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Bangkok mall shooting suspect called 191 to identify himself The suspected gunman is seen on his knees as policemen approach him. The encounter took place at Siam Kempinski where the suspect fled to after the shooting spree at Siam Paragon. The shopping mall shooting suspect called 191 to identify himself to the police as the perpetrator and to tell them that he was in a furniture shop on the third floor of the mall, wearing a black jacket, tactical style trousers and a hat and that he is only 14, according to Pol Maj-Gen Panop Vorathanatchakul, commander of the Patrol and Special Operation Division, which operates the 191 emergency call centre. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308420-bangkok-mall-shooting-suspect-called-191-to-identify-himself/

The shopping mall shooting suspect called 191 to identify himself to the police as the perpetrator and to tell them that he was in a furniture shop on the third floor of the mall, wearing a black jacket, tactical style trousers and a hat and that he is only 14, according to Pol Maj-Gen Panop Vorathanatchakul, commander of the Patrol and Special Operation Division, which operates the 191 emergency call centre. He said that the vital message from the boy was then relayed, via the police radio networks, to the officers on the ground, adding that they were advised to talk the suspected shooter into laying down his weapons and surrendering to the police. The 191 police commander also said that he had closely monitored the situation on another phone and was in contact with the officers on the ground, providing advice on the surrender procedure. Caption: The suspected gunman is seen on his knees as policemen approach him. The encounter took place at Siam Kempinski where the suspect fled to after the shooting spree at Siam Paragon. Full story: Thai PBS 2023-10-05 - 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

Dead Bryde’s whale towed ashore in Cha-am district for examination The remains of a Bryde’s whale was towed by trawler to Cham-am beach, near a fishing pier in Phetchaburi province today (Thursday), after it was found floating at sea, about five kilometres from the shore. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308419-dead-bryde’s-whale-towed-ashore-in-cha-am-district-for-examination/

The remains of a Bryde’s whale was towed by trawler to Cham-am beach, near a fishing pier in Phetchaburi province today (Thursday), after it was found floating at sea, about five kilometres from the shore. The whale, which is estimated to weigh about ten tonnes and is 13 metres long, is believed to have died more than 10 days ago and is in a state of decomposition. The remains were subsequently towed to the Rama VI barracks in Cha-am district, to be examined by veterinarians from the marine and coastal resources research centre to determine the exact cause of its death. Full story: Thai PBS 2023-10-05 - 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

Inequitable distribution of income root cause of farmers’ debt – TTB Analytics The government’s 3-year debt moratorium program for indebted farmers will relieve the pain for only a limited time, but will not actually resolve the debt problem, which is structural and rooted in the inequitable distribution of income from farm produce, according to TTB Analytics of the TMB Thanachart Bank. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308417-inequitable-distribution-of-income-root-cause-of-farmers’-debt-–-ttb-analytics/

The government’s 3-year debt moratorium program for indebted farmers will relieve the pain for only a limited time, but will not actually resolve the debt problem, which is structural and rooted in the inequitable distribution of income from farm produce, according to TTB Analytics of the TMB Thanachart Bank. For example, the selling price of 100% white rice last year averaged 17.5 baht/kg, but farmers only earned 8.8 baht/kg. Their production costs ranged from 8.16-9.32 baht/kg (depending on their land rent and mechanised harvesting costs) compared to 7.25-8.28 baht/kg a year earlier. On top of that, farmers may incur additional expenses for fertiliser and pesticide. In summation, last year farmers earned a net income of only 0.64 baht per kilogram of their rice crops. Full story: Thai PBS 2023-10-05 - 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 Woman Plunges to Death at Pattaya Condo A Thai woman plunged to her death at a 32-story condominium complex in the Naklua sub-distict of Pattaya on Tuesday night, October 3rd. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308345-thai-woman-plunges-to-death-at-pattaya-condo/

A Thai woman plunged to her death at a 32-story condominium complex in the Naklua sub-distict of Pattaya on Tuesday night, October 3rd. Pol. Lt. Col. Chanan Kaserabua, the deputy investigator of the Pattaya Police Station, received a report of a person falling from a condominium complex on Naklua Road in Banglamung district, Chonburi province at 7 PM yesterday, and rushed to the scene with rescue workers and a paramedic team from Banglamung Hospital. Upon arrival at the 32-story building whose name was withheld by law enforcement pending a further investigation, the authorities found the body of a Thai woman on the fifth-floor parking garage area. The woman, whose name has been withheld by police, was 32-years-old and was pronounced dead at the scene due to grievous injuries. Full story: The Pattaya News 2023-10-04 - 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 airport in Phang Nga to promote tourism along Andaman coast PHANG NGA (NNT) - As part of the government’s urgent policy to promote tourism along the Andaman coast and to increase revenue from tourism activities, Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin and his entourage traveled to Phuket and Phang Nga to follow up on transportation infrastructure development projects. The Andaman coast is comprised of the provinces of Phang Nga, Phuket, Krabi, and Ranong. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308344-new-airport-in-phang-nga-to-promote-tourism-along-andaman-coast/

PHANG NGA (NNT) - As part of the government’s urgent policy to promote tourism along the Andaman coast and to increase revenue from tourism activities, Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin and his entourage traveled to Phuket and Phang Nga to follow up on transportation infrastructure development projects. The Andaman coast is comprised of the provinces of Phang Nga, Phuket, Krabi, and Ranong. Along the Andaman coast, three airport development and construction projects are underway: the second phase of the Phuket International Airport Development Project, the development of the Krabi International Airport, and the construction of the Phang Nga Airport (also known as the Andaman International Airport) in the Khok Kloi Subdistrict of Takua Thung District, Phang Nga Province. According to Airports of Thailand PLC (AOT), the goal of building Phang Nga province’s Andaman International Airport was to boost tourism and turn the provinces along the Andaman coast into air transportation hubs. It is predicted that the construction process will last seven years, with three years devoted to research and development and four years to construction. By the time the airport opens in 2031, there should be a minimum of 15 million more tourists visiting the Andaman region annually. The Prime Minister stressed the necessity for ongoing development in Phuket as one of the world’s top tourism destinations. He urged the responsible organizations to look out for and guarantee the safety of both locals and visitors. Full story: NNT 2023-10-04 - 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

Mall Shooting Could Lead to Increased Gun Control BANGKOK, Oct 4 (TNA) – The shooting incident at a well-known mall could be a turning point prompting the government to tighten gun control, said the president of the Firearms Business Association. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308342-mall-shooting-could-lead-to-increased-gun-control/

BANGKOK, Oct 4 (TNA) – The shooting incident at a well-known mall could be a turning point prompting the government to tighten gun control, said the president of the Firearms Business Association. The association president Mr. Tithitorn Bupparammanee believes that the recent shooting incident at Siam Paragon will serve as a turning point for the government to increase control over the import and sale of firearms, as well as regulate firearm ownership in the future. He spoke about the issue of imitation firearms, which have been used in criminal activities over the past five years. Full story: Thai News Agency 2023-10-04 - 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

Foreign Ministry Expresses Condolences After Mall Shooting BANGKOK, Oct 4 (TNA) – The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Tourism expressed deep condolences to the victims following the violent incident at Siam Paragon Mall. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308341-foreign-ministry-expresses-condolences-after-mall-shooting/

BANGKOK, Oct 4 (TNA) – The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Tourism expressed deep condolences to the victims following the violent incident at Siam Paragon Mall. Mr. Jakrapong Saengmanee, the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, expressed sorrow over the loss of lives and injuries resulting from the shooting yesterday. He emphasized the importance of considering the emotional well-being of all Thai people and reiterated the need for law enforcement, such as gun control. Full story: Thai News Agency 2023-10-04 - 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 Advocates for Strengthening Gun Laws BANGKOK, Oct 4 (TNA) – Prime Minister and Finance Minister Srettha Thavisin thanked the police for swift action in control the situation of the mall shooting, while discussing firearm regulations with National Police Chief. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308340-pm-advocates-for-strengthening-gun-laws/

BANGKOK, Oct 4 (TNA) – Prime Minister and Finance Minister Srettha Thavisin thanked the police for swift action in control the situation of the mall shooting, while discussing firearm regulations with National Police Chief. The prime minister on Wednesday met Pol Gen Torsak Sukvimol, the national police chief at the Royal Thai Police headquarters following the shooting at Siam Paragon mall yesterday which involves the 14-year-old suspect using a modified blank- firing pistol to attack people. The prime minister expressed his gratitude to the National Police for their outstanding and prompt operations carried out yesterday. Full story: Thai News Agency 2023-10-04 - 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 Assume Leadership Role in AIBD Executive Board BALAKLAVA (NNT) - The Public Relations Department (PRD) of Thailand on Tuesday, October 3rd, participated in the 48th Annual Gathering and the 21st Asia-Pacific Institute for Broadcasting Development (AIBD) General Conference & Associated Meetings 2023 in the city of Balaklava, Mauritius. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308339-thailand-to-assume-leadership-role-in-aibd-executive-board/

BALAKLAVA (NNT) - The Public Relations Department (PRD) of Thailand on Tuesday, October 3rd, participated in the 48th Annual Gathering and the 21st Asia-Pacific Institute for Broadcasting Development (AIBD) General Conference & Associated Meetings 2023 in the city of Balaklava, Mauritius. According to Ms. Sudruthai Lertkasem, PRD Deputy Director-General and head of the Thai delegation, the meeting focused on modernizing media activities, aligning them with the needs of member countries, and supporting the AIBD’s global sustainability effort. One of the meeting’s significant outcomes was India’s election as the AIBD General Conference president, with Cambodia as vice-president. The Public Relations Department of Thailand was chosen to lead the AIBD Executive Board (EXBO) for a tenure of two years. The AIBD, a notable international organization under the United Nations’ oversight, has a diverse membership. With 41 organizations from 26 countries as full members and another 66 organizations as associate members, the institute plays a pivotal role in the advancement of radio, television, and the broader media industry. AIBD emphasizes delivering accurate, timely, and accessible information to the public across various channels. PRD Deputy Director-General Sudruthai stressed the importance of AIBD as a means to set comprehensive communication strategies to address global changes as well as adapt to the evolving media and digital technologies, all of which coincide with the policies of the Thai Prime Minister’s Office and the recent agreements that came out of the ASEAN Ministerial Meeting in Vietnam. By Woraprat Lerpaisal Full story: NNT 2023-10-04 - 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

TAT considers actions needed to restore tourist confidence in Thailand The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is working on a plan to restore foreign tourist confidence in Thailand, after assessing the impacts of the Siam Paragon shopping mall shooting on the Thai tourism sector. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308338-tat-considers-actions-needed-to-restore-tourist-confidence-in-thailand/

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is working on a plan to restore foreign tourist confidence in Thailand, after assessing the impacts of the Siam Paragon shopping mall shooting on the Thai tourism sector. TAT Governor Thapanee Kiatphaibool said today (Wednesday) that it may take about a week to get a clearer picture of how many foreign tourists cancel or postpone their planned visits to Thailand following the shooting. The first action to be taken, in coordination with relevant state agencies, is to improve safety at all tourist destinations, including shopping malls and restaurants, so visitors can feel safe, she said, adding that they will also mount a publicity campaign to boost the image of the country as a safe place for visitors on short, mid and long-term bases. Thapanee said that relevant agencies must make sure that the injured are properly taken care of, both physically and mentally and expressed condolences, on behalf of the TAT and staff, to the families of the dead and injured. Source: Thai PBS 2023-10-04 - 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

Mall shooting suspect charged with premeditated murder Ambulances and police vehicles are seen outside Siam Paragon shopping centre in Bangkok on October 3, 2023. / AFP Five criminal charges, including premeditated murder, have been filed against the 14-year-old male suspect in the shooting spree at the Siam Paragon shopping mall in Bangkok yesterday (Tuesday). Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308318-serious-charges-filed-against-young-suspect-in-shopping-mall-shooting/?do=findComment&comment=18395991

Mall shooting suspect charged with premeditated murder Five criminal charges, including premeditated murder, have been filed against the 14-year-old male suspect in the shooting spree at the Siam Paragon shopping mall in Bangkok yesterday (Tuesday). The other charges are attempted murder, possession of a firearm without a license, carrying firearms in public without permission and discharging a firearm in public. The suspect, whose identity is being kept confidential, has been taken to the Central Juvenile and Family Court, to seek approval for further detention while the investigation continues. Caption: Ambulances and police vehicles are seen outside Siam Paragon shopping centre in Bangkok on October 3, 2023. / AFP Full story: Thai PBS 2023-10-04 - 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

First referendum on new constitution expected in Q1 of next year The first referendum on a new constitution for Thailand is expected to be held during the first quarter of next year, after the formation of a 35-member ad hoc panel tasked with studying how the Constitution should be amended or rewritten and how many referenda will be needed, said Deputy Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai today (Tuesday). Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308265-first-referendum-on-new-constitution-expected-in-q1-of-next-year/

The first referendum on a new constitution for Thailand is expected to be held during the first quarter of next year, after the formation of a 35-member ad hoc panel tasked with studying how the Constitution should be amended or rewritten and how many referenda will be needed, said Deputy Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai today (Tuesday). Phumtham, who was tasked with recruiting knowledgeable people from various disciplines to form the panel, said that he has scheduled the first meeting, to be chaired by himself, on October 10th. He said that he has tried to bring all stakeholder voices onto the panel, including academics, student representatives, members of the business and agricultural sectors, the mass media and the opposition, among others, adding that the Move Forward party is yet to confirm whether it wants to join. Full story: Thai PBS 2023-10-03 - 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 rice exporters to discuss boosting exports with commerce minister Leading members of the Thai Rice Exporters’ Association are seeking a meeting with Commerce Minister Phumtham Wechayachai, to discuss Thai rice exports and Thai rice’s competitiveness on the global market, after Thailand was recently pushed to the world’s third largest rice exporter by Vietnam. Despite its recent ban on rice exports, India remains in the top spot. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308264-thai-rice-exporters-to-discuss-boosting-exports-with-commerce-minister/