Abhisit Highlights Democracy as Democrat Party Core Strength
Abhisit Vejjajiva emphasizes high internal democracy as the core strength of the Democrat Party during its 80th anniversary at The Athenee Hotel Bangkok.
Stock photo for illustration only, not from the actual event
- Abhisit Vejjajiva spoke at the Democrat Party's 80th anniversary event at The Athenee Hotel Bangkok on Oct 8, 2026.
- He highlighted the high level of internal party democracy as the core strength of the Democrat Party.
- He personally called veteran political figures like Uthai Pimchaichon and Chalerm Yubamrung to invite them.
On October 8, 2026, at 20.40 hours, list-MP and Democrat Party leader Abhisit Vejjajiva addressed attendees at the Once Upon a Time at Baan Fah event held to mark the 80th founding anniversary of the Democrat Party at The Athenee Hotel Bangkok, drawing numerous former members and political figures to celebrate their enduring bond.
During the event, Abhisit expressed his gratitude to those present and to many others who could not attend but reached out to show their loyalty. He revealed that he personally made phone calls to invite key individuals, noting that every conversation was met with excitement and joy that the party still remembered them.
Stock photo for illustration only, not from the actual event
The party leader mentioned notable veteran figures such as former Parliament President Uthai Pimchaichon and Chalerm Yubamrung, who faced constraints and could not attend in person. Both figures expressed deep gratitude and stated they never forgot starting their positive political journeys with the party.
"The essence of the Democrat Party has never left me, even though I once walked out of this house."
Abhisit Vejjajiva
Abhisit thanked everyone bound to the party, whether they were able to attend or faced limitations, while reflecting that defining the true nature of the Democrat Party is challenging, yet its greatest and most prominent strength remains its high level of internal democracy.
The 80th-anniversary celebration led by Abhisit Vejjajiva underscores efforts to reconnect with veteran politicians and foundational members, aiming to rebuild trust and preserve the core spirit of Thailand's oldest political party amidst a rapidly shifting political landscape.
Source: Khaosod Politics
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