added that anti-corruption efforts require integration across sectors. Citizens need accessible channels to report problems confidently, expecting solutions. Independent organizations and external agencies play critical roles in oversight, especially financial tracking, which enhances internal audits of government agencies.
Solving corruption starts with genuine commitment from everyone, from leaders to all staff levels, understanding processes and risk points, designing systems to minimize corruption chances, using technology as a tool, and cooperating with external auditors and the public. "Don’t expect others to fix it; we must do our best. If problems arise, report them and involve responsible parties to resolve them," he said.
“Corruption can be fixed” is not just a slogan but a practical approach achievable if all parties build transparent systems, disclose data, use technology, and empower citizens to monitor. This will restore confidence, hope, and trust in the system,” Chadchart said.
The 2026 Anti-Corruption Day event featured Dr. Phot Aramwattananon, Chairman of the Thai Chamber of Commerce and the Thai Chamber of Commerce Council, delivering a keynote titled “Business: Choose to Corrupt or Choose to Fix.” This was followed by the panel “Who Corrupts...Who Fixes” with Sopima Chankong, investigative journalist from Nation TV exposing non-transparency in the printing of textbooks by the Teachers’ Council, and Patsanee Poolsuk, a whistleblower exposing corruption in drug procurement at the Veterans Hospital, sharing their perspectives.
At the event's conclusion, Dr. Mana Nimitmongkol, Chairman of the Anti-Corruption Organization (Thailand), summarized the forum before closing with the music video “The Highest Dream” performed by University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce students. The event then opened for media interviews with participants and related persons.
