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Denmark introduced a very strict immigration policy which has resulted in a considerable drop in asylum seekers there. The work requirements and integration policies are good. Very different to the UK. Comparing apples with oranges.

A large majority are not coming for work. They are coming for benefits. But that is a good idea of yours. Provide compulsory employment, such as road sweeping, emptying bins, cleaning services, etc. If they refuse to take on compulsory employment, then they will be repatriated. I think the numbers coming in would decrease considerably.

To rephrase @James105 's answer: Should an illegal immigrant be able to claim free money and housing from Thailand to fund their stay here? If they arrived illegally should Thailand fund their legal battle to stay? If they commit a crime should Thailand provide legal aid to defend them and pay again for this to fight their deportation? If your answer to one or more of those questions is no, then why do you think that western countries like the UK should have to provide these services to those who rock up on its shores illegally? Obviously, they aren't going to come here though because they won't be given these benefits. That is why they are going to Western countries - the benefits. While I do have sympathy for genuine asylum seekers, the vast majority are economic refugees aka illegal immigrants looking to line their pockets without giving anything in return aka scoungers.

In that case if anyone clicks the play icon the embedded video would not play. How do you post so that you can click on the play icon and the video in the Twitter post will play?

How do I post X (Twitter) posts in Assean Now? I've tried several times but only the link appears, yet I've noticed that other members are able to post the full X post. Any suggestions appreciated. FYI, I'm using a PC but tips in regard to smartphones would also be appreciated.

That was not a triumph. Those in Pheu Thai and Bhumjaithai were never going to vote against her anyway. It was never about getting her out. It was to air a lot of nasty stuff in public and make the government look bad, as it so deserves.

This is an interesting thread on X. https://x.com/MaralSalmassi/status/1904202066945257527 Gives some perspective as to Islam.

To protect an important part of their voter base. This will, however, come back to bite them in the arse when the number of muslims is enough to establish their own party, at which point Labour will lose the muslim vote anyway.

Exactly. While a lot of burning is still taking place in the NE of Thailand, it is much less than it used to be. However, across the border in Laos, burning continues at crazy levels and the wind is bringing it over to Thailand. Things won't improve much until Thailand and surrounding countries get together to take serious action against burning, which isn't going to happen in my lifetime.

And no or very limited public transport in the sticks. Motorbikes are essential for the majoirty of upcountry families. Having said that, there does seem to be a problem with parental control or lack thereof.

If they put novels on TikTok or Instagram then more people would read them.

I got the refund direct to my Thai bank account.

Interesting question. I only have Thai bank accounts, but 5 more years to investigate this. Just found this on the Gov.uk website: Bank accounts your pension can be paid into Your State Pension can be paid into: a bank in the country you’re living in a bank or building society in the UK You can use: an account in your name a joint account someone else’s account - if you have their permission and keep to the terms and conditions of the account If you have an overseas account, you’ll need the: international bank account number (IBAN) Business Identifier Code (BIC), previously Bank Identifier Code You’ll be paid in local currency - the amount you get may change due to exchange rates.

I've done a similar loop a couple of times. Loved it. Now I live upcountry, I do more hilly rides. Doing a 54 km loop tomorrow (weather permitting, i.e. not too hot).

And even Farage is going down the drain now with his latest screwup.