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Officials ramp up maritime safety measures in Phuket PHOTO: Facebook/สำนักงานเจ้าท่าภูมิภาคที่ 5 Officials are stepping up maritime safety awareness to ensure tourists are kept safe while at sea. Prawet Supachai from the Region 5 Marine Office says all concerned parties in Phuket, Krabi, Phang Nga, Ranong, Satun and Trang have been told to make sure all operators are aware of safety precautions and maritime regulations. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1309444-officials-ramp-up-maritime-safety-measures-in-phuket/

Officials are stepping up maritime safety awareness to ensure tourists are kept safe while at sea. Prawet Supachai from the Region 5 Marine Office says all concerned parties in Phuket, Krabi, Phang Nga, Ranong, Satun and Trang have been told to make sure all operators are aware of safety precautions and maritime regulations. In addition, officials are being reminded that maritime regulations must be strictly enforced. Checks are to be carried out on all piers, boats, and crew, to ensure vessels are properly licenced and boat crew have work permits. Prawet says that since the start of the year, around 9.1 million people have travelled through the piers under the supervision of the Region 5 Marine Office, undertaking a total of 410,000 trips. Most of those were in Phuket, with 4 million passengers, followed by 3.6 million in Krabi and 760,000 in Satun. There were 330,000 in Ranong, 220,000 in Phang Nga, and 104,000 in Trang. By Peter Roche Caption: PHOTO: Facebook/สำนักงานเจ้าท่าภูมิภาคที่ 5 Full story: Phuket GO 2023-10-16 - 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

Tourism Ministry Allocates 600 Million Baht to Boost Visitors to Thailand The Thai Ministry of Tourism and Sports is earmarking 600 million Thai baht (equivalent to US$16 million or RM77 million) from its core budget to invigorate the tourism sector during the forthcoming high season. This manoeuvre comes in anticipation of a deferment in the disbursement of the fiscal 2024 budget until April of next year. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1309443-tourism-ministry-allocates-600-million-baht-to-boost-visitors-to-thailand/

The Thai Ministry of Tourism and Sports is earmarking 600 million Thai baht (equivalent to US$16 million or RM77 million) from its core budget to invigorate the tourism sector during the forthcoming high season. This manoeuvre comes in anticipation of a deferment in the disbursement of the fiscal 2024 budget until April of next year. Thai Tourism and Sports Minister Sudawan Wangsuphakijkosol conveyed that the envisaged budget will be channelled to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) for spearheading promotional ventures, commencing from the final quarter of this year, 2023, and stretching into the initial quarter of 2024. Central to the promotional blueprint are notable projects such as the Amazing Thailand Passport Privileges, which is earmarked a budget of 150 million baht to bolster Thailand’s appeal as a coveted shopping haven. An equal sum has been set aside for orchestrating marketing endeavours aimed at a global audience. By Tom Sinclair Full story: The Pattaya News 2023-10-16 - 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

Cabinet Approves Visa Extension for Russian Tourists BANGKOK, Oct 16 (TNA) – The Thai Cabinet has given its approval for an extension of the visa-free stay for Russian tourists to 90 days in an effort to boost tourism in Thailand. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1309442-cabinet-approves-visa-extension-for-russian-tourists/

BANGKOK, Oct 16 (TNA) – The Thai Cabinet has given its approval for an extension of the visa-free stay for Russian tourists to 90 days in an effort to boost tourism in Thailand. Following a cabinet meeting, Prime Minister and Finance Minister Srettha Thavisin and the Minister of Finance disclosed their plans to extend the duration of the visa-free period. This decision comes as part of a broader initiative to stimulate the tourism sector, replacing the previous 30-day visa-free period with a more extended 90-day stay. Full story: Thai News Agency 2023-10-16 - 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

Phue Thai MP Weighs in on Digital Wallet Scheme BANGKOK (NNT) - A Member of Parliament (MP) from Pheu Thai Party has indicated that the government program to provide a 10,000-baht stipend through digital wallet is completely separated from the initiative to create a cash circulation system through blockchain technology. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1309441-phue-thai-mp-weighs-in-on-digital-wallet-scheme/

BANGKOK (NNT) - A Member of Parliament (MP) from Pheu Thai Party has indicated that the government program to provide a 10,000-baht stipend through digital wallet is completely separated from the initiative to create a cash circulation system through blockchain technology. MP Worawat Ear-apinyakul from Prae elaborated on the issue. He urged the public to consider the end results of similar government programs like universal healthcare, the Village Fund, and OTOP (One Tambon One Product). The MP argued that the government is not simply giving away free money. Instead, it aims to incentivize investments, thereby stimulating the economy in a closed system that controls monetary expenditure. The ultimate outcome will be tax revenue for the government. On the topic of government funding, Worawat pointed out that there is an annual surplus of 4.8 trillion baht outside the government’s regular budget. The real question is how and when the government will choose to distribute this wealth into the financial system for the benefit of the public. Worawat expressed confidence in the Pheu Thai Party’s economic team. He believes they are capable of finding the right moment to implement policies like the issuance of 50 million rai of land titles, which could add an additional 5 trillion baht of financial security. With projects aimed at increasing citizens’ income through job creation and raising OTOP workgroups to industrial levels, he is confident that prosperity will reach the public within four years. Lastly, the MP emphasized the government’s focus on tourism as a primary goal to boost the economy. He is optimistic that the government can efficiently resolve the country’s economic issues. By Na-ark Rojanasuvan Full story: NNT 2023-10-16 - 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

Government Addresses Debts of Workers Returning from Israel BANGKOK (NNT) - The Bank for Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperatives (BAAC) is investigating ways to support Thai laborers who have returned from Israel. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1309439-government-addresses-debts-of-workers-returning-from-israel/

BANGKOK (NNT) - The Bank for Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperatives (BAAC) is investigating ways to support Thai laborers who have returned from Israel. The initiative is led by Deputy Minister of Finance Julapun Amornvivat, who discussed the initiative while on a visit to the northern province of Chiang Mai. According to Deputy Minister Julapun, the BAAC will review the names of those affected to determine what kind of help can be offered. Possibilities include debt deferral and immediate living support. If affected individuals meet Cabinet-approved criteria, they will be eligible for these measures. In special cases, additional help will be considered. A detailed report is expected in two weeks. In the event of a death resulting from the mentioned conflicts, debt forgiveness may be considered. At the time of this report, 28 Thais have been killed in the violence that erupted along the Israel-Gaza border on October 7th, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. By Na-ark Rojanasuvan Full story: NNT 2023-10-16 - 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

New ‘Monopoly: Chiang Mai Edition’ board game now available Bangkok, 12 October 2023 – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has launched the latest version of the world’s favourite family game – ‘Monopoly: Chiang Mai Edition’ – the second of special Thailand editions following the success of the Monopoly: Phuket Edition. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1309438-new-‘monopoly-chiang-mai-edition’-board-game-now-available/

Bangkok, 12 October 2023 – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has launched the latest version of the world’s favourite family game – ‘Monopoly: Chiang Mai Edition’ – the second of special Thailand editions following the success of the Monopoly: Phuket Edition. The Monopoly: Chiang Mai Edition is created by Winning Moves UK under license from the Monopoly owners Hasbro and in partnership with TAT. Winning Moves UK also releases a Chiang Mai edition of the popular card game Top Trumps. The new Monopoly: Chiang Mai Edition board game is set to immerse players in the rich tapestry of Chiang Mai’s culture, history, and landmarks. The game features more than 30 locations and activities in Chiang Mai, including Doi Ang Khang, Bua Tong Waterfall, Chiang Mai Night Bazaar, Chang Moi Road, and Doi Inthanon which features on the ‘most expensive’ side of the board on a dark blue space. Full story: TAT NEWS 2023-10-16 - 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

Flooding in Thailand’s Ayutthaya and Ubon Ratchathani provinces Almost 12,000 households in nine districts of Ayutthaya province, which are not protected by floodwalls, are now inundated due to the rising level of the Chao Phraya River, its tributaries and canals, after irrigation officials discharged about 1,800 cubic metres of water/second through the Chao Phraya dam for three consecutive days. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1309436-flooding-in-thailand’s-ayutthaya-and-ubon-ratchathani-provinces/

Almost 12,000 households in nine districts of Ayutthaya province, which are not protected by floodwalls, are now inundated due to the rising level of the Chao Phraya River, its tributaries and canals, after irrigation officials discharged about 1,800 cubic metres of water/second through the Chao Phraya dam for three consecutive days. According to the provincial public disaster prevention and mitigation office, the huge amount of water discharged downstream is causing the level of Chao Phraya, which flows through Ayutthaya, a network of canals and the Noi River, to rise above its banks and inundate about 11,950 households in Sena, Bang Barn, Pak Hai, Mueang, Bang Sai, Bang Sai, Bang Pahan, Maharaj and Bang Pa-in districts. Farmland in five sub-districts and 13 villages, covering an area of about 8,480 hectares, are also under water. Full story: Thai PBS 2023-10-16 - 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

BMA has no problem with pubs and bars staying open until 4am Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt said today (Monday) that he has no objection to night entertainment venues staying open until 4am, but the zoning system must be updated to ensure that noise from such venues will not cause a disturbance to people in the same neighbourhood. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1309435-bma-has-no-problem-with-pubs-and-bars-staying-open-until-4am/

Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt said today (Monday) that he has no objection to night entertainment venues staying open until 4am, but the zoning system must be updated to ensure that noise from such venues will not cause a disturbance to people in the same neighbourhood. Admitting that some pubs and bars are still operating illegally beyond the current 2am time limit, he said that making all the night spots comply with the law, by allowing them to stay open until 4am, would be more logical and orderly. The governor said that the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has discussed the issue with the strategic committee on soft power and has proposed that both of them should work together to develop measures to prevent underage people from accessing the entertainment venues. Full story: Thai PBS 2023-10-16 - 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

20-baht train fares for Purple and Red lines effective today (Monday) Starting today, fares on the Purple Line, between Taopoon and Khlong Bang Phai, and the Red Line suburban train, between Bang Sue and Rangsit and Bang Sue and Taling Chan, will be 20 baht for the entire route, after the cabinet approved the train fare cut today with immediate effect. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1309434-20-baht-train-fares-for-purple-and-red-lines-effective-today-monday/

Starting today, fares on the Purple Line, between Taopoon and Khlong Bang Phai, and the Red Line suburban train, between Bang Sue and Rangsit and Bang Sue and Taling Chan, will be 20 baht for the entire route, after the cabinet approved the train fare cut today with immediate effect. Transport Minister Suriya Juangroongruangkit and officials of the Department of Rail Transport went to Bang Sue train terminal this morning to check the train service and to officiate over the introduction of the new train fare. The Purple Line is 23km long and has 16 stations. The Red Line is divided into two sections. Bang Sue-Taling Chan is 26km and has 10 stations, while the Bang Sue-Rangsit section is 15km with 4 stations. Full story: Thai PBS 2023-10-16 - 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

A call for solidarity in the face of recent events in Israel Hamas is a radical Islamic terrorist organization, that has openly declared its intention to destroy Israel. They are heavily supported by the extremist Iranian regime which supplies them with weapons, training and funds. Hamas is classified as a terrorist organization by numerous countries, including the United States, all member states of the European Union, Canada, the UK, Australia, and many others. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1309183-a-call-for-solidarity-in-the-face-of-recent-events-in-israel/

Hamas is a radical Islamic terrorist organization, that has openly declared its intention to destroy Israel. They are heavily supported by the extremist Iranian regime which supplies them with weapons, training and funds. Hamas is classified as a terrorist organization by numerous countries, including the United States, all member states of the European Union, Canada, the UK, Australia, and many others. On October 7, 2023, Hamas launched a massive, monstrous, unprovoked attack on the civilian population of Israel during the Jewish festival of Simchat Torah. This ongoing assault has seen hundreds of terrorists infiltrate Israeli territory by land, air and sea, specifically targeting Israeli civilian communities near the Gaza Strip. More than 3,500 rockets were launched at towns and cities across the country, with the explicit aim of causing harm to innocent civilians. According to medical authorities, the tragic toll stands at over 1,200 lives lost, with thousands more suffering various degrees of injuries. Additionally, at least 400 individuals have been classified as missing or taken captive by Hamas, forcibly transported to Gaza. Regrettably, it is anticipated that these numbers will continue to rise. Tragically, among the casualties, there are several foreign nationals, including 22 Thai workers who lost their lives, several who sustained injuries, and an unknown number of workers who were kidnapped and taken to Gaza. Caption: Photo by Facebook page Israel in Thailand Full story: Thai PBS 2023-10-13 - 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 Foreign Ministry aims to evacuate 400 Thais from Israel per day The Thai Foreign Ministry has set a target to evacuate at least 400 Thais from Israel each day through all possible channels, according to Kanchana Patarachoke, director-general of the Information Department and spokesperson for the ministry, today (Friday). Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1309182-thai-foreign-ministry-aims-to-evacuate-400-thais-from-israel-per-day/

The Thai Foreign Ministry has set a target to evacuate at least 400 Thais from Israel each day through all possible channels, according to Kanchana Patarachoke, director-general of the Information Department and spokesperson for the ministry, today (Friday). The number of Thais who have expressed a wish to fly back to Thailand has increased to 6,778, while 85 others have insisted on staying in Israel. The Thai death toll in the Hamas attack remains 21. 16 Thai nationals are believed to be being held captive by Hamas and 14 were injured, including some who have already arrived back in Thailand. Kanchana said that about 99% of all foreigners, including Thai nationals, have been evacuated from the “red zones” by Israeli forces. Full story: Thai PBS 2023-10-13 - 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

“Sor Por Kor” 4-01 land certificates to be converted into land title deeds for farmers The Land Reform for Agriculture Committee made a landmark decision on Thursday, to change the Sor Por Kor 4-01 land certificates into land title deeds, which can be used as collateral against loans from state and commercial banks, with the first set of deeds tentatively to be distributed to farmers by January 15th, according to Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperatives Minister Thammarat Prompao. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1309181-“sor-por-kor”-4-01-land-certificates-to-be-converted-into-land-title-deeds-for-farmers/

The Land Reform for Agriculture Committee made a landmark decision on Thursday, to change the Sor Por Kor 4-01 land certificates into land title deeds, which can be used as collateral against loans from state and commercial banks, with the first set of deeds tentatively to be distributed to farmers by January 15th, according to Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperatives Minister Thammarat Prompao. He said that, even if the Sor Por Kor 4-01 land certificates are changed into land title deeds, there are, however, conditions attached, with which farmers who own land will have to comply, such as the requirement that the land be used for agricultural purposes and can be sold only to farmers who are qualified to own it. Farmers who are entitled to have their Sor Por Kor 4-01 land certificates converted must prove that they have used their land for agriculture for at least five years. There are about 1.6 million farmers with about 2.2 million Sor Por Kor 4-01 land certificates, covering about 3.52 million hectares of land, who are qualified to receive land title deeds. Full story: Thai PBS 2023-10-13 - 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

Two elephants electrocuted near a durian plantation in Surat Thani province Two adult elephants were found dead, believed electrocuted, near a durian plantation within the Tai Rom Yen National Park in the Kanchanadit district of the southern province of Surat Thani. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1309171-two-elephants-electrocuted-near-a-durian-plantation-in-surat-thani-province/