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Police intensify search for Sia Paeng accomplice after unsuccessful house raid Photo courtesy of KhaoSod Police recently surrounded the house of an individual known as Jakkree Pannoi, or Big, but failed to locate him. His wife was detained and questioned to establish links to the Chaowalit Thongduang case. Jakkree’s wife denied any involvement. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310488-police-intensify-search-for-sia-paeng-accomplice-after-unsuccessful-house-raid/

Police recently surrounded the house of an individual known as Jakkree Pannoi, or Big, but failed to locate him. His wife was detained and questioned to establish links to the Chaowalit Thongduang case. Jakkree’s wife denied any involvement. Meanwhile, Jirawut Chumsri, or Boy, an associate of Sia Paeng, agreed to surrender today. Jakkree is believed to be an accomplice of Chaowalit, also known as Sia Paeng. Chaowalit escaped from Maharaj Nakhon Si Thammarat Hospital, in southern Thailand, on October 22. Reporters revealed that following the discovery of a white Mitsubishi pickup truck, believed to be used by Jirawut to flee Maharaj Hospital, investigations intensified. The truck was abandoned in the town of Phatthalung, and the police suspected that another vehicle, driven by Jakkree, was waiting to pick up Jirawut from the location. Officers searched the nearby area, which was a mere 5 kilometres away from the home of Sia Paeng’s elder brother, but neither Jirawut nor Jakkree were found. Throughout the previous day and night, after the white Mitsubishi truck was discovered, the police speculated that it was Jirawut who had left the vehicle and fled in another car. They suspected this second car was driven by Jakkree or Big. The police searched the vicinity, which was close to where the vehicle was abandoned and only 5 kilometres away from Chaowalit’s brother’s house. However, neither Jirawut nor Jakkree were located. By Nattapong Westwood Caption: Photo courtesy of KhaoSod Full story: The Thaiger 2023-10-27 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Chinese woman cycles 4,000 kilometres to Thailand from China to train Muay Thai Photo via Facebook/ Banchamek Gym (Buakaw Banchamek, บัวขาว บัญชาเมฆ) A Chinese woman went viral on the Chinese social media platform Weibo when she embarked on a journey of cycling 4,000 kilometres from China to Thailand to train with famous Muay Thai boxer Sombat “Buakaw” Banchamek. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310487-chinese-woman-cycles-4000-kilometres-to-thailand-from-china-to-train-muay-thai/

A Chinese woman went viral on the Chinese social media platform Weibo when she embarked on a journey of cycling 4,000 kilometres from China to Thailand to train with famous Muay Thai boxer Sombat “Buakaw” Banchamek. Muay Thai has captured the imagination of others outside of Thailand recently, as highlighted in the case of a teenager in the United States. The teenage American boy announced on his Instagram account, @reed_harringron23, that he would undertake a task suggested by one of his followers, once his follower count hit the magic 200,000 mark. The teenage boy successfully hit the target and the follower, who received the most likes for a suggested task, asked him to learn Muay Thai in Thailand, win a competition in the Land of Smiles and return to the US to compete in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). Muay Thai idol Buakaw commented on the boy’s post and offered to take care of him during his training in Thailand. The boy is now raising funds for his tickets to Thailand. Following the viral challenge, a 33 year old Chinese woman, Li Zhenxiang, took to social media to announce her commitment to Muay Thai training. By Petch Petpailin Caption: Photo via Facebook/ Banchamek Gym (Buakaw Banchamek, บัวขาว บัญชาเมฆ) Full story: The Thaiger 2023-10-27 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Thai Prime Minister to Visit Lao PDR, Inaugurate Joint Train Station BANGKOK (NNT) - Thailand’s Prime Minister, Srettha Thavisin, is set to visit Lao People’s Democratic Republic (Lao PDR) on October 30, 2023. The visit comes at the invitation of the Lao PDR’s Prime Minister, Sonexay Siphandone. The trip aims to bolster bilateral ties and underscore the strategic partnership for growth and sustainable development between the two neighboring countries. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310486-thai-prime-minister-to-visit-lao-pdr-inaugurate-joint-train-station/

BANGKOK (NNT) - Thailand’s Prime Minister, Srettha Thavisin, is set to visit Lao People’s Democratic Republic (Lao PDR) on October 30, 2023. The visit comes at the invitation of the Lao PDR’s Prime Minister, Sonexay Siphandone. The trip aims to bolster bilateral ties and underscore the strategic partnership for growth and sustainable development between the two neighboring countries. During his time in Lao PDR, the Thai Prime Minister will participate in several high-level meetings. He is scheduled to have a bilateral discussion with Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone. In addition to this, he will meet with Thongloun Sisoulith, who serves as both the President of the Lao PDR and the General Secretary of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party. Another meeting is lined up with Xaysompone Phomvihane, the President of the National Assembly of the Lao PDR. A highlight of the official visit is the inauguration of the Vientiane Train Station, also known as Khamsavath. Both Prime Ministers will preside over the opening ceremony. This new train station is a significant joint project between Thailand and the Lao PDR, facilitated through the Neighbouring Countries Economic Development Cooperation Agency (NEDA). Overall, the upcoming visit aims to reinforce the long-standing relationship between Thailand and the Lao PDR. It is expected to focus on enhancing cooperation and setting a foundation for future growth and sustainable development. Through this visit, both countries are seeking to fortify their ties in various sectors, setting the stage for collaborative initiatives down the line. By Na-ark Rojanasuvan Full story: NNT 2023-10-27 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

PM Lauds "Sapparor" as Cultural Mirror, Pledges Support for Thai Cinema on Global Stage BANGKOK (NNT) - A top government official praises the Thai film "Sapparor", or "Undertaker" in English, for its authentic representation of local culture and promises support to bring Thai films to the global market. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310485-pm-lauds-sapparor-as-cultural-mirror-pledges-support-for-thai-cinema-on-global-stage/

BANGKOK (NNT) - A top government official praises the Thai film "Sapparor", or "Undertaker" in English, for its authentic representation of local culture and promises support to bring Thai films to the global market. Srettha Thavisin, the Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, revealed his thoughts on the movie "Sapparor" after viewing with Paetongtarn Shinawatra, Deputy Chairperson of the National Soft Power Strategy Committee, on the night of October 25th. He believes that "Sapparor" sheds light on a profession many are unfamiliar with, offering deeper insights into Thai culture. He further pledges support for talented directors to showcase both short and long films on the world stage. Regarding censorship and content checks, he considers these to be outdated practices that need modernization to allow more creative freedom. This is especially important for Thai short films, which often lack funding. Dialogue is needed, but the Committee on Soft Power has already taken notice of the issue of lack of resources. "Sapparor" tells a story that subtly incorporates elements of "soft power" through the lifestyle of Northeastern villagers. It portrays the funeral rituals and traditions, setting a new standard for the Thai film industry. Since its release on October 5th, 2023, it has earned a staggering 500 million Baht nationwide. The film continues to receive positive feedback and consistent ticket sales. Moreover, "Sapparor" has become the highest-grossing Thai film in the past eight years. By Namo Vananupong Full story: NNT 2023-10-27 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

PRD Promotes Short Videos as New Communication Form BANGKOK (NNT) - The Public Relations Department (PRD) is organizing a workshop to get its communication plans across. Being the official channel for the government, the PRD highlights short video clips as a platform to facilitate the accessibility of news and information sharing. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310484-prd-promotes-short-videos-as-new-communication-form/

BANGKOK (NNT) - The Public Relations Department (PRD) is organizing a workshop to get its communication plans across. Being the official channel for the government, the PRD highlights short video clips as a platform to facilitate the accessibility of news and information sharing. The Minister attached to the Prime Minister’s Office, Mrs. Puangpet Chunlaiad, said that in this digitally disruptive era, online short videos have become more popular for all viewers, as they are easy to access. TikTok can be used as a potential channel for communications and information sharing, due to its accessibility. As an official channel that communicates policies, guidelines, and information from the government to the public, the department shall improve its media production capability as well as expand its accessibility to more groups of people. The media should be fun, easy to understand, and engaging. Deputy Director-General of the Public Relations Department, Mrs. Tassanee Pholchaniko revealed that the event today had gathered over 260 officials nationwide, including PRD Deputy Director-General Mrs. Sudruetai Lertkasem, to develop media production and media planning skills, through workshops led by TikTok experts. Content creation involves many crucial aspects such as the Personal Data Protection Act, soft power, and government policies. The Public Relations Department currently owns more than 86 TikTok channels, with over 7 million views, including our TikTok Channel : @nbtworld. You can check out our content now on your phone. By Woraprat Lerpaisal Full story: NNT 2023-10-27 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Residents near Chiang Mai airport have health concerns over 24-hour operation People living near Chiang Mai airport have raised concern over the effects on their health of aircraft noise, vibrations and emissions when the airport begins operating around the clock on November 1. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310483-residents-near-chiang-mai-airport-have-health-concerns-over-24-hour-operation/

People living near Chiang Mai airport have raised concern over the effects on their health of aircraft noise, vibrations and emissions when the airport begins operating around the clock on November 1. The 24-hour operations are intended to promote tourism in Chiang Mai, by extending services to passengers who may prefer to arrive late at night. Pitak Kannikar, headman of Village 10 in Mae Hia sub-district, said he would like the authorities to monitor aircraft noise and emissions near the airport, adding that the roofs of some house in the area have cracked, allegedly from vibrations caused by low-flying aircraft. Full story: Thai PBS 2023-10-27 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Fiscal Policy Office cuts 2023 economic growth projection to 2.7% Pornchai Thiraveja, director-general of Fiscal Policy Office, Finance Ministry The Finance Ministry’s Fiscal Policy Office has decided to reduce its Thai economic growth forecast for 2023, from 3.5% to 2.7%, due to the tourism slowdown and export contraction. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310482-fiscal-policy-office-cuts-2023-economic-growth-projection-to-27/

The Finance Ministry’s Fiscal Policy Office has decided to reduce its Thai economic growth forecast for 2023, from 3.5% to 2.7%, due to the tourism slowdown and export contraction. Pornchai Thiraveja, director-general of office, said today (Friday) that the reduction is in line with the 2.7% growth projection by the International Monetary Fund and the 2.8% forecast from the Bank of Thailand. Thailand’s exports for the whole year are forecast to contract by 1.8%, instead of 0.8% as originally projected, while tourist arrivals by the end of the year are expected to be about 27.7 million, instead of 29.5 million. As a result, revenues from tourism are estimated to be around 1.18 trillion baht, instead of 1.25 trillion baht, mainly due to the fewer than expected arrivals from China. Caption: Pornchai Thiraveja, director-general of Fiscal Policy Office, Finance Ministry Full story: Thai PBS 2023-10-27 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

PM reiterates that 18, not 54 Thais being held by Hamas In this picture taken on October 13, Kanyarat Suriyasri, the wife of Thai worker Owat Suriyasri who is being held hostage by Palestinian militant group Hamas in Gaza, shows a picture of him and their two children during an interview with AFP in Kantharlak in Si Sa Ket province. Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin refuted a report today (Friday), which claimed that 54 Thai nationals are among the 220 hostages being held by Hamas in Gaza. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310481-pm-reiterates-that-18-not-54-thais-being-held-by-hamas/

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin refuted a report today (Friday), which claimed that 54 Thai nationals are among the 220 hostages being held by Hamas in Gaza. “I have checked and verified the situation with our Thai ambassador in Israel, as well as with security agencies, and they confirm that 18 Thais are being held. The number of 54 may be the result of some sort of confusion,” he said. Reuters news agency quoted the Israeli government yesterday as saying the number is 54. Caption: In this picture taken on October 13, Kanyarat Suriyasri, the wife of Thai worker Owat Suriyasri who is being held hostage by Palestinian militant group Hamas in Gaza, shows a picture of him and their two children during an interview with AFP in Kantharlak in Si Sa Ket province. Full story: Thai PBS 2023-10-27 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

As smog season returns, can Thailand avert another health crisis? Millions of people in Thailand are dreading ‘smog season’, as air pollution levels begin to rise at the end of the rains. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310480-as-smog-season-returns-can-thailand-avert-another-health-crisis/

Millions of people in Thailand are dreading ‘smog season’, as air pollution levels begin to rise at the end of the rains. Bangkok and other areas of the country have already suffered a significant drop in air quality, with concentrations of PM2.5 fine dust reaching potentially harmful levels in recent days. Thailand ranked 14th in the world for PM2.5 pollution on October 24, according to air-quality monitoring website IQAir. “The threat of PM2.5 is returning,” noted Sonthi Kotchawat, an independent academic and environmental expert. Full story: Thai PBS 2023-10-27 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Paetongtarn becomes new leader of Pheu Thai Paetongtarn, the youngest daughter of Thaksin Shinawatra, was elected new leader of the Pheu Thai party today (Friday). Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310479-paetongtarn-becomes-new-leader-of-pheu-thai/

Paetongtarn, the youngest daughter of Thaksin Shinawatra, was elected new leader of the Pheu Thai party today (Friday). Replacing Cholnan Srikaew, who resigned, Paetongtarn, 37, was chosen during a meeting of executives and core members of the party at the party’s headquarters. As Thaksin’s daughter, her victory surprised no one. Her father founded the party. Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin is expected to attend the meeting this afternoon. Full story: Thai PBS 2023-10-27 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Thailand to bid to host 2028 World Pride Thailand will bid to host World Pride in 2028, to reflect the country’s acceptance of and open mindedness regarding LGBT+ issues. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310404-thailand-to-bid-to-host-2028-world-pride/

Thailand will bid to host World Pride in 2028, to reflect the country’s acceptance of and open mindedness regarding LGBT+ issues. Government spokesperson Chai Wacharonke quoted Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin as saying that his government will fully support the bid and, if the country is selected, he would allocate budget for the hosting of the event. The event would also help boost the economy and tourism, Srettha said. The 2024 World Pride event will be held in Australia. In 2025 it will be in the US and the Netherlands in 2026. Full story: Thai PBS 2023-10-26 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Labour ministry to raise minimum wage to Bt400 max by December The Ministry of Labour is considering raising minimum wages, which currently range from 328-354 baht per day, to a maximum of 400 baht, according to Labour Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310402-labour-ministry-to-raise-minimum-wage-to-bt400-max-by-december/

The Ministry of Labour is considering raising minimum wages, which currently range from 328-354 baht per day, to a maximum of 400 baht, according to Labour Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn. He said today (Thursday) that by how much wages will be increased depends on the economic situation and inflation in each province, but the maximum should not exceed 400 baht per day. The minimum wage issue was discussed at a meeting today of the Senate Labour Affairs Committee, which was attended by Phiphat and Labour Permanent Secretary Pairote Chotikasathien. Full story: Thai PBS 2023-10-26 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Villagers flock to see fortune-bringing turtle found in northeast Thailand Picture courtesy of KhaoSod A large turtle attracted a crowd of villagers who believe it could be a harbinger of good fortune, after being found in the middle of the road. The spectacle took place today, at 174 House, Moo 9, in Nong Mek Village, Dan Chang Subdistrict, Bua Yai District, Nakhon Ratchasima Province, which is the home of 61 years old Sant Uthaida. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1310401-villagers-flock-to-see-fortune-bringing-turtle-found-in-northeast-thailand/