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Thantawan Industry Plc targets eco-friendly products for Thai BCG initiative There’s a new eco-friendly initiative in Thailand. Thantawan Industry Plc, a leading plastic manufacturer and developer of innovative products, is focusing on producing eco-friendly products in support of the Thai government’s bio-, circular, and green (BCG) economic development initiatives. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297805-thantawan-industry-plc-targets-eco-friendly-products-for-thai-bcg-initiative/

There’s a new eco-friendly initiative in Thailand. Thantawan Industry Plc, a leading plastic manufacturer and developer of innovative products, is focusing on producing eco-friendly products in support of the Thai government’s bio-, circular, and green (BCG) economic development initiatives. The company’s garbage bags, made from recycled plastic beads, and straws, which are made from biodegradable materials, are aimed at helping Thailand better manage its plastic waste, according to Ekaphol Pongstabhon, the chief executive of Thantawan Industry. He said… “We are the first Thai company to receive a green label from the Thailand Environment Institute for our Sunstraw Green PE. The label indicates this product supports the campaign to reduce carbon dioxide emissions.” Green PE refers to bio-based polyethene made from sugar cane, a renewable raw material, Bangkok Post reported. Thantawan started launching green products last year and will continue to develop new ones as the world becomes increasingly informed of environmental issues. The development of environmentally friendly products is in line with the company’s business plans. Currently, 80 to 85% of the company’s total revenue comes from exports, while the remainder is generated by sales in the domestic market. Ekaphol said… By Alex Morgan Caption: Photo courtesy of Thantawan's official website Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/business/thantawan-industry-focuses-on-eco-friendly-products-for-thai-bcg-initiative -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-06-13 - 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. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

SCB-Julius Baer launches 45 Academia programme for Thai business heirs Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post In Thailand, there’s a new academic programme for business heirs. SCB-Julius Baer Securities, a joint venture between Siam Commercial Bank and Julius Baer, has introduced The 45 Academia programme as part of its New Wave of Wealth strategy. This initiative aims to nurture the future leaders of wealth management by offering comprehensive training for business heirs in Thailand. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297803-scb-julius-baer-launches-45-academia-programme-for-thai-business-heirs/

In Thailand, there’s a new academic programme for business heirs. SCB-Julius Baer Securities, a joint venture between Siam Commercial Bank and Julius Baer, has introduced The 45 Academia programme as part of its New Wave of Wealth strategy. This initiative aims to nurture the future leaders of wealth management by offering comprehensive training for business heirs in Thailand. The 45 Academia programme is designed to equip participants with the necessary knowledge and skills to make significant social contributions in the future. It combines wealth management and investment training with a crucial self-development module. The course advisors include prominent chief executives and leading business figures from Thailand and across the globe, Bangkok Post reported. Participants also have the opportunity to visit Julius Baer’s headquarters in Switzerland as part of the programme, gaining valuable hands-on experience. The International Institute for Management Development is facilitating practical workshops in collaboration with the initiative. By Alex Morgan Caption: Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/business/scb-julius-baer-securities-launches-wealth-management-training-for-thai-business-heirs -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-06-13 - 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. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Kind-hearted Thais donate over 1 million baht to help 4 year old girl and her blind grandmother Photo via Facebook/ เกือบสวย The gut-wrenching struggle of a four year old girl and her 68 year old blind grandmother in the Isaan province of Buriram tugged on the nation’s heartstrings leading the good people of Thailand to dig deep into their pockets and donate 1 million baht to help the family. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297802-kind-hearted-thais-donate-over-1-million-baht-to-help-4-year-old-girl-and-her-blind-grandmother/

The gut-wrenching struggle of a four year old girl and her 68 year old blind grandmother in the Isaan province of Buriram tugged on the nation’s heartstrings leading the good people of Thailand to dig deep into their pockets and donate 1 million baht to help the family. A Thai teacher, Phatcharin “Aoom” Esatee, took to social media to seek aid for her four year old student, Toey. Aoom shared videos on TikTok featuring Toey with her blind grandmother, Sao Jindasi. Despite her young age, Toey managed all the household chores, including washing clothes, doing dishes, and even assisting her grandmother with the cooking. Aoom spoke to KhaoSod after the videos went viral revealing that Toey attends Baan Makham Thantawan Kindergarten, where Aoom serves as her class teacher. Each day, Toey’s grandmother, Sao, accompanies her to school and makes her way back home, despite her blindness. The school’s policy encourages teachers to visit students’ homes, providing Aoom with an opportunity to meet Toey at her residence. Aoom said that she was speechless when she saw the conditions of Toey’s house. There were holes in the roof. The house has a floor of dirt and a wooden bench that the two used as a bed. Aoom said… “Toey’s grandmother told me that she uses a mat to cover Toey when it is raining. I could not ignore them. Toey is very lovely at school. She cannot afford food and snacks like her other friends, but she never cried for them. She sometimes asked for snacks from me and I shared them with her. She never plays with her school friends during lunch breaks. Instead, she would come to me and help me clean the classrooms.” By Petch Petpailin Caption: Photo via Facebook/ เกือบสวย Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/kind-hearted-thais-donate-over-1-million-baht-to-help-4-year-old-girl-and-her-blind-grandmother-video -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-06-13 - 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. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Thai PM-hopeful Pita Continues to be Hindered by Media Shareholding Controversy PHOTO: Pita Limjaroenrat - พิธา ลิ้มเจริญรัตน์ Pita Limjaroenrat, the leader and prime ministerial candidate of the Move Forward Party, is currently under investigation regarding his alleged shareholding in iTV Plc. If these allegations are proven true, it could result in his disqualification from assuming the position of Prime Minister and a subsequent ban from engaging in politics. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297800-thai-pm-hopeful-pita-continues-to-be-hindered-by-media-shareholding-controversy/

Pita Limjaroenrat, the leader and prime ministerial candidate of the Move Forward Party, is currently under investigation regarding his alleged shareholding in iTV Plc. If these allegations are proven true, it could result in his disqualification from assuming the position of Prime Minister and a subsequent ban from engaging in politics. Although the election commission recently dismissed several cases pertaining specifically to holding the shares, the issue now is if Pita specifically ran for Prime Minister while knowingly having the shares and understanding they could disqualify him as Prime Minister, which could even potentially see jail time if convicted. The case of Pita’s media holding came to light after a member of the former government, Ruangkrai Leekitwattana, filed a petition to the Election Commission (EC) calling for it to launch an investigation into Pita’s holding of 42,000 iTV shares, a media company that has been suspended from trading and its shares have been delisted from the Stock Exchange of Thailand for about fifteen years. By Tanakorn Panyadee Caption: PHOTO: Pita Limjaroenrat - พิธา ลิ้มเจริญรัตน์ Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2023/06/13/thai-pm-hopeful-pita-continues-to-be-hindered-by-media-shareholding-controversy/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2023-06-13 - 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. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Timber Cutters Arrested in Reserved Forest in Chiang Mai 8 Thai men were apprehended while illegally felling trees in the reserved forest of Chiang Mai, northern Thailand, on June 11th. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297798-timber-cutters-arrested-in-reserved-forest-in-chiang-mai/

8 Thai men were apprehended while illegally felling trees in the reserved forest of Chiang Mai, northern Thailand, on June 11th. The alleged illegal timber cutters were arrested by police for the prevention and suppression of crime against natural resources and the environment. They were found while felling trees in the Chom Thong National Reserved Forest in Chiang Mai. The men had chainsaws, seven machetes, and three barrels of gasoline in their possession. Chiang Mai Police stated that the suspects had been hired by investors to encroach upon the forest reserve areas, which are actually given to local villagers with legal certification from the Department of Forestry, to use. By Tanakorn Panyadee Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2023/06/13/timber-cutters-arrested-in-reserved-forest-in-chiang-mai/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2023-06-13 - 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. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Pattaya is Finally Removing Unsightly Electrical Wires off Walking Street The unsightly mess of electrical wires above Pattaya Walking Street are finally being dismantled in response to completion of an underground cable installation project. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297797-pattaya-is-finally-removing-unsightly-electrical-wires-off-walking-street/

The unsightly mess of electrical wires above Pattaya Walking Street are finally being dismantled in response to completion of an underground cable installation project. The underground cable project, which is part of the city’s plan to improve the street’s scenery, has been carried out off and on over the past few years and caused a lot of inconvenience to tourists and residents alike. Now that the project is successfully completed, the city will move onto the next step, which is to remove unused communication cables and power poles. By Tanakorn Panyadee Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2023/06/13/pattaya-is-finally-removing-unsightly-electrical-wires-off-walking-street/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2023-06-13 - 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. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

TCEB Forms New Team to Develop MICE Market BANGKOK (NNT) - The Thailand Convention & Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) has announced a new strategy to expand the domestic Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE) market. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297796-tceb-forms-new-team-to-develop-mice-market/

BANGKOK (NNT) - The Thailand Convention & Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) has announced a new strategy to expand the domestic Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE) market. TCEB President Chiruit Isarangkun Na Ayuthaya said the organization recognizes the importance of the domestic MICE industry due to its consistent growth rate of approximately 5% under normal circumstances from 2017 to 2019. Observing increased event organization and traveler flow across all regions of Thailand, the TCEB has reorganized its team and developed comprehensive plans to enhance the domestic MICE industry under the banner "New MICE Perspectives - Discover Your MICE Experience in Thailand." The organization is focused on networking to expand market opportunities and jointly drive industry success. To this end, a new Domestic MICE Market Promotion Department has been established to oversee a 360-degree mission, including the development of products, services, destinations, venues, local businesses and communities, promotional marketing, support schemes, and marketing communication. The main approach to upgrading the domestic MICE industry involves several key elements: 1. promoting business growth with measurable results through innovation and new platforms, and developing a sustainable business growth model; 2. strengthening business cooperation between Thailand and international partners through the MICE Development Committee network; 3. comprehensive support and incubation of MICE business to lay the groundwork for a new industry master plan; 4. enhancing long-term economic and societal value by developing the industry’s Ecosystem Architecture and ensuring the sustainability of destinations and locations. Chiruit further explained that TCEB currently operates four regional offices - specifically in the Northern, the Northeastern and East-West-Central regions, as well as in the South. Chiruit said, "The new dimension of domestic MICE plays a significant role in driving Thailand’s economy, particularly the grassroots economy, as it creates jobs, generates income, and improves the quality of life for local communities - all of which are considered the core pillars of sustainable national development." By Paul Rujopakarn Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG230613104033331 -- © Copyright NNT 2023-06-13 - 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. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Cambodian PM Welcomes Thailand’s Affirmation Not to Repatriate Cambodian Workers (AKP) - Samdech Akka Moha Sena Padei Techo Hun Sen, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Cambodia, has welcomed the information confirming that the Thai side had no intention to repatriate Cambodian migrant workers, but would further facilitate their stay in Thailand. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297795-cambodian-pm-welcomes-thailand’s-affirmation-not-to-repatriate-cambodian-workers/

(AKP) - Samdech Akka Moha Sena Padei Techo Hun Sen, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Cambodia, has welcomed the information confirming that the Thai side had no intention to repatriate Cambodian migrant workers, but would further facilitate their stay in Thailand. The Cambodian Premier shared his concern-free while holding a get-together with some 18,000 workers and employees in Kampong Chhnang province this morning. “I would like to welcome the information I received from the Kingdom of Thailand. I previously expressed my concern about Thailand’s Move Forward Party’s intention to expel Lao and Cambodian migrant workers from Thailand [...]. Yesterday we have made it clear that there was no such intention, but they will further facilitate [their stay], so we are no longer worried about the repatriation of our migrant workers in Thailand,” he said. There are about 1.2 million Cambodian workers in Thailand. On the occasion, Samdech Techo Hun Sen reiterated the necessity of his reaction to any expel or dismissal or loss of benefits of Cambodian workers abroad. For Cambodia, he further called for attention from factory employers to their workers, including the foreign ones, saying that once they have good health with incentive and pleasure, they will contribute to good production. By Werawan Boonmee Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG230613115811368 -- © Copyright NNT 2023-06-13 - 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. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Egg prices steady rising due to supply shortage and higher production costs Egg prices in Thailand are steadily climbing and have been adjusted five times between January last year and May this year, due mainly to increased production costs and unusually hot weather, which results in fewer and smaller eggs being produced by laying hens. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297794-egg-prices-steady-rising-due-to-supply-shortage-and-higher-production-costs/

Egg prices in Thailand are steadily climbing and have been adjusted five times between January last year and May this year, due mainly to increased production costs and unusually hot weather, which results in fewer and smaller eggs being produced by laying hens. According to the Egg Merchant Trade Association and the Association of Hen-Egg Farmers, Traders and Exporters, the ex-farm price of eggs was adjusted on January 10th, 2022 to 3 baht each, from 2.80 baht, then to 3.30 baht on March 17th and 3.40 baht on March 24th of the same year, then to 3.60 baht on March 23rd this year and to 3.80 baht on May 15th. Based on size, egg prices today (Tuesday) in markets and grocery stores are: 30 baht/each for No 0 eggs, or 129 baht per pack of 30 10 baht/each for No 1 eggs, or 123 baht per pack 90 baht/each for No 2 eggs, or 117 baht per pack 80 baht/each for No 3 eggs, or 114 baht per pack Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/egg-prices-steady-rising-due-to-supply-shortage-and-higher-production-costs/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-06-13 - 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. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Additional documents relating to Pita’s iTV shareholding submitted to EC Claiming that he is acting independently, but who is a member of the Palang Pracharath party, political activist Ruangkrai Leekitwattana submitted additional documents to the Election Commission (EC) today (Tuesday), relating to Move Forward party leader Pita Limjaroenrat’s share-holding in iTV. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297793-additional-documents-relating-to-pita’s-itv-shareholding-submitted-to-ec/

Claiming that he is acting independently, but who is a member of the Palang Pracharath party, political activist Ruangkrai Leekitwattana submitted additional documents to the Election Commission (EC) today (Tuesday), relating to Move Forward party leader Pita Limjaroenrat’s share-holding in iTV. The serial petitioner also dismissed the suggestion of a conspiracy, to revive the iTV media company in an attempt to block Pita’s quest to become Thailand’s next prime minister. Earlier, Ruangkrai submitted a complaint to the EC, but it, along with three others submitted by the other individuals demanding the dissolution of Move Forward party, was rejected by the registrar of political parties on the grounds that there was no credible supporting evidence. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/additional-documents-relating-to-pitas-itv-shareholding-submitted-to-ec/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-06-13 - 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. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

BTS hopeful that BMA will repay the first 20 billion baht of debt soon The Green Line is the name for the original BTS route that covers the inner zone of the capital. It has been extended to currently covers 59 stations spanning three provinces and running a total distance of 67.45km. (Photo by ThaimaaOpas) BTS Group Holdings (BTSG) is optimistic that the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) will be able to pay the first 20 billion baht tranche the 50 billion baht owed to the BTS for operational costs and maintenance of the two Green Line train extensions. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297710-bts-hopeful-that-bma-will-repay-the-first-20-billion-baht-of-debt-soon/

BTS Group Holdings (BTSG) is optimistic that the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) will be able to pay the first 20 billion baht tranche the 50 billion baht owed to the BTS for operational costs and maintenance of the two Green Line train extensions. Keeree Kanjanapas, chairman of BTSG, said today (Monday) that Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt has promised that he will propose the debt issue for city council consideration next month. He said that he is optimistic that the BTS will receive the first 20 billion baht, adding that the company has actually operated the two extensions and there is a contract between the BMA and the BTS to operate the extensions from Mor Chit to Khu Khot in Pathum Thani and from Bearing to Keha in Samut Prakan. Caption: The Green Line is the name for the original BTS route that covers the inner zone of the capital. It has been extended to currently covers 59 stations spanning three provinces and running a total distance of 67.45km. (Photo by ThaimaaOpas) Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/bts-hopeful-that-bma-will-repay-the-first-20-billion-baht-of-debt-soon/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-06-12 - 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. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Thai cyanide serial killer: Big Joke hands over case reports Deputy national police chief Surachate “Big Joke” Hakparn announced today that the case reports against the alleged Thai cyanide serial killer Sararat “Am” Rangsiwuthaporn will be presented to prosecutors this week. Big Joke made the statement during a visit to the Correctional Institution for Women in Bangkok’s Bang Khen area, where Sararat is currently detained. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297702-thai-cyanide-serial-killer-big-joke-hands-over-case-reports/

Deputy national police chief Surachate “Big Joke” Hakparn announced today that the case reports against the alleged Thai cyanide serial killer Sararat “Am” Rangsiwuthaporn will be presented to prosecutors this week. Big Joke made the statement during a visit to the Correctional Institution for Women in Bangkok’s Bang Khen area, where Sararat is currently detained. Sararat is facing additional charges, having already been charged with premeditated murder and forgery in the case of Siriporn “Koy” Khanwong, one of her 15 alleged poisoning victims. Big Joke stated that Sararat faces similar charges in all cases, including premeditated murder, poisoning, forgery, and theft. The police report on the 15 cases is complete, and Surachate has consulted with prosecutors before finalising them. He emphasised that all charges against Sararat are supported by strong evidence. If found guilty, she could face the death penalty, although the court may reduce this to life imprisonment if she confesses. Until then, she is considered innocent. By Mitch Connor Caption: Photo Courtesy of Bangkok Post Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/hot-news/crime/thai-cyanide-serial-killer-big-joke-hands-over-case-reports -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-06-12 - 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. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Woman confesses to cryptocurrency scam involvement after husband’s suicide Picture courtesy of สำนักข่าวราชการ Facebook A 31 year old woman named Priyanuch was arrested today, in connection with an online investment scam involving cryptocurrency trading. Upon interrogation, she confessed that her husband had encouraged her to open six bank accounts for the scam, and he later took his own life after learning he was wanted by authorities. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297701-woman-confesses-to-cryptocurrency-scam-involvement-after-husband’s-suicide/