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PM to attend UN General Assembly in New York Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin said today (Wednesday) that he will attend the United Nations General Assembly in the US this month and expects to meet international business leaders while he is there. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305720-pm-to-attend-un-general-assembly-in-new-york/

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin said today (Wednesday) that he will attend the United Nations General Assembly in the US this month and expects to meet international business leaders while he is there. The 78th UNGA meeting will be held between September 18 and 26 in New York. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/pm-to-attend-un-general-assembly-in-new-york/ -- Thai PBS 2023-09-06 - 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

Business leader sees tourism as key to Thailand’s economic growth Chairman of the Thai Chamber of Commerce, Sanan Angubolkul, talked with Thai PBS World’s Franc Han Shih With Thailand’s new government, led by Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin of Pheu Thai Party, finally in place, there is growing anticipation among Thai business leaders for a swift economic recovery. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305719-business-leader-sees-tourism-as-key-to-thailand’s-economic-growth/

With Thailand’s new government, led by Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin of Pheu Thai Party, finally in place, there is growing anticipation among Thai business leaders for a swift economic recovery. In a recent interview with Thai PBS World, Chairman of the Thai Chamber of Commerce, Sanan Angubolkul, said tourism plays a vital role in driving the economy. He urged the government to relax visa rules for tourists quickly, especially for those from China who currently have to go through a lengthy visa application procedure. “The new government has to attract more tourists to Thailand. This year, we have set a target of 28 to 30 million tourists, including 5 million from China. So far, only 1.8 million Chinese tourists have arrived. The new government should facilitate the electronic visa process, because the current procedure is very inconvenient for Chinese tourists and it takes too long. Another issue is that there are not enough flights on which Chinese tourists can fly in,” he said. Caption: Chairman of the Thai Chamber of Commerce, Sanan Angubolkul, talked with Thai PBS World’s Franc Han Shih. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/business-leader-sees-tourism-as-key-to-thailands-economic-growth/ -- Thai PBS 2023-09-06 - 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

Please allow me to work and ask me again if I have a free hand : Srettha PM Srettha Thavisin pays respect to a sacred shrine in the Government House on Wednesday. Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin said today (Wednesday) that he will work diligently, because the public are expecting him to solve their problems, but asked for time to do what is needed. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305717-please-allow-me-to-work-and-ask-me-again-if-i-have-a-free-hand-srettha/

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin said today (Wednesday) that he will work diligently, because the public are expecting him to solve their problems, but asked for time to do what is needed. Srettha was speaking at a press conference today, after he had chaired the first Cabinet meeting at the Government House, following an oath-taking ceremony before Their Majesties the King and Queen on Tuesday. In his first Cabinet meeting, Srettha said that they had just exchanged opinions, adding “I just informed them of the direction of this government. Like I said before, this government will do its best and work tirelessly for the benefit of the country and the people. Caption: PM Srettha Thavisin pays respect to a sacred shrine in the Government House on Wednesday. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/please-allow-me-to-work-and-ask-me-again-if-i-have-a-free-hand-srettha/ -- Thai PBS 2023-09-06 - 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 police chief in Cambodia seeking help to track down call centre gang members Pol Gen Surachate Hakparn, the deputy national police, is in Cambodia today (Tuesday) to seek cooperation from police there in the arrests of nine Thai and Chinese suspects working in a call centre gang. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305634-deputy-police-chief-in-cambodia-seeking-help-to-track-down-call-centre-gang-members/

Pol Gen Surachate Hakparn, the deputy national police, is in Cambodia today (Tuesday) to seek cooperation from police there in the arrests of nine Thai and Chinese suspects working in a call centre gang. They allegedly involved in the deaths of three Thai family members and the attempted suicide of the family head. Surachate had with them arrest warrants issued by a Thai court. The Cambodia-based call centre scam came to light when a man in Samut Prakan killed his wife and two children with a knife and attempted to commit suicide with the same knife at their house on August 28. The man survived the suicide bid. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/thai-deputy-police-chief-in-cambodia-seeking-help-to-track-down-call-centre-gang-members/ -- Thai PBS 2023-09-05 - 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

EGAT expects “Utility Green Tariff” to be announced around year-end Warit Rattanachuen, Assistant Governor, EGAT The Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT) is expected to announce a new energy price structure, which is known as the “Utility Green Tariff” (UGT), at year end or early next year, in the hope that it will attract multinational corporations to invest in renewable energy mega projects in Thailand. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305633-egat-expects-“utility-green-tariff”-to-be-announced-around-year-end/

The Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT) is expected to announce a new energy price structure, which is known as the “Utility Green Tariff” (UGT), at year end or early next year, in the hope that it will attract multinational corporations to invest in renewable energy mega projects in Thailand. Warit Rattanachuen, EGAT’s assistant governor for research, innovations and business development, said at a recent seminar on “Road to Net Zero” that several countries have resorted to tax measures on businesses to encourage them to reduce their greenhouse emissions. He said EGAT has cooperated with the Board of Investment, the Metropolitan Electricity Authority and Provincial Electricity Authority and had gauged the opinions of several potential major investors about investing in renewable energy projects in Thailand and the energy price structure. Caption: Warit Rattanachuen, Assistant Governor, EGAT Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/egat-expects-utility-green-tariff-to-be-announced-around-year-end/ -- Thai PBS 2023-09-05 - 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

PM Srettha urges public to trust his government Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has asked the public to have faith in his government, as he vowed to put economic policies promised during the election campaign into immediate practice. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305632-pm-srettha-urges-public-to-trust-his-government/

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has asked the public to have faith in his government, as he vowed to put economic policies promised during the election campaign into immediate practice. Speaking to the media after leading his 34 cabinet ministers in an oath-taking ceremony before Their Majesties the King and Queen at Dusit Palace, Srettha said that his government is fully aware of the pressing problems faced by the people, be they economic, social or political division, and is committed to addressing them with resolve as quickly as possible. Regarding the “digital wallet” scheme, he said that he expects it to be launched within the first quarter of next year. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/pm-srettha-urges-public-to-trust-his-government/ -- Thai PBS 2023-09-05 - 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

Buzz around relic-embedded Buddha statue in Ban Khai District Image courtesy of Sanook A renowned temple in the Ban Khai District of Rayong recently created a buzz with the construction of a colourful rendition of the Buddha statue, featuring vibrant green, yellow, and red hues. This edition, known as the Wat Taek version of the Buddha, also comprises relics of famous eastern monks, making it a hot topic among Buddhist statue enthusiasts. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305627-buzz-around-relic-embedded-buddha-statue-in-ban-khai-district/

A renowned temple in the Ban Khai District of Rayong recently created a buzz with the construction of a colourful rendition of the Buddha statue, featuring vibrant green, yellow, and red hues. This edition, known as the Wat Taek version of the Buddha, also comprises relics of famous eastern monks, making it a hot topic among Buddhist statue enthusiasts. The construction ceremony for the Buddha statue, which took place on September 3, was held at the Pu Ratsi Sipsay Tham temple located in Ban Chong Lom. This temple, situated in Moo 10, Bang But, Ban Khai, Rayong, witnessed the creation of a distinctively lively Buddha statue, the Wat Taek version, that stood out for its vibrant colours. The Buddha statue, unlike previous versions, was an amalgamation of green, yellow, and red, making it a hot topic amongst enthusiasts. The statue also included relics of renowned monks from the eastern region, familiar to those well-versed in Buddhist virtues. Some of these famous monks included Luang Pu Tim Isarigo from Wat Laharn Rai, Seepung Luang Phor Thap from Wat Krabok Kheun Phung, and Luang Phor Roi from Wat Tha Ruea Klaeng. By Samantha Rose Caption: Image courtesy of Sanook Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/buzz-around-relic-embedded-buddha-statue-in-ban-khai-district -- The Thaiger 2023-09-05 - 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 hotel industry fears revenue and tax loss over reclassifying small properties Photo by Norbert Braun on Unsplash The Thai Hotels Association (THA) voiced concerns over recent ministerial regulations that exclude accommodations with fewer than eight rooms and 30 guests from being classified as hotels. The THA predicts this new rule will result in a 15-20% decrease in hotel tourism revenue, heightened safety risks, and loss of tax revenue. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305626-thai-hotel-industry-fears-revenue-and-tax-loss-over-reclassifying-small-properties/

The Thai Hotels Association (THA) voiced concerns over recent ministerial regulations that exclude accommodations with fewer than eight rooms and 30 guests from being classified as hotels. The THA predicts this new rule will result in a 15-20% decrease in hotel tourism revenue, heightened safety risks, and loss of tax revenue. This regulation, announced in the Royal Gazette, has been criticised by Udom Srimahachota, Vice-President of THA’s western chapter, for being more detrimental than advantageous for the overall industry. The revision updated the non-hotel definition from establishments with four rooms, accommodating no more than 20 guests, to those with up to eight rooms housing a maximum of 30 guests. The Tourism Council of Thailand supports the regulation, believing it would stimulate local homestays offering unique services. However, this perspective conflicts with THA’s stance, as the association believes it would allow more properties to circumvent the regulations and taxes that registered hotels must adhere to. Udom stated that the government stands to lose revenue due to these non-hotel properties potentially evading taxes, including VAT, personal income tax and corporate income tax, reported Bangkok Post. “The problem is also with the land and building tax where hotels must pay 10 times more than non-hotels as those could pay this tax at the second household rate, unlike registered hotels.” By Neill Fronde Caption: Photo by Norbert Braun on Unsplash Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/business/thai-hotel-industry-fears-revenue-loss-over-ministerial-regulations -- The Thaiger 2023-09-05 - 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

Boy showing off sword ends in stabbing, 13 year old friend dies Photo courtesy of KhaoSod In a tragic accident, a 16 year old boy stands accused of inadvertently stabbing to death his 13 year old friend while showing off his sword. The tragic incident took place in Nong Han, in the northern Thai province of Udon Thani, where local police are now investigating the case. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305625-boy-showing-off-sword-ends-in-stabbing-13-year-old-friend-dies/

In a tragic accident, a 16 year old boy stands accused of inadvertently stabbing to death his 13 year old friend while showing off his sword. The tragic incident took place in Nong Han, in the northern Thai province of Udon Thani, where local police are now investigating the case. In the late hours of September 4, the Nong Han police station received a report of a stabbing that led to the death of a 13 years old boy. The incident occurred in front of a residential house in Wang Haang, Soi Phrao, Nong Han. Upon receiving the report, the police, headed by Chief Investigator Siang Si Prom, along with Chiew Chai Meechai, Station Head, of Nong Han Police Station, medics from the Nong Han Hospital, rescue units from local administrative organisations, and volunteers from the Sendham Foundation arrived at the scene. The unidentified deceased boy was found lying face-up on the street, approximately 30 metres from Wat Ophas Sawat, Wang Haang. He was dressed in a black t-shirt and black trousers. A sharp knife, approximately 30 centimetres long, had pierced his left chest area, approximately 13 centimetres deep. By Neill Fronde Caption: Photo courtesy of KhaoSod Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/northern-thailand/teenager-inadvertently-stabs-friend-to-death-in-udon-thani-while-showing-off-knife -- The Thaiger 2023-09-05 - 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

Oil Spill Cleanup Underway CHONBURI, Sept 5 (TNA) – The Thai Oil Pcl. is working to mitigate the impact of the oil spill incident which includes the ongoing removal of the oil slick, estimated at approximately 60,000 liters, the company said in its statement. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305516-sriracha-oil-spill-under-control/?do=findComment&comment=18328002

Oil Spill Cleanup Underway CHONBURI, Sept 5 (TNA) – The Thai Oil Pcl. is working to mitigate the impact of the oil spill incident which includes the ongoing removal of the oil slick, estimated at approximately 60,000 liters, the company said in its statement. The incident occurred on Sept 3 at the Single Buoy Mooring (SBM-2) of Thaioil Refinery in Sriracha, approximately 16 kilometers southwest of the Thaioil refinery’s shoreline. The company has taken control of the situation and undertaken various measures to prevent further dispersion of the spilled oil. Full Story: https://tna.mcot.net/english-news-1233660 -- Thai News Agency 2023-09-05 - 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

Antiquities get a new life at the Fine Arts Department’s CSNM Historical stone sculptures stand in rows at the Central Storage of National Museums Located 60 kilometres north of Bangkok in Pathum Thani province, the Central Storage of National Museums (CSNM) is a haven for archaeologists, researchers, scholars, and art enthusiasts. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305624-antiquities-get-a-new-life-at-the-fine-arts-department’s-csnm/

Antiquities get a new life at the Fine Arts Department’s CSNM Historical stone sculptures stand in rows at the Central Storage of National Museums Located 60 kilometres north of Bangkok in Pathum Thani province, the Central Storage of National Museums (CSNM) is a haven for archaeologists, researchers, scholars, and art enthusiasts. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305624-antiquities-get-a-new-life-at-the-fine-arts-department’s-csnm/

Located 60 kilometres north of Bangkok in Pathum Thani province, the Central Storage of National Museums (CSNM) is a haven for archaeologists, researchers, scholars, and art enthusiasts. Spanning 300,000 square metres across four floors, this state-of-the-art museum repository, a study collection, is the new home for more than 100,000 artefacts and historical items. These treasures range from prehistoric red-painted pottery of Ban Chiang to a sixth-century inscription from Sri Thep and a Siam Coat of Arms crafted from hardwood in the twentieth century. Every shelf and cabinet in the Central Storage of National Museums holds stories of human endeavours, spanning time, geography, and cultures within Thailand and beyond. Now, these contents are conveniently accessible for study and research. Caption: Historical stone sculptures stand in rows at the Central Storage of National Museums. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/antiquities-get-a-new-life-at-the-fine-arts-departments-csnm/ -- Thai PBS 2023-09-05 - 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

New Cabinet shines light on the dark side of Thai politics Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin’s Cabinet is poised to take up its duties after being sworn in before His Majesty the King on Tuesday. The new government is due to deliver its policy statement in Parliament on Monday (August 11). However, controversy has erupted over the appointment of certain ministers, given their questionable backgrounds and tainted records. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305603-latest-cabinet-line-up-at-a-glance/?do=findComment&comment=18327975

New Cabinet shines light on the dark side of Thai politics Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin’s Cabinet is poised to take up its duties after being sworn in before His Majesty the King on Tuesday. The new government is due to deliver its policy statement in Parliament on Monday (August 11). However, controversy has erupted over the appointment of certain ministers, given their questionable backgrounds and tainted records. Wanwichit Boonprong, a political science lecturer at Rangsit University, said Srettha’s Cabinet lineup looks like the result of a “sharing of benefits” among coalition partners. He went as far as to describe some appointees with the euphemism “influential figures”. “I don’t want to call it a ‘mafia Cabinet’, but these people are considered influential figures with political connections. The legitimacy of their appointments is being questioned,” the academic said. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/new-cabinet-shines-light-on-the-dark-side-of-thai-politics/ -- Thai PBS 2023-09-05 - 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