Bhumjaithai leader silent on Phiphat views on patriotic partiesListen to this articlePrime Minister and Bhumjaithai (BJT) Party leader Anutin Charnvirakul on Thursday sidestepped questions about remarks by Transport Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn urging voters to choose "patriotic parties". Mr Anutin insisted his priority has been to deliver on his responsibilities ahead of polling day, rather than engage in campaign rhetoric linked to the Bhumjaithai Party. Mr Anutin said he had not yet heard the remarks in full and suggested reporters seek clarification directly from Mr Phiphat. On whether he would instruct party executives to exercise greater caution in their final-stage campaigning, Mr Anutin said all members were fully aware of legal boundaries. He admitted to some concern over the performance of certain candidates, noting that low public recognition in some constituencies suggested inadequate grassroots engagement.
