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Thailand’s House of Representatives is scheduled to hold its first meeting on July 4th, to elect the House speaker and two deputies, but the two major parties, Move Forward and Pheu Thai, are yet to settle on which of them will get the speakership. Move Forward has already decided to nominate Padipat Suntiphada, while the Pheu Thai party is yet to choose its candidate, although it is speculated that Suchart Tancharoen will be nominated in case the two parties cannot resolve the matter before July 4th. According to the Constitution, every MP is qualified to become the House speaker, as there is no law specifying minimum age or previous experience. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/rules-and-procedures-on-the-election-of-house-speaker/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-06-28 - 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.

Challenges of Thailand’s policies concerning Myanmar refugees Thailand shares more than 3,000km of land and sea borders with Myanmar. So, when conflicts break out in the neighbouring country, Thailand’s border towns are always impacted. Despite there being more than 90,000 Myanmar refugees in Thailand, the Thai government does not yet conduct Refugee Status Determination and has refused to use the description ‘refugee’ for those fleeing political conflict. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299176-challenges-of-thailand’s-policies-concerning-myanmar-refugees/

Thailand shares more than 3,000km of land and sea borders with Myanmar. So, when conflicts break out in the neighbouring country, Thailand’s border towns are always impacted. Despite there being more than 90,000 Myanmar refugees in Thailand, the Thai government does not yet conduct Refugee Status Determination and has refused to use the description ‘refugee’ for those fleeing political conflict. Not using the term officially makes undocumented refugees illegal, deprives them of their rights and some are even sent to detention centres. To practice a more humane approach in helping refugees, there is a need to shine a light on the issues. Various entities, including law professors, people formerly in authority, humanitarian workers and representatives of political parties, shared suggestions and assessments regarding the crisis during the “Myanmar Refugees Policy Recommendation” talk at ThaiPBS. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/challenges-of-thailands-policies-concerning-myanmar-refugees/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-06-28 - 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.

International Cruise Ships Highlighted as Major Contributors to Thai Tourism BANGKOK (NNT) – The Thai Maritime Enforcement Command Center (TMECC) has reported that since the end of 2022, a total of 83 international cruise ships carrying more than 310,000 passengers have generated over 2 billion baht in tourism-related income for Thailand. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299107-international-cruise-ships-highlighted-as-major-contributors-to-thai-tourism/

BANGKOK (NNT) – The Thai Maritime Enforcement Command Center (TMECC) has reported that since the end of 2022, a total of 83 international cruise ships carrying more than 310,000 passengers have generated over 2 billion baht in tourism-related income for Thailand. Navy Commander Admiral Choengchai Chomchoengpaet, who serves as the deputy chief of TMECC, revealed these figures while highlighting the significant economic impact of cruise tourism on the country. The recorded statistics encompass the period of October 2022 to the present, during which the TMECC has been responsible for ensuring the safety of tourists aboard cruise ships arriving in the Andaman Seas and the Gulf of Thailand. This commitment to safety aligns with the government’s tourism promotion policy, which aims to provide a secure and enjoyable experience for visitors. By Goongnang Suksawat Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2023/06/27/international-cruise-ships-highlighted-as-major-contributors-to-thai-tourism/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2023-06-27 - 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.

Police raid shop house suspected of stealing electricity for cryptocurrency mining Police from Thailand’s Central Investigation Bureau and officials from the Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) raided a shop house in Mae Taeng district of Chiang Mai today (Tuesday) and found 38 cryptocurrency mining machines and 12 items of related equipment. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299104-police-raid-shop-house-suspected-of-stealing-electricity-for-cryptocurrency-mining/

Police from Thailand’s Central Investigation Bureau and officials from the Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) raided a shop house in Mae Taeng district of Chiang Mai today (Tuesday) and found 38 cryptocurrency mining machines and 12 items of related equipment. The raid was in response to a request from the PEA in Mae Taeng district, after officials became suspicious that the property in Khi Lek sub-district might be stealing electricity. It was discovered that the electricity meter had been tampered with and the readings were unusually low. A man in the shop house at the time of the raid, identified only as “Anucha”, was taken into police custody for questioning, during which he admitted that he had been tampering with the meter for about a year. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/police-raid-shop-house-suspected-of-stealing-electricity-for-cryptocurrency-mining/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-06-27 - 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.

Woman cleared of 12 million baht lottery ticket theft accusation, plans defamation case Picture courtesy of ห้อยโหนตามกระแส Facebook In a tale of family dynamics gone awry, a 93 year old woman accused her 53 year old granddaughter of stealing two winning government-issued lottery scratch cards worth a total of 12 million baht (US$340,000). The case arose after an investigation by the Lottery Department, which included examining the original stubs of three books of tickets. However, the department confirmed that none of the stubs matched the winning numbers. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299102-woman-cleared-of-12-million-baht-lottery-ticket-theft-accusation-plans-defamation-case/

In a tale of family dynamics gone awry, a 93 year old woman accused her 53 year old granddaughter of stealing two winning government-issued lottery scratch cards worth a total of 12 million baht (US$340,000). The case arose after an investigation by the Lottery Department, which included examining the original stubs of three books of tickets. However, the department confirmed that none of the stubs matched the winning numbers. Jee Chaowangyen originally reported her granddaughter-in-law, Saengthong, to officers at Nong Prue Police Station, Kanchanaburi. She claimed that Saengthong, who lived nearby, had stolen her lottery tickets that won the first-place prize in the lottery draw on May 2. Police summoned Saengthong, along with the lottery seller and others involved in the incident, to give statements, and presented three ticket books for sold lottery tickets to the Lottery Department for inspection. On June 27, Saengthong revealed that the police received a reply from the Lottery Department confirming that the three lottery stubs submitted for verification did not match the winning number of the top prize ticket. This confirmation vindicated Saengthong from accusations made by Jee, her mother-in-law, asserting that the theft claims were unfounded, reported KhaoSod. “I will lodge a complaint against mother-in-law Jee at the Nong Prue Police Station since her allegations have tarnished my reputation and caused hardship,” Saengthong said. She added that since the news spread, she had been ostracised by their community and faced constant questioning about the alleged theft. Saengthong added… By Nattapong Westwood Caption: Picture courtesy of ห้อยโหนตามกระแส Facebook Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/hot-news/crime/daughter-in-law-cleared-of-12-million-baht-lottery-ticket-theft-plans-defamation-case-against-93-year-old-accuser-2 -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-06-27 - 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.

Ubon Ratchathani crackdown nets 3 illegal Chinese immigrants in border raids Picture courtesy of ข่าว คน นคร สกล ออนไลน์ Facebook In a significant operation in the Ubon Ratchathani province, three illegal Chinese immigrants were detained whilst they were in hiding in a border village. The three men were reportedly waiting to be transported to work for telecommunication fraud and online gambling organisations. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299101-ubon-ratchathani-crackdown-nets-3-illegal-chinese-immigrants-in-border-raids/

In a significant operation in the Ubon Ratchathani province, three illegal Chinese immigrants were detained whilst they were in hiding in a border village. The three men were reportedly waiting to be transported to work for telecommunication fraud and online gambling organisations. In the course of the same operation, police also apprehended a Thai national who had been sheltering the Chinese immigrants. The raid, conducted yesterday, took place across five different border villages situated in the Khemmarat and Pho Sai districts. Acting on intelligence regarding the presence of unlawful Chinese immigrants, a combined operation was led by Ubon Ratchathani immigration chief Pol. Col. Chatchai Samniang. The team consisted of soldiers, law enforcement officers, and local government representatives. The arrested Chinese nationals included 33 year old Jiang Jiang, 19 year old Cheng Mao Sheng, and 22 year old Zao Hui Fan. They were discovered in the district of Khemmarat. Along with them was Phornphana Buddaphan, a 46 year old local who was arrested for harbouring the Chinese trio. Charges of illegal entry were enforced upon the foreigners while Phornphana was indicted for his role in hiding them, reported Bangkok Post. By Mitch Connor Caption: Picture courtesy of ข่าว คน นคร สกล ออนไลน์ Facebook Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/hot-news/crime/ubon-ratchathani-crackdown-nets-three-illegal-chinese-immigrants-in-border-raids -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-06-27 - 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 Party Remains Confident in Securing Enough Senate Votes to Make Pita Prime Minister PHOTO: Matichon Pita Limjaroenrat, leader of the Move Forward Party (MFP), remains confident that the 250-member Senate will vote for him as the Prime Minister. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299100-move-forward-party-remains-confident-in-securing-enough-senate-votes-to-make-pita-prime-minister/

Pita Limjaroenrat, leader of the Move Forward Party (MFP), remains confident that the 250-member Senate will vote for him as the Prime Minister. Pita, who has recently recovered from the Covid-19 virus, travelled to the Parliament on Tuesday, June 27th, along with 150 MFP MPs to report themselves to the Secretariat of the House of Representatives. The MFP leader said he is confident that the coalition partners, which currently encompass 8 parties, have gained enough votes from the senators to allow him to become the country’s 30th PM. By Tanakorn Panyadee Caption: PHOTO: Matichon Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2023/06/27/move-forward-party-remains-confident-in-securing-enough-senate-votes-to-make-pita-prime-minister/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2023-06-27 - 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.

Police nab 2 more members of notorious loan shark and abduction gang Picture courtesy of เจาะลึกทั่วไทย Inside Thailand Facebook Two more gangsters associated with notorious loan sharking and drugged abduction practices across three Thai provinces have been apprehended. The suspects, both denying the charges so far, were apprehended at a regional court and reputable hotel. One individual confessed at around 9am today. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299097-police-nab-2-more-members-of-notorious-loan-shark-and-abduction-gang/

Two more gangsters associated with notorious loan sharking and drugged abduction practices across three Thai provinces have been apprehended. The suspects, both denying the charges so far, were apprehended at a regional court and reputable hotel. One individual confessed at around 9am today. Police led by Lieutenant Colonel Montri Thedkhan ordered the apprehension of the individuals. With assistance from regional police in Yala province, they managed to arrest 31 year old Ibroheng, and 38 year old Anurak. These individuals were accused of jointly restraining and detaining victims to extort ransoms, causing victims harm, and torturing others, violating the penal code. Ibroheng was arrested in front of the Yala Provincial Court while Anurak was caught in front of a hotel in Yala City. This string of arrests came as a consequence of an operation launched on June 25. Dubbed ‘Khon Kaen Nara hunting closure of brutal ransom gang account,’ the operation was aimed at apprehending the suspects operating in Yala, Narathiwat, and Khon Kaen provinces on behalf of northeastern drug traffickers to abduct and extort ransoms from drug debtors, reported KhaoSod. The initial operation resulted in the capture of five individuals, which expanded to include Ibroheng and Anurak, who played crucial roles in holding the victims captive and torturing them. After gathering evidence and talking to witnesses, they finally managed to capture the two. By Nattapong Westwood Caption: Picture courtesy of เจาะลึกทั่วไทย Inside Thailand Facebook Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/hot-news/crime/police-nab-two-more-members-of-notorious-loan-shark-and-abduction-gang-operating-across-provinces -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-06-27 - 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.

Nonthaburi police shut down major underground gambling den, arrest 49 Picture courtesy of KhaoSod In an extensive operation, police raided and dismantled a substantial gambling den in Nonthaburi, Thailand. The sting saw almost 50 people apprehended in the act of illicitly betting on games of snooker. The operation, led by senior police officials, resulted in a successful seizure of 49 people participating in gambling activities. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299095-nonthaburi-police-shut-down-major-underground-gambling-den-arrest-49/

In an extensive operation, police raided and dismantled a substantial gambling den in Nonthaburi, Thailand. The sting saw almost 50 people apprehended in the act of illicitly betting on games of snooker. The operation, led by senior police officials, resulted in a successful seizure of 49 people participating in gambling activities. Law enforcement authorities including Police General Paisan Wongwatcharamongkol, the Provincial Police Region 1 leader, and Police Colonel Aphichat Wannapak, the Nonthaburi Police Chief, planned and executed the operation. Together they led local and regional police forces on a raid, conducted late into the night, on a snooker table in the Suanyai district of Nonthaburi. The offenders tried to evade capture by attempting to escape as soon as the police arrived, but authorities managed to apprehend 49 individuals, which included 14 men and 35 women. The gambling den was secretly operating on the second floor of a building, with a snooker table set up downstairs as a front. In the course of the raid, it was discovered that various forms of gambling, such as ‘Tiger-Dragon’ (a dice game), card games, and bean splits were being played, reported KhaoSod. By Nattapong Westwood Caption: Picture courtesy of KhaoSod Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/hot-news/crime/nonthaburi-police-shut-down-major-underground-gambling-den-arrest-49-participants -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-06-27 - 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.

Biker’s road rage terrorising Bangkok family evokes societal concerns Picture courtesy of Khaosod A road rage incident escalated on Pattanakan Road in Bangkok last week, when two young motorcyclists aggressively pursued and damaged a pickup truck, leaving the 39 year old driver shocked and distressed. He said that this type of behaviour presents a societal risk and has now been shared on social media. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299094-biker’s-road-rage-terrorising-bangkok-family-evokes-societal-concerns/

A road rage incident escalated on Pattanakan Road in Bangkok last week, when two young motorcyclists aggressively pursued and damaged a pickup truck, leaving the 39 year old driver shocked and distressed. He said that this type of behaviour presents a societal risk and has now been shared on social media. The disagreement started when the driver, Nattawat, was driving his Isuzu pickup with his wife and daughter. A motorcycle overtook him on the right, a move inappropriate for the location. Concerned, Nattawat honked twice to alert the bikers but carried on, not anticipating that they would follow him to Triam Udom School. “Then they smashed the window,” he said, pointing at the damaged left side mirror of the pick-up. This marked the start of a horrifying few moments of road rage for the family, which was captured on video by Nattawat’s daughter from inside the car. In the heat of the situation, the young motorists honked before overtaking Nattawat on the left and using a bottle to strike his mirror, shattering the glass. By Nattapong Westwood Caption: Picture courtesy of Khaosod Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/bikers-road-rage-terrorising-family-on-pattanakan-road-evoke-societal-concerns -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-06-27 - 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.

Drug awareness in focus as Phuket initiates anti-drug events Photo Courtesy of PR Phuket In commemoration of World Drug Day, a series of events unfolded yesterday in Phuket, supervised by government authorities to fortify global standing against drug abuse. World Drug Day, also known as International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, is a global observance brought to light by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, held every year on June 26, to spur action and collaboration towards a society free of substance misuse and raise drug awareness. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299092-drug-awareness-in-focus-as-phuket-initiates-anti-drug-events/

In commemoration of World Drug Day, a series of events unfolded yesterday in Phuket, supervised by government authorities to fortify global standing against drug abuse. World Drug Day, also known as International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, is a global observance brought to light by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, held every year on June 26, to spur action and collaboration towards a society free of substance misuse and raise drug awareness. Phuket Government Center Auditorium served as the stage for one such event presided over by Anupap Rodkwan Yodrabam, Phuket Vice Governor. The drug awareness event, under the banner “Phuket Provincial Office joins Thai forces to stop drug threats with a declaration of intent and combine cleaning power,” cumulated in a mass pledge taken by officials, students, and public members alike under the theme, “Phuket United, Power of Thailand.” The vice governor read a speech prepared by caretaker Prime Minister, General Prayut Chan-o-cha. Following the pledge, participants moved to Suan Luang or King Rama IX Park for a ‘Big Cleaning Day,’ a park clean-up initiative to tackle litter. Undeterred, officials and law enforcement continued advocating and intervening in drug-related activities, as noted by Phuket’s Public Relations Department. According to a departmental report, substances most frequently seized during arrests include methamphetamine, known locally as Yaba, followed by crystal meth or ‘ya ice,’ and cocaine. Among tourists, cocaine and alprazolam, commonly taken in combination with marijuana, were the drugs most often encountered. This information reinforces the importance of drug awareness campaigns and education. By Mitch Connor Caption: Photo Courtesy of PR Phuket Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/phuket/phuket-initiates-anti-drug-events-amid-rising-e-cigarette-concerns -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-06-27 - 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.

Customs officers accused of stealing durians worth 1.8 million baht Photo via Facebook/ กรมศุลกากร : The Customs Department A Thai durian middleman accused the Aranyaprathet Customs House in the Isaan province of Sa Kaeo of stealing durians worth 1.8 million baht. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299091-customs-officers-accused-of-stealing-durians-worth-18-million-baht/

A Thai durian middleman accused the Aranyaprathet Customs House in the Isaan province of Sa Kaeo of stealing durians worth 1.8 million baht. The story of the durian middleman caught fire on Thai social media on Sunday, June 25. According to several posts on Facebook, the middleman complained that the customs wrongly blamed him for illegally importing durians from Cambodia. The middleman insists that he had bought approximately eight tons of durians from a local plantation in the northeastern province of Si Sakate. He explained that he hired a truck driver to transfer the durian from the Si Sakate to the central province of Chantaburi for export. However, customs officers informed the driver that the durians were illegally imported and must be seized. The middleman then visited the Aranyaprathet Customs House to retrieve the durian but found that his products were all sold by the authorities. He claimed that some officers showed him a video that all of the durians were resold to other government departments in the province. Many Thai citizens criticised the authorities for their wrongdoings and demanded an explanation from Thai Customs. By Petch Petpailin Caption: Photo via Facebook/ กรมศุลกากร : The Customs Department Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/customs-officers-accused-of-stealing-durians-worth-1-8-million-baht -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-06-27 - 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.

Cameraman caper: Former journalist nabbed for stealing from fellow hacks Photo via ThaiRath Parliamentary Police officers arrested a former Thai journalist as he posed as a news cameraman for stealing valuables from other hacks. Police believe the suspect attempted to blackmail new Members of Parliament. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1299090-cameraman-caper-former-journalist-nabbed-for-stealing-from-fellow-hacks/

Parliamentary Police officers arrested a former Thai journalist as he posed as a news cameraman for stealing valuables from other hacks. Police believe the suspect attempted to blackmail new Members of Parliament. Journalists from several news outlets gathered at Parliament House yesterday to interview new MPs who reported for work at Parliament. Amid the chaos, one reporter noticed the former light-fingered journalist who stole some of his valuables a few years ago and reported it to the Parliamentary Police. Officers managed to apprehend the man, whose identity was not reported. The man insisted that he was a journalist and came to Parliament to take pictures for his news articles. He wore an official press pass card with a strip that displayed a Parliament logo on it. However, his press card had expired and he could not present the permission document given by the Parliament authorities. According to the victim, the man was a former journalist from the Public Relations Department of Thailand. His press card was valid from September 2, 2010, to September 1, 2011. By Petch Petpailin Caption: Photo via ThaiRath Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/cameraman-caper-former-journalist-nabbed-for-stealing-from-fellow-hacks -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-06-27 - 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.