Pheu Thai Explains Candidate Change for Pattaya Mayor Position; Bangkok Governor and BMA Candidates to be Unveiled Early Next Month
Pheu Thai replaced its Pattaya mayoral candidate Nissamaad Louherattanaheerin with Ittivat Wattanasathansaethon after the original withdrew citing personal reasons, with Bangkok governor candidates to follow in early May.
At 11:50 a.m. on April 26, 2025, at Maple Hotel Bangkok (Bang Na branch), Pheu Thai party leader Nattapong Rueangpanya addressed the media regarding candidate Nissamaad Louherattanaheerin's withdrawal from the Pattaya mayor race, citing personal reasons. The party has already selected a replacement candidate, Ittivat Wattanasathansaethon, following a complete vetting process. Candidates for Bangkok governor and Bangkok Metropolitan Assembly members will be unveiled in early May. When asked whether the mid-campaign replacement appears disrespectful or resembles a trial run, Nattapong stated that what matters most is the candidate's commitment and stability. Since the initial candidate had reservations before requesting withdrawal, the party had to reconsider while prioritizing voters and eligible electorate, which led to selecting a new candidate.
