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A heated dispute over Bitcoin investment loss led to a domestic violence incident that escalated into a six-hour standoff with the police. The 35 year old husband, Kritsada, shot his wife and barricaded himself in their home in Uthai district, Ayutthaya province, before eventually surrendering to the authorities. The agitated husband yesterday shot his wife with a handgun, causing her injury. He then took refuge within their home. The police from Uthai station, Ayutthaya province, surrounded the residence for over six hours. They engaged in negotiation efforts with Kritsada, even involving a family member in the dialogue. The situation culminated in his surrender late at night. The next day, the police continued their close monitoring of Kritsada, who was under stress and in pain after shooting himself in the leg. Officer Manas Atthadod from Uthai Police Station, Ayutthaya province, revealed that Kritsada attempted to kill his 31 year old wife, Pitsamai, after which he stayed in the house for more than six hours. A police official further explained that they had to take precautions as the suspect was alone in the house, and they feared potential harm. Hence, they opted for negotiation and asked the suspect to destress and surrender himself. They even called his sister to talk to him, which eventually led to his surrender. By Nattapong Westwood Caption: Photo: KhaoSod Full story: The Thaiger 2023-09-18 - 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 gold prices hold steady: 33,000 baht for ornaments and 32,500 baht for bars Picture courtesy of Khaosod The Gold Traders Association announced that Thai gold prices remain steady today, compared to yesterday’s final prices. The association revealed that the selling price of gold ornaments stands at 33,000 baht per baht weight. This information was obtained from the Gold Traders Association’s website at 9.22am today. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306943-thai-gold-prices-hold-steady-33000-baht-for-ornaments-and-32500-baht-for-bars/

The Gold Traders Association announced that Thai gold prices remain steady today, compared to yesterday’s final prices. The association revealed that the selling price of gold ornaments stands at 33,000 baht per baht weight. This information was obtained from the Gold Traders Association’s website at 9.22am today. The domestic buying price for gold bars is set at 32,400 baht per baht-weight, with a selling price of 32,500 baht. For gold ornaments, the buying price is 31,820.84 baht, while the selling price is 33,000 baht. The global gold price, or Gold Spot, currently stands at US$1,925.50 per ounce. To summarise gold prices on September 18, 2023 (first announcement): Gold bars: Buying price: 32,400 baht, selling price: 32,500 baht. Gold ornaments: Buying price: 31,820.84 baht, selling price: 33,000 baht, Khaosod reported. By Atima Homtientong Caption: Picture courtesy of Khaosod Full story: The Thaiger 2023-09-18 - 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

Broken taxi meter mended: Thai good samaritan’s TikKok gesture goes viral Photo via TikTok @worldmj A kindhearted Thai woman shared a video on TikTok of the moment she helped a struggling taxi driver. She paid the driver an extra 2,350 baht to replace his broken meter. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306942-broken-taxi-meter-mended-thai-good-samaritan’s-tikkok-gesture-goes-viral/

A kindhearted Thai woman shared a video on TikTok of the moment she helped a struggling taxi driver. She paid the driver an extra 2,350 baht to replace his broken meter. The video was posted on the TikTok account, @worldmj on Tuesday, September 12. The video caption read… “Travelling for several kilometres, but the meter does not count it. What Should I do?” In the video, the woman asked the taxi driver why the meter stopped at 49 baht when she had already reached her destination. The driver explained that the meter was broken. He could not afford to buy a new one, but he could not stop working either, even if it meant earning less. The woman then asked the driver how much the new meter would cost. The driver replied that it would cost him 2,350 baht. By Petch Petpailin Caption: Photo via TikTok @worldmj Full story: The Thaiger 2023-09-18 - 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 economy faces scrutiny amid recession fears and slow pandemic recovery Photo taken from the Bangkok Post The Thai economy is in the spotlight as concerns over a looming recession persist due to the nation’s weak export outlook and slow recovery from the pandemic. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306939-thai-economy-faces-scrutiny-amid-recession-fears-and-slow-pandemic-recovery/

The Thai economy is in the spotlight as concerns over a looming recession persist due to the nation’s weak export outlook and slow recovery from the pandemic. Last week, the government faced heavy criticism from opposition parties and business leaders during a Thai economy policy debate, with the latter expressing concerns over the lack of detail in the 43-page policy statement on economic recovery plans. The government’s stimulus projects like the 10,000-baht digital wallet scheme, which requires an estimated 560 billion baht budget, have raised questions about the sourcing of funds. Despite this, independent political and economic analyst, Somjai Phagaphasvivat, argued that there are no signs of a recession in the Thai economy. “The chance of a recession is very low unless there is an economic crisis, such as a rapid surge in energy prices.” Somjai also highlighted the government’s economic stimulus measures, including the digital currency handout scheme, which is projected to add 1% to GDP growth next year. The National Economic and Social Development Council previously reduced its economic growth forecast for 2023 to 2.5-3% due to the global economic slowdown. By Alex Morgan Caption: Photo taken from the Bangkok Post Full story: The Thaiger 2023-09-18 - 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

Dengue Fever in Thailand 2023, and some tips to avoid bites Dengue fever in Thailand, tips to avoid bites With the number of dengue cases in Thailand this year projected to break records, health experts say a whole-of-society approach is what’s needed to help control the surge. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306938-dengue-fever-in-thailand-2023-and-some-tips-to-avoid-bites/

With the number of dengue cases in Thailand this year projected to break records, health experts say a whole-of-society approach is what’s needed to help control the surge. Piecemeal strategies such as fogging or mosquitoes with Wolbachia are not enough to stem an outbreak. Already this year, there have been 59 deaths due to dengue logged since January 1 to September 9, compared with 56 deaths for the whole of last year. During the same period, there were 82,485 cases, compared with the 66,102 cases in 2022. In some areas the number of cases has increase three-fold, along with the death rate. By Peter Roche Caption: Dengue fever in Thailand, tips to avoid bites Full story: Phuket GO 2023-09-18 - 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

Leading Thai Police and Relevant Agencies Discuss Police Reform in Thailand On September 17th, 2023, the Thai Journalists Association set up a conference on “Police Reform: Reclaim Faith or Downfall” in Bangkok lectured by Adjunct Professor Wicha Mahakun, a former member of the NCCC, or the National Counter Corruption Commission, Pol. Col. Wirut Sirisawatdibut, a Secretary General of IJR, and Dr. Mana Nimitmongkol, a Secretary General of ACT. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306937-leading-thai-police-and-relevant-agencies-discuss-police-reform-in-thailand/

On September 17th, 2023, the Thai Journalists Association set up a conference on “Police Reform: Reclaim Faith or Downfall” in Bangkok lectured by Adjunct Professor Wicha Mahakun, a former member of the NCCC, or the National Counter Corruption Commission, Pol. Col. Wirut Sirisawatdibut, a Secretary General of IJR, and Dr. Mana Nimitmongkol, a Secretary General of ACT. In the conference, Adjunct Professor Wicha commented in regard to the Royal Thai Police Organization in Thailand that centralized authority leads to a lack of comprehensive management in the organization and causes issues such as outsiders exploiting bribery, illicit promotions, gambling, etc. To reform this crisis state, decentralization and empowerment at provincial levels are necessary, Wicha believes. “The Thai police organization should abolish the current military-style ranking system: police officers must be civilians and have no rank. Additionally, rankings can be considered a bad working environment. This is a sustainable solution to police reformation,” said Pol. Col. Wirut. By Adam Judd Full story: The Pattaya News 2023-09-18 - 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

On September 17th, 2023, the Thai Journalists Association set up a conference on “Police Reform: Reclaim Faith or Downfall” in Bangkok lectured by Adjunct Professor Wicha Mahakun, a former member of the NCCC, or the National Counter Corruption Commission, Pol. Col. Wirut Sirisawatdibut, a Secretary General of IJR, and Dr. Mana Nimitmongkol, a Secretary General of ACT. In the conference, Adjunct Professor Wicha commented in regard to the Royal Thai Police Organization in Thailand that centralized authority leads to a lack of comprehensive management in the organization and causes issues such as outsiders exploiting bribery, illicit promotions, gambling, etc. To reform this crisis state, decentralization and empowerment at provincial levels are necessary, Wicha believes. “The Thai police organization should abolish the current military-style ranking system: police officers must be civilians and have no rank. Additionally, rankings can be considered a bad working environment. This is a sustainable solution to police reformation,” said Pol. Col. Wirut. By Adam Judd Full story: The Pattaya News 2023-09-18 - 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 and Laos Hold Talks on Boosting Tourism Cooperation BANGKOK (NNT) - Thailand and Laos have initiated discussions aimed at enhancing tourism collaboration, as they explore measures to attract more visitors to the region. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306935-thailand-and-laos-hold-talks-on-boosting-tourism-cooperation/

BANGKOK (NNT) - Thailand and Laos have initiated discussions aimed at enhancing tourism collaboration, as they explore measures to attract more visitors to the region. In a meeting held in Loei, Thailand, officials from both countries convened to discuss tourism route connectivity and expediting the construction of a second Thai-Lao friendship bridge in Pak Chom district. During the 20th Thai-Lao border security meeting, various topics were addressed, including tourism promotion, cultural exchanges and economic, social and security cooperation. As part of these efforts, Thailand recently approved a free-visa policy for Chinese tourists, prompting Laos to consider the development of its Muen border town in Vientiane to cater to the growing influx of Chinese visitors traveling to Thailand, with the possibility of extending their journeys into Laos. The proximity of Muen town to Pak Chom district in Laos positions it as a potential gateway for linking popular attractions in both Loei and Vientiane. Plans are in motion to upgrade Laos’ temporary checkpoint to a permanent one, allowing for smoother border crossings and improved accessibility. Loei also has ambitious plans to construct a second Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge in Pak Chom district. This infrastructure project is expected to have far-reaching benefits, including boosting tourism, trade, investment and logistical efficiency. The first Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge in Loei already connects Tha Li district in Loei to Kenethao City in Laos. By Paul Rujopakarn Full story: NNT 2023-09-18 - 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

Thais to enjoy more cut of electricity charge The Cabinet has decided today (Monday) to reduce further the electricity rate, to 3.99 baht per unit. This follows last week’s decision to reduce the rate from 4.45 to 4.10 baht/unit. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306934-thais-to-enjoy-more-cut-of-electricity-charge/

The Cabinet has decided today (Monday) to reduce further the electricity rate, to 3.99 baht per unit. This follows last week’s decision to reduce the rate from 4.45 to 4.10 baht/unit. The new rate will become effective in September’s billing cycle. The cabinet did not reveal about the duration of the cut. Full story: Thai PBS 2023-09-18 - 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

Funding sources for “digital wallet” scheme will be known in 10 days : Deputy finance minister The Finance Ministry is expected to have answers within ten days to clear public doubt about the source of funding for the government’s digital wallet scheme and the actual amount of money needed, Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat said today (Monday). Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306933-nesdc-casts-doubts-over-domestic-consumption-rise-from-digital-wallet-scheme/?do=findComment&comment=18356767

Funding sources for “digital wallet” scheme will be known in 10 days : Deputy finance minister The Finance Ministry is expected to have answers within ten days to clear public doubt about the source of funding for the government’s digital wallet scheme and the actual amount of money needed, Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat said today (Monday). After a special cabinet meeting today, he said that he has scheduled a meeting of relevant agencies for a discussion about the setting up of an ad hoc panel to consider two urgent issues, namely debt moratoria for farmers and the digital wallet scheme. Regarding the controversial digital wallet scheme, Julapun said that the Finance Ministry has agreed to accept feedback from all stakeholders about the scheme, including the idea of expanding the area in which recipients of the 10,000 baht under the scheme can spend the money, to cover more than 4km from their residences. Full story: Thai PBS 2023-09-18 - 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

NESDC casts doubts over domestic consumption rise from digital wallet scheme Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin attends the Thai Rath Forum 2023, on September 18 National Social and Economic Council (NESDC) is unsure that the digital wallet scheme will boost domestic consumption to the level desired by the government, as the current consumption rate remains high. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306933-nesdc-casts-doubts-over-domestic-consumption-rise-from-digital-wallet-scheme/

Deputy House speaker defends trip to Singapore First deputy House speaker Padipat Santiphada Deputy House speaker Padipat Suntiphada has defended his planned Singapore trip, saying people should not jump the gun in criticising him or his trip. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306932-padipat’s-trip-to-singapore-is-above-board-–-house-speaker/?do=findComment&comment=18356756

National Social and Economic Council (NESDC) is unsure that the digital wallet scheme will boost domestic consumption to the level desired by the government, as the current consumption rate remains high. According to the NESDC’s second quarter report this year, private sector consumption has increased by up to 7.8% for the first half of this year, fuelling doubts as to by how much more consumption would increase as a result of spending through the digital wallet, although the scheme will help boost the economy and GDP to a certain extent. According to the report, the total value of exports has dropped over three consecutive quarters by 5.5%, but are expected to pick up slightly in the 3rd and 4th quarters. Caption: Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin attends the Thai Rath Forum 2023, on September 18. Full story: Thai PBS 2023-09-18 - 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

Deputy House speaker defends trip to Singapore First deputy House speaker Padipat Santiphada Deputy House speaker Padipat Suntiphada has defended his planned Singapore trip, saying people should not jump the gun in criticising him or his trip. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306932-padipat’s-trip-to-singapore-is-above-board-–-house-speaker/?do=findComment&comment=18356756

Deputy House speaker defends trip to Singapore Deputy House speaker Padipat Suntiphada has defended his planned Singapore trip, saying people should not jump the gun in criticising him or his trip. “It is strange, because the trip has not yet commenced but many have already criticised me and the trip. They would do better to wait to see our performance after the trip and read my reports, which I will send to the ministers involved and the House speaker,” Padipat said. The 12-member group trip to Singapore, which Padipat of the Move Forward party will lead, has attracted harsh criticism on social media. The popular hashtags are #my_taxes, #taxpayerspayforyourtrip and #Padipatusesmytaxes. Caption: First deputy House speaker Padipat Santiphada Full story: Thai PBS 2023-09-18 - 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

Padipat’s trip to Singapore is above board – House speaker The much-criticized planned trip to Singapore by Deputy House Speaker Padipat Suntiphada is a working visit and is permissible under parliamentary regulations, said the House speaker on Monday. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306932-padipat’s-trip-to-singapore-is-above-board-–-house-speaker/

The much-criticized planned trip to Singapore by Deputy House Speaker Padipat Suntiphada is a working visit and is permissible under parliamentary regulations, said the House speaker on Monday. Padipat, as the leader of a group, asked to make an official visit to Singapore from September 21 to 25, but had not been officially invited, Speaker Wan Muhamad Noor Matha told reporters. The House speaker said he approved the trip and a budget of Bt1.379 million for the group of 12 people. Full story: Thai PBS 2023-09-18 - 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