Jao por (Thai: เจ้าพ่อ, “godfather”) is a term used in Thailand to describe the boss of organized crime groups.
Moreover, they have groups of associates and followers, move closely with powerful bureaucrats, policemen and military figures, sit in positions in local administration, and play a key role in parliamentary elections.
[2] "Fear is a crucial element in Thai political culture, also serves as a factor in shaping a hierarchical relationship among members in society.
Influential people (phu mee ittiphon), godfathers (chao pho), and gangsters (nakleng) have their characters depicted within the deep dichotomy of the benevolent and fearful."
These charitable works go in tandem with their shady businesses, presenting a contradictory character that both intimidate others and attracts them at the same time (Nishizaki, 2011: 57)."