Deputy Prime Minister Anutin Promotes Local Textiles at Songkhla Cabinet Meeting

On September 1, 2026, Deputy Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul attended the first mobile cabinet meeting of the current session, held at the 60th Anniversary of His Majesty the King’s Accession to the Throne International Convention Center at Prince of Songkla University, Hat Yai Campus, in Songkhla province. According to a report by Thai Post, the Deputy Prime Minister chose to wear clothing featuring the traditional Ratchawat pattern during the proceedings.

For residents and visitors, this gesture highlights the ongoing government emphasis on promoting local Thai craftsmanship and regional textile heritage. The Ratchawat pattern is a historically significant design often associated with Thai royal and formal attire. By wearing this specific textile at a high-level government meeting in the southern region, officials are signaling support for the local creative economy and the preservation of traditional weaving techniques.

While the event focused on administrative matters, the visibility of such cultural attire serves as a reminder of the importance placed on regional identity within Thailand's national policy. It remains to be confirmed what specific economic policies or support measures for local textile artisans will be formally introduced or enacted following the discussions held during this mobile cabinet session.