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Chingchai Mongkoltham
ชิงชัย มงคลธรรม
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Minister of Education
In office
15 August 1997 – 6 November 1997
Prime Minister Chavalit Yongchaiyudh
Preceded by Sukavich Rangsitpol
Succeeded by Chumpol Silpa-archa
Personal details
Born (1951-06-24) 24 June 1951 (age 74)
Bangkok, Thailand
Political party New Aspiration Party
Spouse Yuvaphan Mongkoltham
Children 3
Alma mater Mahasarakham University
Profession Politician

Chingchai Mongkoltham (Thai: ชิงชัย มงคลธรรม; RTGS: Chingchai Mongkhontham) is a well-known Thai politician and activist. He was born on June 24, 1951, in Bangkok, Thailand. He is currently the leader of the New Aspiration Party.

Chingchai Mongkoltham has held important roles in the Thai government. One of his notable positions was serving as the Minister of Education. He held this role for about three months in 1997.

Who is Chingchai Mongkoltham?

Chingchai Mongkoltham is a person who works in politics. This means he helps make decisions for his country. He is also an activist, which means he works to bring about changes he believes are important. He is a leader of a political party in Thailand.

Early Life and Education

Chingchai Mongkoltham was born in Thailand's capital city, Bangkok. He grew up and went to school there. For his higher education, he attended Mahasarakham University. This is where he studied and prepared for his future career.

A Career in Politics

After his studies, Chingchai Mongkoltham chose a path in public service. He became involved in politics, which is about governing a country or area. He joined the New Aspiration Party. This party is a group of people who share similar ideas about how the country should be run.

Serving as Education Minister

In 1997, Chingchai Mongkoltham was given a very important job. He became the Minister of Education. This role meant he was in charge of schools and learning for the whole country. He served in this position from August 15, 1997, to November 6, 1997. During this time, he worked to improve education for students in Thailand.

Leading a Political Party

Today, Chingchai Mongkoltham is the leader of the New Aspiration Party. As a party leader, he helps guide the party's goals and plans. He works with other members to represent their ideas in the government. He continues to be an active voice in Thai politics.

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