Bangkok Spokesperson Clarifies No Official Endorsement of Bangkok Council Candidates by 'Chatchatchai Team'
Bangkok's governor denied endorsing council candidates despite some using similar green branding and slogans, clarifying he maintains neutrality while in office though candidates may use his name due to confidence in working together.
On May 3, 2025, Ekwaranyu Amrapan, spokesperson for the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration and assistant to the Bangkok Governor, issued a clarification following the appearance of social media images showing candidates for Bangkok Metropolitan Council (BMC) positions gradually unveiling campaigns using green-toned graphics similar to Governor Chatchatchai Sittipan's branding. Multiple inquiries had been received asking whether Governor Chatchatchai was directly backing these candidates, as some used imagery, colors, slogans, and elements resembling the governor's previous campaign. "I want to clarify that Governor Chatchatchai is currently serving his term and has never publicly endorsed any BMC candidate. This is to maintain propriety, neutrality, and impartiality while performing his duties as Bangkok Governor," the spokesperson stated. "Candidates using green colors or the name 'Chatchatchai' may do so out of confidence in their ability to work effectively with the governor." However, no authorization has been granted to use the governor's name or image for campaigning purposes. The administration urged the public and media to follow official channels for accurate information, including the official Facebook pages of Chatchatchai Sittipan and the "Team Chatchatchai" page for official updates. Those interested in urban development work are also encouraged to follow the "Work Work Work Bangkok" network.
