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The Thai Chamber of Commerce has laid out a comprehensive three-point plan, urging the newly appointed government led by PM Srettha Thavisin to take swift actions aimed at revitalizing the economy and the tourism sector. Chamber Chairman Sanan Angubolkul emphasized the significance of immediate measures and accelerated budget disbursements to address the current economic challenges. Sanan made clear the critical importance of prioritizing specific actions during the initial 100 days of the new government’s term, urging the new government to address the pressing need for stimulus packages intended to alleviate the burden of living costs on citizens and production expenses for businesses. The new administration has also been urged to quickly facilitate visa issuance for Chinese tourists and address the escalating demand for foreign tourists through increased flight availability. These proactive measures are particularly crucial considering the final quarter’s significance as Thailand’s peak tourism season, thus playing a pivotal role in the country’s economic rebound. By Goongnang Suksawat Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2023/08/25/tcc-outlines-3-point-revival-plan-for-thai-economy/ -- The Pattaya News 2023-08-25 - 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New Police Chief Appointment Withdrawn from Consideration BANGKOK, Aug 25 (TNA) – The police commission meeting, chaired by caretaker Prime Minister Gen Prayuth Chan-ocha on Friday has withdrawn the appointment of the new police chief from consideration. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1304645-new-police-chief-appointment-withdrawn-from-consideration/

BANGKOK, Aug 25 (TNA) – The police commission meeting, chaired by caretaker Prime Minister Gen Prayuth Chan-ocha on Friday has withdrawn the appointment of the new police chief from consideration. It was previously speculated that the high-level meeting at the Royal Thai Police headquarters would endorse the new police chief to replace Pol Gen Damrongsak Kittiprapas, who will retire on Sept 30. Pol Lt Gen Archayon Kraithong, spokesman for the national police said after the meeting that outgoing prime minister Gen Prayuth decided to withdraw the appointment of the new police chief from consideration and would let the incoming government to do the task in accordance with the ethical principles after the royal command officially appointed Srettha Thavisin as the new prime minister. Full Story: https://tna.mcot.net/english-news-1228612 -- Thai News Agency 2023-08-25 - 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

Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand Promote Use of Local Currencies in Bilateral Transactions BANGKOK, Aug 25 (TNA) – Bank Indonesia, Bank Negara Malaysia, and the Bank of Thailand on Friday concluded three Memorandum of Understanding (MoUs), which are the framework for cooperation to promote bilateral transactions in local currencies between the countries. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1304644-indonesia-malaysia-and-thailand-promote-use-of-local-currencies-in-bilateral-transactions/

BANGKOK, Aug 25 (TNA) – Bank Indonesia, Bank Negara Malaysia, and the Bank of Thailand on Friday concluded three Memorandum of Understanding (MoUs), which are the framework for cooperation to promote bilateral transactions in local currencies between the countries. These MoUs are set to strengthen cross-border economic activities, enhance regional financial market stability, and deepen local currency markets in the signing countries. Bank Indonesia Governor Perry Warjiyo, Bank Negara Malaysia Governor Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour, and Bank of Thailand Governor Sethaput Suthiwartnarueput signed the bilateral MoUs. Full Story: https://tna.mcot.net/english-news-1228754 -- Thai News Agency 2023-08-25 - 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

Srettha is the world’s second tallest leader Thailand’s new prime minister Srettha Thavisin has set a new record, even though he has not yet started work as the country’s new leader, thanks to his height. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1304641-srettha-is-the-world’s-second-tallest-leader/

Thailand’s new prime minister Srettha Thavisin has set a new record, even though he has not yet started work as the country’s new leader, thanks to his height. Srettha, whose is 192cm tall, towers over his predecessor, Prayut Chan-o-cha, whose stands at 178cm. He is Thailand’s tallest ever prime minister. Srettha is now the tallest ASEAN leader. Before former Singapore leader Goh Chok Tong was the tallest. Among the world leaders, according to the South China Morning Post’s (SCMP) website, Serbia’s president, Aleksandar Vučić, is the tallest, at 198cm. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/srettha-is-the-worlds-second-tallest-leader/ -- Thai PBS 2023-08-25 - 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’s exports drop for 7 straight months, 5.5% year-on-year Thailand’s exports for the first seven months of this year dropped by 5.5% year-on-year to US$163.3 billion. Imports fell by 4.7 % year-on-year to US$171.5 billion. This has resulted in a trade deficit of US$8.2 billion, according to the Ministry of Commerce. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1304640-thailand’s-exports-drop-for-7-straight-months-55-year-on-year/

Thailand’s exports for the first seven months of this year dropped by 5.5% year-on-year to US$163.3 billion. Imports fell by 4.7 % year-on-year to US$171.5 billion. This has resulted in a trade deficit of US$8.2 billion, according to the Ministry of Commerce. In July alone, exports dropped by 6.2% year-on-year to US$22.1 billion, while imports also dropped by 11.1% year-on-year to US$24.1 billion, resulting in a trade deficit of about US$1.97 billion. Export contraction in July was attributed policy interest rate hikes in several regions and the tightening of credit extensions by financial institutions. Moreover, slow economic recovery in China is affecting the purchasing power of Chinese people, according to the Commerce Ministry. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/thailands-exports-drop-for-7-straight-months-5-5-year-on-year/ -- Thai PBS 2023-08-25 - 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

Consistent policies and effective communication crucial for Japanese investors The President of Japanese Chamber of Commerce, Bangkok, Noriaki Yamashita As a new Thai government is taking shape under the leadership of Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, the Japanese business sector, which plays a crucial role in Thailand’s economy, looks forward to seeing consistency and open communication in the economic policy of the incoming administration. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1304639-consistent-policies-and-effective-communication-crucial-for-japanese-investors/

As a new Thai government is taking shape under the leadership of Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, the Japanese business sector, which plays a crucial role in Thailand’s economy, looks forward to seeing consistency and open communication in the economic policy of the incoming administration. In an exclusive interview with Thai PBS World, President of the Japanese Chamber of Commerce, Bangkok, (JCC), Noriaki Yamashita, emphasised the importance of Japan’s presence, as foreign direct investment from Japan accounts for 30% of the capital invested in Thailand in past five years, adding that the collaboration between two countries should continue moving forward. As Srettha officially becomes Thailand’s 30th Prime Minister, Yamashita said that the new government should communicate with investors before executing any policy which might affect their confidence. Caption: The President of Japanese Chamber of Commerce, Bangkok, Noriaki Yamashita Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/consistent-policies-and-effective-communication-crucial-for-japanese-investors/ -- Thai PBS 2023-08-25 - 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

Senior police promotions wait for new prime minister Deputy police commissioners, who aspire to promotion to commissioner in the annual reshuffle, will have to be patient, as outgoing PM Prayut Chan-o-cha has decided to let the new PM make the decision. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1304638-senior-police-promotions-wait-for-new-prime-minister/

Deputy police commissioners, who aspire to promotion to commissioner in the annual reshuffle, will have to be patient, as outgoing PM Prayut Chan-o-cha has decided to let the new PM make the decision. Pol Maj Gen Archayon Kraithong, spokesman for the Royal Thai Police, quoted Prayut as saying that, in line with good governance, now that Srettha Thavisin is the new prime minister, the decision on the appointment should be his. The current police commissioner, Pol Gen Damrongsak Kittipraphat, is due to retire on Sept 30. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/senior-police-promotions-wait-for-new-prime-minister/ -- Thai PBS 2023-08-25 - 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 list expected to be submitted for Royal approval next week Photo : Sutin Klungsang Formation of the new cabinet is almost complete and it is expected that a full list of proposed cabinet ministers will be submitted to HM the King for Royal approval next week, Pheu Thai party’s chief whip and party-list MP Sutin Klungsang said today (Friday). Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1304636-new-cabinet-list-expected-to-be-submitted-for-royal-approval-next-week/

Formation of the new cabinet is almost complete and it is expected that a full list of proposed cabinet ministers will be submitted to HM the King for Royal approval next week, Pheu Thai party’s chief whip and party-list MP Sutin Klungsang said today (Friday). He said that the party wants to take control of key ministries, such as finance, public health and transport adding, however, that the party must be flexible and may have to cede some key ministries, such as education and interior, to other main coalition parties, such as Bhumjaithai. Sutin said that he is not yet sure which ministerial portfolio he will get, if any. He dismissed, as groundless, speculation that the Pheu Thai party is in conflict with General Prawit Wongsuwan, leader of the Palang Pracharath, another coalition partner. Caption: Photo : Sutin Klungsang Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/new-cabinet-list-expected-to-be-submitted-for-royal-approval-next-week/ -- Thai PBS 2023-08-25 - 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

Prayut asks me to move past conflicts : Srettha New Thai PM Srettha Thavisin said that outgoing PM Prayut Chan-o-cha asked him to move past conflicts, so that the country can move forward. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1304554-prayut-asks-me-to-move-past-conflicts-srettha/

New Thai PM Srettha Thavisin said that outgoing PM Prayut Chan-o-cha asked him to move past conflicts, so that the country can move forward. Srettha, who was appointed as the new PM on August 23, held talks with Prayut at Government House today (Thursday). He said that, as the newly appointed prime minister and Prayut’s junior, it was an appropriate gesture to visit him and ask for his opinions. “During the talks, Prayut asked me to take care of and protect the country and the people, the religion and the monarchy,” Srettha told reporters after returning to Pheu Thai headquarters. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/new-pm-reveals-details-of-meeting-with-prayut/ -- Thai PBS 2023-08-24 - 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

Phayao government official under investigation for accident involving state vehicle One government official learned today that if you're going to use a state vehicle for private use, you better not crash it. (via KhaoSod) The Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) ordered an investigation into a government official in Phayao province. The woman in question was caught using a state vehicle for personal use. The government official may have escaped with the abuse of state property for personal use, except that, while driving the car, she crashed the vehicle. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1304553-ddpm-offical’s-drink-driving-wreck-raises-glass-and-eyebrows/?do=findComment&comment=18299521

Phayao government official under investigation for accident involving state vehicle The Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) ordered an investigation into a government official in Phayao province. The woman in question was caught using a state vehicle for personal use. The government official may have escaped with the abuse of state property for personal use, except that, while driving the car, she crashed the vehicle. The incident happened today but was quickly picked up and went viral on social media. The government official was involved in an accident that resulted in minor damage to the government-owned vehicle. But it was quickly revealed that the car was not out on official business at the time of the crash, and the government official now stands accused of using the state car for her own needs. The DDPM issued a letter directly to the governor of Phayao. The governor is in charge of overseeing all regional government officials and also holds the power to assign disciplinary investigations and actions. By Neill Fronde Caption: One government official learned today that if you're going to use a state vehicle for private use, you better not crash it. (via KhaoSod) Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/northern-thailand/phayao-official-under-investigation-for-misuse-of-state-vehicle-causing-accident-and-property-damage -- Thaiger 2023-08-24 - 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

DDPM offical’s drink driving wreck raises glass and eyebrows Photo via Facebook/ ปฏิบัติการหมาเฝ้าบ้าน A Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) employee was accused of being drunk and disorderly at the wheel after causing an accident while driving an official company car. Several broken bottles of wine were found inside the woman’s vehicle after the accident. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1304553-ddpm-offical’s-drink-driving-wreck-raises-glass-and-eyebrows/

A Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) employee was accused of being drunk and disorderly at the wheel after causing an accident while driving an official company car. Several broken bottles of wine were found inside the woman’s vehicle after the accident. The accusation against the woman, the assistant and acting director of Payao Provincial DDPM, was brought to the public’s attention on a Facebook page “Watchdog” (ปฏิบัติการหมาเฝ้าบ้าน). The page stated that the woman used a DDPM vehicle, TR Transformer II with a registration plate number 7กบ 5092, for personal purposes, not work-related. According to the page, the woman drove the car home after attending a party at a restaurant called Wooden House Payao. The page accused the woman of drinking alcohol before driving which contributed to the road accident. The presence of shattered bottles of wine inside the vehicle seemed to corroborate these claims. By Petch Petpailin Caption: Photo via Facebook/ ปฏิบัติการหมาเฝ้าบ้าน Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/crash-and-corkage-ddpm-officals-drink-driving-wreck-raises-glass-and-eyebrows -- Thaiger 2023-08-24 - 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 businessman rapes 13 year old girl who falls victim to job scam Photo via Facebook/ มูลนิธิ วิน วิน A non-profit organisation demanded the Royal Thai Police punish a businessman who raped a 13 year old schoolgirl after he lured the girl into working as a maid at his company in the central province of Kanchanaburi. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1304552-thai-businessman-rapes-13-year-old-girl-who-falls-victim-to-job-scam/

A non-profit organisation demanded the Royal Thai Police punish a businessman who raped a 13 year old schoolgirl after he lured the girl into working as a maid at his company in the central province of Kanchanaburi. The Win Win Foundation revealed to the public that the parents of the victim reached out and informed the organisation that a female director at Nong Pang Tru School in Kanchanaburi lured students into providing sex services. The director, Thaparneau Maneesuwan, denied involvement but exposed the businessman named Charn, who deceived the school and the alleged victim. According to Thaparneau, Charn told her that he wanted to help students get out of debt and poverty by offering part-time maid positions at his company, saying the students could work there at weekends and earn 350 baht per day. Thaparneau stated that the company was quite far from the school and no students applied for the positions but added she knew another schoolgirl who was interested in the part-time maid job. Later, two students aged 13 years old applied for the position and worked together with the maid at the businessman’s company. Charn later complained to Thaparneau that the maid was lazy so dismissed her and one student, adding he would keep one student to work at the company. Thaparneau stated she received a call from the student’s parents at night on Sunday, August 13 that Charn took the student to a hotel and raped her. By Petch Petpailin Caption: Photo via Facebook/ มูลนิธิ วิน วิน Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/thai-businessman-rapes-13-year-old-girl-who-falls-victim-to-job-scam -- Thaiger 2023-08-24 - 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

Late-night robbery rattles furniture store, owner counts losses Picture courtesy of KhaoSod A late-night robbery at Jareon Sap Furniture Store in the Mueang district of Phatthalung left the owner reeling, with damages amounting to more than 8,000 baht. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1304551-late-night-robbery-rattles-furniture-store-owner-counts-losses/

A late-night robbery at Jareon Sap Furniture Store in the Mueang district of Phatthalung left the owner reeling, with damages amounting to more than 8,000 baht. The store owner, Sirichai Nunong, who reported the incident today, stated that the robbery was the second of its kind to occur around 1am, on Tuesday, August 22 despite the presence of numerous security cameras. The miscreant, believed to be a repeat offender, pilfered around 700 baht from the store and caused significant damage to the merchandise in his search for items of value. The theft is not an isolated incident. Sirichai recalled a similar event occurring three to four months earlier. The thief had then targeted the shop’s front pavilion, causing damage to the door and the pavilion but making off with little of value. Sirichai is convinced that the same individual is responsible for both crimes, noting a change in the suspect’s appearance from long to short hair. Sirichai later tracked down and confronted the suspected thief, whose residence is not far from his own. The suspect was wearing the same trousers as during the robbery, and the locals confirmed that he had been involved in similar incidents on several occasions, reported KhaoSod. By Nattapong Westwood Caption: Picture courtesy of KhaoSod Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/hot-news/crime/phatthalung-furniture-store-owner-suffers-second-late-night-robbery-despite-extensive-security -- Thaiger 2023-08-24 - 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