Anutin declared he wants to focus on working for the country first and declined to respond to news about the Kla Tham Party joining the government, saying, "I'm currently in America, the signals haven't reached me."
On 23 September 2026, reporters reported that (local time in New York City, USA, which is 11 hours behind Thailand) Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Anutin Charnvirakul was interviewed regarding Lieutenant Colonel Thammanat Prompao, a party-list MP and leader of the Kla Tham Party, amid rumors that the party is preparing to join the government. "Oh, please calm down. I'm in America, far away. The signals haven't reached me. Let's put this matter aside for now."
The Prime Minister then added, "Today, we are here to work for our country. During the three days in New York, we will have the opportunity to meet many world leaders, as well as the private sector, business councils, and investors. I ask for time here to meet people from around the world and build greater confidence in Thailand. While foreign countries already know Thailand, this visit aims to strengthen that confidence, emphasizing partnerships and Thailand’s readiness in all aspects, including being a distribution hub and production center ready for investment."