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Candidate registration for the Bangkok governor elections began this morning, scheduled for June 28, at the city hall in Din Daeng district. A significant turnout from voters is expected during the elections.
Voters in Bangkok are preparing to elect a new governor, with Chadchart Sittipunt leading the polls. The election is scheduled for June 28, 2023.
Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt announced he is contemplating a second term, although he has not made an official decision yet. This comes as new candidates emerge in the election race.
The opposition People's Party in Thailand has denied any negotiations with the current Bangkok Governor, Chadchart Sittipunt, regarding the upcoming elections. The party leader emphasized the priority of presenting a strong candidate that reflects citizens' interests.
Rama 4 in Bangkok is undergoing significant transformations due to projects like <strong>One Bangkok</strong> and <strong>Dusit Central Park</strong>, making it one of the city's premier luxury destinations. These developments reflect radical changes in lifestyle and social interaction among residents.
Fly Dubai has announced the commencement of daily flights to Don Mueang International Airport in Bangkok starting July 1, 2026. This move marks the airline's second destination in Thailand after Krabi.
Bangkok is gearing up to celebrate Songkran 2026, a major cultural event that combines spiritual rituals with famous water battles. From April 11 to 15, the city will host various activities, including the 'Maha Songkran' festival at Benjakitti Park.
Thai police have arrested 11 South Koreans in a raid on a rented house in Bangkok, suspected of defrauding victims in their home country of up to <strong>65 million baht</strong>.
The Asian Volleyball Confederation has decided to transfer the hosting of the 2026 Women's Asian Champions League to Bangkok after Incheon, South Korea, was stripped of hosting rights due to inadequate preparations. The tournament is set to begin on April 26, featuring teams from eight countries.
After a decade since its initial announcement, Eurovision Asia appears set to take place in Bangkok in November 2026. The official website for the event briefly appeared and was quickly removed, raising questions about the event's future.