In the general election held on 8 Feb 2026 GMT+7, the Ruam Jai Thai Party and its leader, Mr. Boonruwee Yomjinda, have the following details.
1. Background and Role of Boonruwee Yomjinda
Party Leader: Mr. Boonruwee Yomjinda is the founder and leader of the Ruam Jai Thai Party (RJT), which was officially registered on 8 Mar 2023 GMT+7.
Family Ties: He is the older brother of Mr. Chakraphan Yomjinda, a former well-known news anchor and former MP for Rayong.
Media Work: Known as the host of the political analysis program "Khao Taloo Mike" on YouTube, recognized for its unique presentation style.
2. Results of the 2026 Election
Ruam Jai Thai is among the "small parties" that successfully overcame competition to enter parliament:
Number of Seats: The party won 1 party-list MP seat.
Party MP: Mr. Boonruwee Yomjinda (first on the party-list) is the sole MP representing the party in this election.
Votes: The party received approximately 420,000 votes nationwide.
3. Political Position and Government Formation
After the unofficial election results were known, Ruam Jai Thai clearly stated its political stance:
Government Coalition: Mr. Boonruwee led the party to meet and negotiate with executives of the Bhumjaithai Party to declare support for Mr. Anutin Charnvirakul as Prime Minister.
Objective: To push policies promised to the public into reality, especially welfare and livelihood policies.
Party Information | Details |
Party Name | Ruam Jai Thai Party |
Party Leader | Boonruwee Yomjinda |
2026 Election Results | Won 1 party-list MP seat |
Current Status | Coalition party supporting Bhumjaithai Party |