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Regardless of the Iran-Israel conflict, Thailand appears to have already "trapped" itself with higher energy costs. (Note that unless Iran begins sinking oil tankers from Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emerites and Libya in the Middle East. Otherwise imports from the USA and Malaysia should be secure.) First by relying more on Russian oil exports given an advantageous currency conversion caused by UN sanctions against Russia and from pricing for what appears to remain neutral in Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Second Thailand has begun actively purchasing spot crude shipments to feed anticipated higher domestic fuel demand driven by Thailand's strategy to turbocharge its tourism industry. www.spglobal.com Spot prices can be artificially affected significantly by public perception.

A strange analogy if one intends to uphold a publicly elected governor consistent with a democratic process. Typically, it is the Board of Directors who nominates the CEO and company shareholders who vote for the appointment. Anyone outside of the company, ie., the public-at-large like consumers, has no vote. In this CEO elected analogy, the "consumers" are the public electorate (registered voters within the province) tgat will continue to have no vote. Who are these BOD and shareholders who have the vote? Not identified. Might as well be analogous to the current "elected" Senate. Thus, this "division" appears to be a false democratic disguise by an otherwise exiting authoritarian political control of the truly entitled voting electorate. Neither should be considered. (added edit - using the CEO analogy means shareholders buy their vote with exchange of money for shares. Isn't that illegal in Thailand?)

Apparently not an issue. "Phumtham taste-tests rice held in Surin since rice-pledging scheme", March 15, 2024, nationthailand.com "Phumtham said that after inspecting the rice, which included cooking and eating it, officials ruled that the stored rice is still of good quality. “We need to release this rice to the market as soon as possible, as the rice price is currently decent,” he said. “It will help secure the government’s profit and solve everyone’s problems.” Likely with Vietnam mixed out its rice exports, India recent ban on rice exports and interference of Myanmar civil war, Thailand is in perfect rice export position to Philippines. Remember, it's not about the taste of rice but the taste of money that's important.

Some related articles: "Phuket Revokes Swiss Man's Elephant Foundation License," March 11 in Phuket News. "Phuket officials are moving to cancel the license of an elephant foundation owned by Urs Fehr, a Swiss national after he reportedly assaulted a Thai woman on a beach. The action, confirmed by Governor Sophon Suwannarat" "Phuket’s Elephant Sanctuary Controversy: Urs Fehr’s License Revoked amid Wildlife Conservation Concerns" By editorial team March 10, 2024 by CTN News "The sanctuary itself, boasting 14 elephants and sprawling over 40,000 square meters near Surin Beach" Governor Sophon Suwannarat announced that investigators had discovered that Urs Fehr’s Green Elephant Sanctuary Park was being utilized illegally and that its license would be cancelled. "Swiss Man Has License to Elephant Sanctuary in Phuket Revoked," published March 10, 2024 "According to Governor Sophon, the Green Elephant Sanctuary Park has 14 elephants, 13 of which are hired 13 and one brought from the northern province of Phrae." (my bold)

The US-Thai Treaty of Amity allows US citizens to hold a majority of shares in companies engaging in certain business enterprises in which majority ownership is generally restricted to Thai citizens under the Foreign Business Act. https://www.siam-legal.com

Replica available in Lazada for less than 350 baht (not brass). Maybe the mall can work something out for the guy. So if he stole it during daytime hours no charges? Completely unrelated. Was there a word length required for the article?

The cause for the sinking was reported as not having batoned down all the ship's hatches and ports, specifically to the engine room that lost all power. The ship should have otherwise survived worsened weather conditions. A ship captain is responsible for survival of the ship and its crew in all conditions for which the ship was designed.

Who is really in charge of the Thai government?

An MOU is not a treaty. An MOU is a preliminary agreement as to a resolution or goal between foreign States and essentially in legal parlance serves as a "Letter of Intent." It has no legal binding and thus, not in violation of the Thai Constitution. An MOU between foreign States demonstrates to their respective citizens the progress being made towards resolution. A treaty typically requires a ratification by each State party as determined by their respective legislative processes that legally binds the States to the terms of a Treaty. A legislative body can remain silent to an MOU but that does not default it yo legal status. Yes, both States can follow an MOU informally and either can at any time cease its terms without violating international law. Which takes Thailand to the question: What's Paiboon's problem?

Surprise - not. Vote consistent with the three last MPC meetings while the government kept insisting on a cut. Brings into question the government's ability to even understand how national and international economics function.

You can also file electronically directly with the IRS or through any of its filing "partners" such as IRS Free File Program delivered by Online Taxes at OLT.com. You'll get tracking and acceptance notification for return or reason for rejection.

To be clear: "The cadmium waste was rendered inert before being disposed of ... retrieving it from the landfill and transporting it to Samut Sakhon province for smelting is an offence." https://www.nationthailand.com

As I remember Myanmar government's excuse in a previous Mig-29 infringement of Thai airspace was that their jet bomb run on civilians and insurrection military required it to travel in the direction across the Thai border and not enough airspace to turn back before such incursion. I believe Thailand's response was 'don't do it again.' Thailand didn't make any protest of the Myanmar government's coincidental attack on Myanmar civilians.

Contact Ukraine. Maybe manpads and/or drones to attack government air bases.

History already. Myanmar jet enters Thai airspace, prompting evacuations June 30, 2022 https://aseannow.com/topic/1324658-thai-f-16s-conduct-air-patrols-as-myanmar-mig-29s-attack-karen-fighters/ "A Myanmar fighter jet crossed the border into Thailand’s airspace on Thursday, prompting Thai air force jets to scramble and officials to order the evacuation of villages and classrooms, officials said. The Royal Thai Air Force said it dispatched two F-16 fighters to patrol the area after receiving a report of an aircraft that crossed into Thailand’s airspace while carrying out an attack in Myanmar territory held by an ethnic minority group. It asked the military attaché at the Thai Embassy in Myanmar to convey a warning to Myanmar authorities and work with them to avoid similar incidents in the future." (my bold) So this time another post-action warning. More disturbing militarily is the apparent lack of early detection by Thailand of the Mig-29 in both instances

All very true but within the existing laws and regulations. If there is substantial public outrage in how such laws and regulations can be manipulated, petition parliament to amend applicable laws. Such review might even require an amendment of the constitution itself.

His "business" was a scam to get a visa qualified for annual extensions. Already identified as such by authorities.

5 to 2 vote to maintain 2.5%. Unlikely in the near term to get a minimum 4 to 3 vote to cut further. Personally, a reversal of 5 to 2 or 6 to 1 vote to cut rate would carry more public confidence than a bare majority.

Never been to Pattaya Beach but as a general guide: "9 essential tips to start a water sports business" By Kevin Tjoe — 24 Aug 2023 Rezdy newsletter Best first if not already to visit Pattya Beach to get a good impression of what type of people visit/live there who enjoy or might enjoy water sports, check with travel agencies and online travel blogs (ie., trip advisor) and videos on water sports for the area. Personally, I'd say use your experience and knowledge as a foreigner who can bring something unique that maybe even a Thai might not successfully copy. Just brainstorming, what about a virtual water sport reality experience on the beach? Or go Cayman Island submarine style venture.

They weren't patrolling the border.

If the will is translated after the testator is deceased, it will not have the testator's signature and its authenticity will be suspicious. The portion of a will in English is for the benefit of a testator who doesn't read and write Thai. With testator's signature in the bilingual will, it adds authenticity.

How Much of a trumper are You? Sorry, but I'm non-religious.

Gitmo with other terrorists.

If you want to clear Thai probate, have document in both English and Thai. Especially if witnesses are Thai. Easy to do it yourself.

Likely Thailand is geberally not negotiating in good faith, ie., allow Malay Mudlims semi-autonomy, that creates militant backslash. The problem is that Thailand won't allow the Malay Muslim citizens of the subjugated Kingdom of Patani "to do what the want" because of Thailand's illegal occupation. The para-military rangers are paid mercenaries. Doing their duty? Or just doing what they're paid to do without regular RTM soldiers exposing themselves to possible attack. The mercenaries were dispatched "to visit villagers building an arch, to celebrate the end of Ramada." Just Malay Muslims celebrating their faith and traditions. Thai military presence was unnecessary, likely sent to intimidate the citizens to remind them they are under controll by the Buddhist Kingdom of Thailand. Remind Malays their religion, traditions and customs are subservient to KoT. Especially offensive while Thailand is allegedly attempting peace negotiations with the insurregency over the future of the region.