Narongwit Chodchoy

Narongwit Chodchoy is the director of the Khao Kheow Open Zoo in Thailand, where he has successfully capitalized on the popularity of Moo Deng, a young pygmy hippo, by securing sponsorship deals and creating themed merchandise. He believes Moo Deng has become a beloved figure in Thailand amid ongoing political turmoil, providing a much-needed source of joy and distraction for the public.