Although Mr Anutin is the public face of Bhumjaithai, Mr Newin remains its chief decision maker behind the scenes. Mr Newin is still spotted occasionally using the now-deceased tycoon’s Pullman Bangkok King Power luxury hotel for political meetings. Unlike Thaksin, who regularly appeared in front of the cameras, Mr Newin is rarely seen outside Buri Ram. Most of that is tied to K. Motorsport Co Ltd, the Buri Ram football club and its affiliated hotel and e-sports units. In Buri Ram, support for Mr Newin and the Chidchob family runs deep.

Source: Bangkok Post February 03, 2026 11:06 UTC