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There have been quite a few, vastly different, excuses put forward by Prawit and his supporters. All "explanations" offered varied so much that it is obvious they were fashioned on the spot separately by each individual, and make the situation worse. Now he's a joke, a meme - some great Thai memes after this latest nap. Although one could argue he has been a meme since the watch kerfuffle. I also noticed that they zoom in his head only when he waddles to the town-car so he doesn't look so fragile. Maybe just name him honorary PM for a day and be done with it.

Seems on the edge between passion and bat-poop crazed. I wouldn't call this sort of behavior acceptable or conducive to the parliamentary process. Clean up on aisle 3. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ltxt2fykIzM

I don't think so. Watching the video it's called Tony's. And Vesuvio is on Soi 8 (first alley on the right). Vesuvio is my go to. Either for delivery or dine-in. I usually bring all visitors there if I can't talk them into something more regional.

I assume everyone who files for a renewal here is receiving a Next Gen Passport (NGP)? https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports/passport-help/next-generation-passport.html Note the new numbering scheme: The passport number in the NGP book begins with a letter, followed by eight numbers. It is located in the top right corner of your data page and is included throughout the NGP book on the bottom of each page. Not sure if delays in the U.S. affect renewals submitted here but...the USEMBBKK site still says five to six weeks, so maybe not. You can prepare your passport application package at any time and the process may take up to five to six weeks from the date we receive your application to when you receive your new passport book by mail. If you are renewing your passport card by mail please expect six weeks to receive your replacement card. US passport applications are now backlogged up to 13 weeks — making it almost too late to get one until 2024 Waits for renewals have increased from 11 weeks to 13 weeks. https://www.businessinsider.com/us-passport-renewal-application-backlog-up-to-eleven-weeks-2023-2 BTW I did notice this change on the USEMBBKK website. As of April 10, 2023, the Embassy/Consulate will no longer issue passport linkage letters with newly issued passports. If a Thai government office requests one, your cancelled passport and your newly issued passport will suffice. You may download this letter (PDF 70KB) in Thai and English that explains the change in Embassy policy. https://th.usembassy.gov/u-s-citizen-services/passports/adult-passport-renew/

That's a feature of Thai-style democracy, where politicians are not to be trusted and need to be overseen by "good people". Just part of the Thai social construct.

The first rule about Monarchy reforms is you do not talk about Monarchy reforms. Given AG Naree's track record Pita is probably in trouble. Naree Tantasathien: Thailand’s top lawyer weighing Move Forward, Pita’s future In November 2022, she approved the prosecution on sedition charges of three key figures of the dissolved Future Forward Party – Thanathorn Juangroongruangkit, Piyabutr Saengkanokkul and Pannika Wanich. Her decision came after the police rejected the public prosecutors’ push to dismiss the case. The police wanted the trio to be charged with sedition for allegedly inciting political gatherings in October 2020. The case was brought by former yellow-shirt activist Suwit Thongprasert, who previously practiced as a monk under the name Phra Buddha Isara before being defrocked and convicted of detaining two policemen. https://www.thaipbsworld.com/naree-tantasathien-thailands-top-lawyer-weighing-move-forward-pitas-future/#:~:text=Naree is Thailand's first female,Piyabutr Saengkanokkul and Pannika Wanich.

I did not infer that this was a "legal requirement", but rather a personal responsibility for an honorable person, appointed to their position by the King. Transitional Provisions Section 272. During the first five years, the senators shall be appointed by the King upon the recommendation of the National Council for Peace and Order and have the power to vote for the Prime Minister. which will be eligible from 2019 to 2024.

He's got a number of ailments, although details are scant. He makes visits to the U.S. and the U.K. for treatments (public news) but very little is said about those ailments. I remember hearing about "angioplasty" and "stents", but that was years ago. The public would probably be more accommodating if details were released, but I understand the need for privacy too. He was rumored to be quite the "bachelor" in his day.

Of course Parliament just approved a 79 year old Speaker, because, I guess, they couldn't find someone older? He'll be 83 at the end of his term. This almost seems like elder abuse. Yes, experience counts but eventually you need a rookie, if only because those with experience have died off. Better to have someone younger serve as first-time Speaker with Wan Noor as an advisor, transferring his institutional knowledge.

That change greatly benefited the King. The reforms for 112 suggested to date are quite mild IMO, and will not restrict the ability to charge people with 112.

Understood. So I would question them that this also means no law can ever be reformed? Or only some laws can be reformed? That would be challenging to defend. It's kind of silly though because reforms would not pass the National Assembly, given the lack of a majority. A lot of moving pieces. The EC could void Pita (slim, but not none) before July 13. Anutin will be nominated, and he could easily win (188+250). I think Prawit is sidelined given his new nickname with the public "Sleepy", although he is the sentimental choice and it would be payback for his loyalty. Failing on a first vote means a second vote would fail as well, I can't see what might change between the two votes. Senators will not cave to protests, IMO. I guess Srettha would be nominated after a failed first vote? But I'm not sure he'll get enough Senate votes? I think a better plan for the powers that be would be to let Pita become PM, but then chip away at him and his coalition hourly, making it impossible for them to accomplish anything. Then bring a EC or CC case or three. And the CC could just force him from office like they did with Yingluck, citing some obscure legal "precedent".

It could just be a result of the publicity surrounding inside embezzlement, but it feels like those are quite prevalent here. Google, copy and paste: thailand bank employees embezzle money site:aseannow.com

I've been doing a fair amount of research on this subject lately in hopes of assisting an elderly foreign neighbor who is seeking a solution for sleeping, and mild chronic pain. I've been looking ideally for a THC:CBN orally administered product. I do not think there is a reliable gummy solution. And most (not all) are imported, so quite expensive. There are locally produced gummies (and other edibles), but those are mostly THC and/or CBD. There are a fair amount of imported brands, which are legitimate. But the mark-up is 2X - 4X (from Canada or the U.S.). There are a lot of fake product, mocked up to imitate imported brands. There are a boatload of oils (oral) but it is challenging to get details on the exact make-up of these. Most are CBD, which may be more "legal". There was a lot of promotional activity (on line, Facebook) surrounding last week's 20th National Herbs Expo (Thailand Herbal Expo 2023) and the 20th National Technical Conference on Thai Traditional Medicine, Folk Medicine, and Alternative Medicine . And I didn't see anything interesting. Things might change in the future as many plan to pivot to "medical" if flower gets relisted as a narcotic. But the medical market would require additional legislation, or proclamation, to expand beyond its very limited use today. Search on Facebook (LINE, Twitter, IG) for cannabis/THC Gummies and very shortly the algorithm will start serving up dozens of "options". Follow Cannabis shops on LINE, where some offer edibles. I think that there is a wide selection of legal cannabis flower here in price ranges from a few baht per gram upwards. There is a long thread here on that. Comparing prices, product, etc. with other markets is an interesting exercise I guess, but ultimately of little use, other than to complain about.

Each Senator will have to decide that they want to deny the will of the people. ~ 313 from 500 is an electoral mandate which cannot be ignored, or rejected by unelected "Senators", because they don't like some platform issues they ran on, and were elected for. When/if Senators reject Pita as PM, two or more times, then they should each publicly justify their decision.

Immature, child-like op-ed piece. Thai Enquirer excels at these. The author seems to find fault with nearly every statement and activity made by MFP in this tenuous period, post election. MFP is "acting" just as they said they would when they presented their platform, and received their electoral mandate. Pita et al are expressing confidence, since when is that a bad thing? If the ultra-nationalists can't take a bit of tweaking from, for example Rome on the national day thing, then they need thicker skin. I'm sure the author will also pen an op-ed piece on the powers that be doing all they can to disrupt the peaceful transfer of power? And I'm sure they wrote something similar when PPP steam-rolled their way to power in 2019.

Looks good, good reviews, seems legit (owned/operated by Mexican nationals), Thong Lo Soi 7 (alley?) https://themissingburro.com/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ax6An9tqgnI

This has been a frequent topic in this sub-forum since liberalization. And it always seems to result in heated debate. Until Cannabis flower is potentially re-criminalized it is legal to possess, including on domestic flights. cannabis domestic flight site:aseannow.com It is legal, on DOMESTIC, intra-Thailand flights only. (like the OP's itinerary) Cannabis flower specifically. Other extracts/concentrates > 0.2% THC would be prohibited. “Passengers who wish to bring legal cannabis or cannabis products on domestic flights are advised to pack it in their checked baggage. The reason is that cannabis items carried on board must be inspected by staff from the Narcotics Control Board and would cause a delay during security checks.” The Office of Narcotics Control Board will still undertake inspections of “cannabis items” at security to ensure that no extracts with high levels of THC – which are illegal – get on board. https://thethaiger.com/guides/cannabis/can-i-take-cannabis-on-domestic-flights-in-thailand

"Rival"?

Thanks for that. https://www.senate.go.th/assets/portals/1/fileups/419/files/senate Eng.pdf

What's the point of overthrowing a government, staging a coup, installing a military regime, writing a new constitution which favors the minority regime, if you're not going to use it? You paid for that shiny new car, since 1932, might as well take it out for a spin.

Well he did say that there would not be a coup. And then there was.

Upon reflection, and it may have already been written here, we probably need to agree on definitions, and associated words? Addiction: Physical or Behavioral (psychological) Outcomes: Negative or benign After effects: Quit or remission IMO, responsible cannabis use, daily or more infrequent... is not physically addicting. We can debate whether it is behaviorally addicting. I'm leaning towards no, but can see a case being made here. Some contend that it is or can be physically addicting. has a benign outcome, but can see a case where there could be some bad outcomes (respiratory effects). means one can stop consuming cannabis for brief to extended periods without suffering any negative effects. (This excludes medical applications obviously).

This op-ed will be paraded about here by the ultra-nationalists, in the coming days, as "proof" of America interfering in Thai politics. But it's nothing that hasn't been said here, and in some Thai outlets.

OK, that's a pretty simplistic and juvenile response. I guess I expected more, but since you never addressed my questions, while I made a sincere effort to address yours, you did not exceed expectations.

Well I do try to find the humor in all posts. No. I do not. I think we have a disconnect on words like "addicted" and "quitting". You seem to require continuous daily use over some period, then stopping continuous daily use forever, until death presumably. Yes, you are entitled to express opinions. No one said you weren't. I did use it every day, and I did not know (or think) it was addictive. So that's a 'yes', I think? I did use it every day, I did quit. I did not know (or think) it was addictive. So that's a 'no', I think?