Bangkok Post
16 throw hat in ring for governor post
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A total of 16 candidates officially entered the race for Bangkok governor on Thursday as registration for the gubernatorial and city council elections opened ahead of the June 28 voting day.
Key facts
- A total of 16 candidates officially entered the race for Bangkok governor on Thursday as registration for the gubernatorial and city council elections opened ahead of the June 28 voting day.
- Some 241 candidates applied for city council seats across 50 districts
- The BMA is targeting voter turnout above 60.7%, with officials urging residents to recognise the importance of electing a capable leadership to address the capital's long-standing challenges, the city clerk added.
- Registration at Bangkok City Hall 2 in Din Daeng district began with a transparent lottery draw to determine ballot numbers, overseen by city clerk Narong Ruangsri, who is serving as director of the local election process, alongside
Summary
Some 241 candidates applied for city council seats across 50 districts. Applications for those contesting the top job in the city's administration and Bangkok Metropolitan Council elections are open until June 1.
Registration at Bangkok City Hall 2 in Din Daeng district began with a transparent lottery draw to determine ballot numbers, overseen by city clerk Narong Ruangsri, who is serving as director of the local election process, alongside Election Commission (EC) chairman Narong Klanwarin.