Suchart Chomklin clarifies attendance at Newin's birthday party, stating it was merely a gesture of respect for an elder

Published 2026-10-13

Mr. Suchart Chomklin, Minister of Natural Resources and Environment, gave an interview regarding his attendance at the birthday celebration of Mr. Newin Chidchob, Chairman of Buriram United Football Club, which took place recently and garnered significant attention from the media and the public.

Mr. Suchart clarified that attending the event was simply a normal gesture of showing respect to an elder whom he holds in high regard. He noted that this is an activity he performs regularly as someone who has known him for a long time, and it has no connection to political issues or negotiations for any positions, contrary to the rumors that have emerged.

Furthermore, the Minister of Natural Resources and Environment requested cooperation from all parties not to attempt to link his attendance at a private birthday party to political issues, as it could lead to public misunderstanding. He reaffirmed that he remains fully committed to performing his duties as a minister.

This event is considered a point of interest in Thai political circles, as Mr. Newin Chidchob is a prominent figure with roles in many sectors. Consequently, the movements of politicians attending the event are always closely watched by society. However, Mr. Suchart's clarification serves to initially put to rest any questions regarding the relationship and the purpose of his attendance at the event.

Sources: thestandard.co

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