Siam Piwat Group and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs organise a special showcase related to the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) 2022 conference hosted by Thailand. Taking place at Bangkok’s world-class riverside commercial centre “the ICONSIAM” from 9 to 20 November; the event is aimed at providing knowledge and understanding to the public about the APEC meeting under the theme of 'Open. Connect. Balance.' Mr Tanee Sangrat, director-general of Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ department of information and Mr.Chadchart Sittipun, Bangkok Governor will preside over the opening of the APEC 2022 Thailand: Showcase at ICONSIAM held at the Charoen Nakorn Hall on M floor of the shopping mall on November 9.
27 Chadchart Sittipan is the current favourite for new Bangkok governor in a Nida poll. (Bangkok Post file photo)
Former transport minister Chadchart Sittipun is leading other contenders to be the new Bangkok governor in a National Institute of Development Administration (Nida) poll released on Sunday.
The survey showed 22% of respondents supported him, ahead of the 15% backing former police chief Chakthip Chaijinda.
Incumbent Bangkok governor Aswin Kwanmuang had only 7% support, with social activist Rosana Tositrakul trailing at 4%.
The date for the gubernatorial election has not been announced and only two candidates Mr Chadchart and Ms Rosana have formally announced their intention to run.