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Chinese have taken over from Russian visitors as the most numerous to come through the Thai immigration turnstiles at the moment. Nationally, Russian visitors are not even in the top 5 anymore, whilst in Phuket the arrival numbers have dropped off drastically, compared to the influx from December 2022 to February 2023. Nationally, over the past week, the foreign arrivals were… • Chinese – 95,581 • Malaysian – 73,810 (many of these are just day or weekend trips for ‘locals’ across the southern border) • South Korean – 37,754 • Indian – 27,707 • Vietnamese – 25,717 In Phuket, during the month of July… • Chinese – 74,766 • Russian – 35,521 • Australian – 24,761 • Indian – 17,224 • Hong Kong visitors – 13,817 By Peter Roche Full Story: https://phuket-go.com/phuket-news/phuket-news/chinese-take-over-from-russians-as-phukets-most-frequent-visitors/ -- © Copyright Phuket GO 2023-08-11 - 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.

Udon Thani kindergarten praised for inclusive Mother’s Day planning Hundreds of Thai netizens have heaped praise on the Sithat kindergarten in Udon Thani province for their inclusive approach to children who will not be with their mothers on Saturday, the national Mother’s day. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303317-udon-thani-kindergarten-praised-for-inclusive-mother’s-day-planning/

Hundreds of Thai netizens have heaped praise on the Sithat kindergarten in Udon Thani province for their inclusive approach to children who will not be with their mothers on Saturday, the national Mother’s day. School activities on Mother’s Day usually involve students bringing their mothers to school. The mums then line up on stage for their children to pay their respects. In past years this has, however, drawn some criticism from those concerned for children who have no mother to come to school on the occasion. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/udon-thani-kindergarten-praised-for-inclusive-mothers-day-planning/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-08-11 - 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.

Thailand seeks help from MRC over rising water level in Mekong River Thailand is seeking help from the Mekong River Commission (MRC) to get China and Laos to manage the discharge of water downstream from their dams properly, as the rising level of the Mekong River is threatening to flood Thailand’s eight riparian provinces. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303316-thailand-seeks-help-from-mrc-over-rising-water-level-in-mekong-river/

Thailand is seeking help from the Mekong River Commission (MRC) to get China and Laos to manage the discharge of water downstream from their dams properly, as the rising level of the Mekong River is threatening to flood Thailand’s eight riparian provinces. Surasee Kittimongkol, secretary-general of Thailand’s National Water Resources Office, said today (Friday) that the water level in the Mekong is rising due to accumulated water from heavy rain in the lower Mekong and northern Laos. Compounded by heavy rain in Thailand’s north and northeast, due to the influence of a low pressure cell prevailing over northern Vietnam and southern China, he said that the level of water in lower Mekong River will increase steadily. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/thailand-seeks-help-from-mrc-over-rising-water-level-in-mekong-river/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-08-11 - 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.

Pheu Thai constrained by “political mathematics” Pheu Thai party deputy leader Phumtham Wechayachai admitted today (Friday) that how the party proceeds in the formation of the new government will be dictated by “political mathematics”. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303315-pheu-thai-constrained-by-“political-mathematics”/

Pheu Thai party deputy leader Phumtham Wechayachai admitted today (Friday) that how the party proceeds in the formation of the new government will be dictated by “political mathematics”. He expressed his appreciation to about 40 Palang Pracharath MPs, led by Pai Leeke, who have offered unconditionally to vote in support of the party’s prime ministerial candidate, Srettha Thavisin. He said that Pheu Thai has made clear that it wants to form a “special” government, which does not side with any political faction, in order to resolve the crises confronted by the country, adding that, after the selection of the prime minister, the party will start the process of forming the administration. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/pheu-thai-constrained-by-political-mathematics/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-08-11 - 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.

Pheu Thai tells Prayut administration to stop shuffling officials The Pheu Thai party has urged the caretaker government of Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha to stop transferring senior government officials during the current transition period. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303313-pheu-thai-tells-prayut-administration-to-stop-shuffling-officials/

The Pheu Thai party has urged the caretaker government of Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha to stop transferring senior government officials during the current transition period. The party also urged permanent secretaries of all ministries to delay the planned reshuffle of high-ranking officials, until there is an instruction from the new government, which is yet to be formed. In a statement issued today (Friday), Pheu Thai, the core party in the coalition trying to form the new government, also referred to the Constitution, which restricts caretaker governments from approving projects which will be binding on its successor. It also prohibits the caretaker government from reshuffling permanent officials and officials of state enterprises. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/pheu-thai-tells-prayut-administration-to-stop-shuffling-officials/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-08-11 - 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.

Food Delivery Rider Dies in Chonburi Collision with Truck PHOTO: TMN Cable TV Pattaya A Lineman food delivery rider fatally rear-ended an 18-wheeler on Motorway Route 7 inbound to Chonburi. Speed was believed to be the cause of the accident, according to police. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303224-food-delivery-rider-dies-in-chonburi-collision-with-truck/

A Lineman food delivery rider fatally rear-ended an 18-wheeler on Motorway Route 7 inbound to Chonburi. Speed was believed to be the cause of the accident, according to police. The tragedy occurred near the kilometer marker 113+900 in the Nong Pla Lai sub-district of Banglamung district yesterday afternoon, August 9th. The police, accompanied by a charity rescue center, went to the scene to rescue the victim. Upon arrival, they found a white Honda Wave 125i motorcycle had jammed into the back of a truck. The front portion of the motorcycle was severely damaged. Additionally, a deceased individual was discovered wearing a Lineman’s uniform, but no evidence indicating their identity was found. By Tanakorn Panyadee Caption: PHOTO: TMN Cable TV Pattaya Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2023/08/10/food-delivery-rider-dies-in-chonburi-collision-with-truck/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2023-08-10 - 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.

Scottish man becomes latest victim of Thailand’s perilous roads Picture courtesy of Asia Pacific Press A sombre chapter was added to the tragic toll of Thailand’s perilous roads today, as a 48 year old Scottish man became yet another victim. The unfortunate incident unfolded when Robert Griffin, a shipping officer from Fife, lost control of his white Honda Click motorbike, resulting in a head-on collision with another motorcyclist in Krabi, a province in southern Thailand. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303221-scottish-man-becomes-latest-victim-of-thailand’s-perilous-roads/

A sombre chapter was added to the tragic toll of Thailand’s perilous roads today, as a 48 year old Scottish man became yet another victim. The unfortunate incident unfolded when Robert Griffin, a shipping officer from Fife, lost control of his white Honda Click motorbike, resulting in a head-on collision with another motorcyclist in Krabi, a province in southern Thailand. The fateful collision occurred as the Scottish man was on his way to local shops in Krabi’s Ao Nang district. His motorbike veered into the opposite lane, leading to a head-on crash with a motorcycle-and-sidecar vehicle. The impact caused Griffin’s motorbike to spin off the road. Police officers discovered him unconscious and severely injured at the roadside around 10am. Despite the efforts of paramedics, Griffin’s severe head injuries proved fatal, and he was pronounced dead at the scene. Griffin, who had been visiting Thailand for a holiday, had only arrived in the country the day before the tragic incident. The driver of the other vehicle remained at the crash site, cooperating with police officers and paramedics. The Scottish man’s unnamed Thai wife expressed shock over the incident. She told the Thai media that he had flown in from Scotland for one of his regular holidays in Thailand, arriving just a day before the accident. She recounted her disbelief, admitting she had always urged him to exercise caution while riding the motorbike. By Bob Scott Caption: Picture courtesy of Asia Pacific Press Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/hot-news/road-deaths/road-of-sorrow-scottish-man-becomes-latest-victim-of-thailands-perilous-roads

Pattaya Business Community Expresses Concerns Over Alcohol Consumption at Jomtien Beach The Pattaya Business and Tourism Association (PBTA) has expressed concern over the uncontrolled alcohol consumption at Jomtien Beach, which has led to several issues. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303220-pattaya-business-community-expresses-concerns-over-alcohol-consumption-at-jomtien-beach/

The Pattaya Business and Tourism Association (PBTA) has expressed concern over the uncontrolled alcohol consumption at Jomtien Beach, which has led to several issues. In an interview with local media on August 10th, 2023, the PBTA president, Mr. Bunanan Pattanasin, said that the excessive drinking at Jomtien Beach has been causing problems for tourists and locals alike. It has led to increased levels of noise and litter, as well as public intoxication, rowdy behavior, and even illegal drug use. Bunanan went on to say that from Jomtien Beach he has received several complaints regarding firecracker usage, loud music, and some traders reportedly selling alcoholic beverages illegally and even narcotics. By Tanakorn Panyadee Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2023/08/10/pattaya-business-community-expresses-concerns-over-alcohol-consumption-at-jomtien-beach-suggest-overnight-closing/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2023-08-10 - 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.

Thailand is China’s top source of coconut meat and shells Thailand is the top exporter of coconut meat and shells to China, under the ASEAN-China free trade agreement (ACFTA), accounting for 80.02% of market share, with export value for the second quarter of this year estimated at US$187.91 million, an increase of 26.96% compared to the same period last year. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303219-thailand-is-china’s-top-source-of-coconut-meat-and-shells/

Thailand is the top exporter of coconut meat and shells to China, under the ASEAN-China free trade agreement (ACFTA), accounting for 80.02% of market share, with export value for the second quarter of this year estimated at US$187.91 million, an increase of 26.96% compared to the same period last year. According to Ronnarong Phoolpipat, director-general of Foreign Trade Department, export of Thai coconut meat and shells to China is exempted from taxation under the ACFTA, compared to 60% (MFN rate) when there was no agreement. For the first five months of this year, Thai exports under 12 free trade agreements amounted to US$33.46 billion, accounting for 76.7% of all exports. Caption: A stockpile of dry coconuts in a garden of Amphawa district, a famous agrotourism destination 65 kms west of Bangkok. (Photo by Phoowadon Duangmee) Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/thailand-is-chinas-top-source-of-coconut-meat-and-shells/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-08-10 - 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.

Move Forward’s Rayong by-election candidate to be revealed on Sunday File photo : Move Forward leader Pita Limjaroenrat Move Forward leader Pita Limjaroenrat will travel to Rayong province this Sunday, where he will introduce his party’s candidate for the by election. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303218-move-forward’s-rayong-by-election-candidate-to-be-revealed-on-sunday/

Move Forward leader Pita Limjaroenrat will travel to Rayong province this Sunday, where he will introduce his party’s candidate for the by election. Move Forward’s Rayong branch Facebook page reported on Wednesday that Pita and other core members will visit Klang and Khao Chamao. “Let’s meet them,” the page said. The by-election next month became necessary after Move Forward MP Nakornchai Khunnarong tendered his resignation when his criminal past came to light. He was sentenced to eighteen months in prison 24 years ago for theft. Caption: File photo : Move Forward leader Pita Limjaroenrat -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-08-10 - 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.

Does Pheu Thai want to have its cake and eat it too? Pheu Thai’s prime ministerial candidate Paetongtarn Shinawatra leads a march by the party’s top executives to the Move Forward party HQ on Wednesday. It could be seen as one of Pheu Thai’s most humiliating moments, a political party that prides itself on its pro-democracy stance. Its top brass, including one of its prime ministerial candidates, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, literally walked to the headquarters of the Move Forward party on Wednesday to beg for support for its ongoing attempts to form a coalition government. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303217-does-pheu-thai-want-to-have-its-cake-and-eat-it-too/

It could be seen as one of Pheu Thai’s most humiliating moments, a political party that prides itself on its pro-democracy stance. Its top brass, including one of its prime ministerial candidates, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, literally walked to the headquarters of the Move Forward party on Wednesday to beg for support for its ongoing attempts to form a coalition government. It’s only a short walk between the offices of the two parties, making the march a perfect political stunt, which resounded loudly on social media. On one hand, it served Pheu Thai’s purpose of publicly demonstrating how serious it is in enlisting Move Party’s support to end the current political impasse. Caption: Pheu Thai’s prime ministerial candidate Paetongtarn Shinawatra leads a march by the party’s top executives to the Move Forward party HQ on Wednesday. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/does-pheu-thai-want-to-have-its-cake-and-eat-it-too/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-08-10 - 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.

Palang Pracharath MPs to vote for Pheu Thai’s PM nominee Forty Palang Pracharath MPs are likely to vote in support of Pheu Thai’s prime ministerial candidate, one of them, Pai Leeke, claimed on today (Thursday). Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303216-palang-pracharath-mps-to-vote-for-pheu-thai’s-pm-nominee/

Forty Palang Pracharath MPs are likely to vote in support of Pheu Thai’s prime ministerial candidate, one of them, Pai Leeke, claimed on today (Thursday). The party, which has Deputy Prime Minister Prawit Wongsuwan as its leader, has not yet been approached by Pheu Thai to join the coalition, according to Pai. They are all agreed in principle, however, to support the Pheu Thai candidate, because we believe that the country is in urgent need of a government, Pai said. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/palang-pracharath-mps-to-vote-for-pheu-thais-pm-nominee/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-08-10 - 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.

RTN officer shoots woman, sexually harasses another at a grocery store Photo via Facebook/ ประจักรกฤษ สายทิพย์ Police arrested a former Royal Thai Navy (RTN) officer who shot one woman and sexually harassed another woman at a local grocery in the northern province of Chiang Rai. The suspect shocked the community after saying he could kill anybody because he was a former RTN officer. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303215-rtn-officer-shoots-woman-sexually-harasses-another-at-a-grocery-store/

Police arrested a former Royal Thai Navy (RTN) officer who shot one woman and sexually harassed another woman at a local grocery in the northern province of Chiang Rai. The suspect shocked the community after saying he could kill anybody because he was a former RTN officer. Chaing Khong Police officers rushed to the incident scene at the grocery store in the Chaing Khong district after a resident tipped off the police yesterday evening. Upon arrival, officers found the victim, 48 year old Nongnuch Saenboonma, with a severe gunshot wound to her stomach, and rushed her to a hospital. The gunman, 69 year old Thana Hinsuwan, had been caught by the victim’s friends at the scene. The weapon used in the incident, a .38 pistol, was confiscated by the police. Thana’s inebriated state hindered any meaningful communication with officers on the scene. The victim’s-friend, Thaworn Klatham, told reporters that the former RTN officer drank four bottles of beer at the grocery store and later asked if he could sit with them and their five friends. He then ordered a bottle of alcohol to share with the group. As the effects of alcohol took hold, Thana’s behaviour grew increasingly inappropriate. The former RTN officer sexually harassed a woman sitting near him by touching her breasts. Everybody at the table advised him to return home for his safety but Thana insisted on staying. By Petch Petpailin Caption: Photo via Facebook/ ประจักรกฤษ สายทิพย์ Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/rtn-officer-shoots-woman-sexually-harasses-another-at-chiang-rai-grocery-store -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-08-10 - 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.