PP on course to dominate BMC poll (opens original article in a new tab)

The People's Party is expected to dominate the Bangkok Metropolitan Council election, with strategic voting and control of the council seen as key factors.

• People's Party (PP) is favored to dominate Bangkok Metropolitan Council (BMC) election with projections of at least 20 of 50 seats.
• Independent candidates under 'Khon Tam Ngan' and Democrat Party are forecast to win around 14-15 seats each.
• Strategic voting and control of the BMC, which handles local ordinances and budget approvals, are seen as crucial for future parliamentary elections.