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BANGKOK, June 7 (TNA) – Ex-prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra is preparing for his return to Thailand in July but the exact date will depend on the situation and suitability, said his daughter Paetongtarn Shinawatra. Paetongtarn, Pheu Thai prime minister candidate said she did not know what agencies he contacted and cooperated to prepare for the return but the preparation was in progress. The family has initially planned to faciliate him and to provide him safety. Full Story: https://tna.mcot.net/english-news-1185498 -- © Copyright Thai News Agency 2023-06-07 - 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.

Cage for repatriation of Thai elephant expected to arrive in Sri Lanka within 7 days The specially-built cage, designed to accommodate Sak Surin, an ailing Thai elephant in Sri Lanka, during its journey home to Thailand, is 50% complete and is expected to be flown to a zoo in Sri Lanka within a week. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297189-cage-for-repatriation-of-thai-elephant-expected-to-arrive-in-sri-lanka-within-7-days/

The specially-built cage, designed to accommodate Sak Surin, an ailing Thai elephant in Sri Lanka, during its journey home to Thailand, is 50% complete and is expected to be flown to a zoo in Sri Lanka within a week. Natural Resources and Environment Minister Varawut Silpa-archa told Thai PBS today (Wednesday) that a team of veterinarians and officials from the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation and the Forest Industry Organisation are already in Sri Lanka making preparations for the journey back to Thailand. They will be joined by a team of mahouts, who will leave for Sri Lanka this Saturday, he said, adding that the mahouts will have to get acquainted with the elephant and train it to enter and exit the cage. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/cage-for-repatriation-of-thai-elephant-expected-to-arrive-in-sri-lanka-within-7-days/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-06-07 - 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.

World Bank urges political stability and urgent reforms for Thailand’s long-term growth From left to right Nattha Komolvadhin, Ndiame Diop and Hassan Zaman. Two economists from the World Bank, Ndiame Diop and Hassan Zaman, have stressed the critical need for political stability, urgent reforms and the development of high-value-added sectors in Thailand, to ensure sustainable long-term growth. In an exclusive interview with Nattha Komolvadhin of Thai PBS World, they shared their insights and highlighted the key areas requiring attention. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297188-world-bank-urges-political-stability-and-urgent-reforms-for-thailand’s-long-term-growth/

Two economists from the World Bank, Ndiame Diop and Hassan Zaman, have stressed the critical need for political stability, urgent reforms and the development of high-value-added sectors in Thailand, to ensure sustainable long-term growth. In an exclusive interview with Nattha Komolvadhin of Thai PBS World, they shared their insights and highlighted the key areas requiring attention. “I think the recent election in Thailand is momentous for Thailand. We all hope for Thailand to embark on a period of political stability,” remarked Diop, the World Bank’s Country Director for Brunei, Malaysia, Philippines and Thailand. He also emphasised that political stability, alongside effective policy and economic reforms, can make Thailand highly competitive and foster rapid growth. Thailand has made significant strides in social and economic development, transitioning from a low-income to an upper middle-income country within a generation. It has, however, faced challenges in escaping the middle-income trap for over 20 years. To achieve its ambition of becoming a high-income country, Thailand needs to sustain a growth rate of 5 to 5.5 percent, a considerable increase from the current 3.5 percent. Caption: From left to right Nattha Komolvadhin, Ndiame Diop and Hassan Zaman. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/world-bank-urges-political-stability-and-urgent-reforms-for-thailands-long-term-growth/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-06-07 - 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.

Pita leads party’s 32 MPs-elect to meeting with Bangkok governor and staff Move Forward party’s 32 MPs-elect for Bangkok, led by party leader Pita Limjaroenrat, met Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt and his staff today (Tuesday) to discuss ways and methods of cooperation, between the future government and the city administration, in addressing all the pressing problems for the benefit of city dwellers. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297085-pita-leads-party’s-32-mps-elect-to-meeting-with-bangkok-governor-and-staff/

Move Forward party’s 32 MPs-elect for Bangkok, led by party leader Pita Limjaroenrat, met Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt and his staff today (Tuesday) to discuss ways and methods of cooperation, between the future government and the city administration, in addressing all the pressing problems for the benefit of city dwellers. The problems raised during the meeting included PM2.5 dust pollution, the planned relocation of the Khlong Toei port to reduce traffic congestion, the city’s traffic light system, a tax increase on unused commercial land and a single ticket system for bus services. Pita told the meeting that the Move Forward party intends to work seamlessly with the city’s administration to address unresolved problems and to deal with new challenges which may arise in the future. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/pita-leads-partys-32-mps-elect-to-meeting-with-bangkok-governor-and-staff/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-06-06 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Jealous husband beats wife to death, antagonises family with escape attempt Photo by Khaosod A 39 year old woman was fatally assaulted by her jealous husband in Sing Buri province, Thailand before he fled. The 42 year old suspect later surrendered today at a local police station and confessed to the crime, citing jealousy as the motive. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297080-jealous-husband-beats-wife-to-death-antagonises-family-with-escape-attempt/

A 39 year old woman was fatally assaulted by her jealous husband in Sing Buri province, Thailand before he fled. The 42 year old suspect later surrendered today at a local police station and confessed to the crime, citing jealousy as the motive. The victim’s family was outraged when the husband arrived at the police station, with one relative assaulting him and others demanding to know why he killed the woman. On a tragic day, Narongwit Phet-srimuang attacked his wife, Siriwan (surname withheld) with a hammer, leaving her critically injured. The assault took place on a road in Sing Buri province after Siriwan finished work. She was later taken to a hospital but succumbed to her injuries on Sunday, June 4. The perpetrator went into hiding after the incident and was identified by police as the victim’s jealous husband, leading authorities to issue an arrest warrant and search for him. Narongwit turned himself in at the Sing Buri Police Station today. The police were able to secure a confession from him. He admitted to assaulting his wife out of jealousy. He claimed that he had gone to confront Siriwan at her workplace and followed her before attacking her with a hammer. After fleeing the scene, he returned home, changed clothes and called his child to contact their mother. Upon discovering that the police were informed about the crime, he escaped to his relative’s house in Khon Kaen before eventually deciding to surrender. By Nattapong Westwood Caption: Photo by Khaosod Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/jealous-husband-beats-wife-to-death-antagonizes-family-with-escape-attempt -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-06-06 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Tourists deceived: Travel agency crew ‘unpacked’ by police on fraud charges in South Thailand Photo Courtesy of Freepik Six people from a travel agency have been apprehended by the Provincial Police on charges of fraud in Surat Thani, South Thailand. The suspects are accused of selling counterfeit overseas package tours to a minimum of 99 customers, resulting in damages amounting to 27 million baht. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297079-tourists-deceived-travel-agency-crew-‘unpacked’-by-police-on-fraud-charges-in-south-thailand/

Six people from a travel agency have been apprehended by the Provincial Police on charges of fraud in Surat Thani, South Thailand. The suspects are accused of selling counterfeit overseas package tours to a minimum of 99 customers, resulting in damages amounting to 27 million baht. The six arrested allegedly include Sumontri Sonnong, Phanuda Thepchum, Kobsak Pensawat, and Wongchan Pensawat, as well as two unidentified staff members. They were taken into custody on Sunday, June 4 and have since been charged with fraud and entering false information into a computer system, both of which they deny. Pol. Maj. Gen. Saranyu Chamnanrat, the Surat Thani Provincial Police chief, explained that the suspects had legally registered their travel agency in 2022 with the intent to offer tour packages. However, they proceeded to sell fraudulent package tours, reported Bangkok Post. The company advertised extremely low-cost packages to numerous popular overseas destinations, such as Japan, the Netherlands, and five Central European countries: Austria, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Germany, and Hungary. By Mitch Connor Caption: Photo Courtesy of Freepik Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/hot-news/crime/travel-agency-fraud-six-arrested-over-27m-baht-fake-package-tours -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-06-06 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Thai cyanide serial killer faces highest number of charges in Thai history Photo via ThaiRath The Thai cyanide serial killer, Sararat “Am” Rangsiwuthaporn, faces 80 charges for the murders of 14 victims and the attempted murder of one surviving victim. This makes her the criminal with the highest number of charges in Thai history. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297078-thai-cyanide-serial-killer-faces-highest-number-of-charges-in-thai-history/

The Thai cyanide serial killer, Sararat “Am” Rangsiwuthaporn, faces 80 charges for the murders of 14 victims and the attempted murder of one surviving victim. This makes her the criminal with the highest number of charges in Thai history. The Deputy Commissioner of the Royal Thai Police (RTP), Surachate “Big Joke” Hakparn, today confirmed that the number of victims of the cyanide killer is 15, with 14 of them tragically losing their lives due to poisoning. Initially, Sararat was charged with intentional murder, attempted murder, and document forgery. After a thorough investigation of each case, the police reported that Sararat would face an additional three to five charges per case, resulting in a total of 80 charges. According to the report, 40 charges would be issued within this week as the evidence was clear. However, the other 40 charges will be reviewed later as more evidence needed to be gathered. Examples of more charges issued against Sararat are: Section 236 of the Criminal Law: adulterating food, drug, or any other things intended for human consumption or use and intended to cause injury to health. The penalty will be imprisonment of up to three years, a fine of up to 60,000 baht, or both. Section 289(6) of the Criminal Law: murdering another person in preparation and for convivence of committing another offence. The charge results in the death penalty. Section 289(7) of the Criminal Law: murdering another person to conceal another offence or escape punishment. The charge results in the death penalty. Section 339 of the Criminal Law: committing theft by doing a violent act or threatening. The penalty will be imprisonment from five t o10 years and a fine from 100,000 to 200,000 baht. By Petch Petpailin Caption: Photo via ThaiRath Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/thai-cyanide-serial-killer-faces-highest-number-of-charges-in-thai-history -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-06-06 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Power play on the border: Thai electricity authority shocks Myanmar towns with supply halt Photo Courtesy of Bangkok Post The Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) of Thailand halted the supply of electricity to two Myanmar border towns following a request from the Myanmar government. These towns, located across the Moei River, have been the site of significant illegal investments by groups of Chinese businessmen. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297076-power-play-on-the-border-thai-electricity-authority-shocks-myanmar-towns-with-supply-halt/

The Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) of Thailand halted the supply of electricity to two Myanmar border towns following a request from the Myanmar government. These towns, located across the Moei River, have been the site of significant illegal investments by groups of Chinese businessmen. Shwe Kokko and Ban Le Le Ko, both situated in Myanmar’s Karen State, are the two border towns affected by the power cut. Shwe Kokko is located opposite Thailand’s Ban Wang Pha in Tambon Mae Charao, Mae Ramat district, while Ban Le Le Ko is situated opposite Mae Ku Mai Tha Sung, the Moo 3 village in Tambon Mae Ku, Mae Sot district. Chinese investors have reportedly poured over US$1.5 billion into casinos, entertainment complexes, and housing estates in Shwe Kokko, with similar investments made in Ban Le Le Ko. The Myanmar government’s request to cut off the electricity supply to these towns has been met with compliance from the PEA, which stopped providing power from midnight. However, the reasons behind this decision remain unclear, with some speculating that it may be connected to a memorandum of understanding signed by Thailand, China, and Myanmar. This agreement focuses on the joint suppression of drugs, cross-border criminals, online gambling, and call centres. A Thai businessman involved in cross-border trade revealed that residents of Shwe Kokko had anticipated the power outage and purchased generators for their personal use, reported Bangkok Post. By Mitch Connor Caption: Photo Courtesy of Bangkok Post Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/hot-news/crime/thailand-cuts-power-to-myanmar-border-towns-amid-illegal-chinese-investments -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-06-06 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Bhumjaithai Leader Anutin Denies Secret Deal to Form Government to Contest with Move Forward Leader of the Bhumjaithai Party Anutin Charnvirakul denied reports that his party was secretly planning to form a coalition government in competition with the Move Forward Party. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297075-bhumjaithai-leader-anutin-denies-secret-deal-to-form-government-to-contest-with-move-forward/

Leader of the Bhumjaithai Party Anutin Charnvirakul denied reports that his party was secretly planning to form a coalition government in competition with the Move Forward Party. In his first full interview after Thailand’s general election on May 14th, Mr. Anutin, who is also the current caretaker Minister of Public Health, told reporters today, June 6th, that he has not talked with anybody regarding the forming of a coalition government. There were reports that Anutin’s party Bhumjaithai, which has 71 MP seats and was third place in the recent election, would join forces with the Pheu Thai Party to form a government if the Move Forward Party, which is currently facing numerous political hurdles, failed to do so. By Tanakorn Panyadee Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2023/06/06/bhumjaithai-leader-anutin-denies-secret-deal-to-form-government-to-contest-with-move-forward/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2023-06-06 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

State hospitals face medical staff shortage, overwork Thailand’s state hospitals are being hard hit by a shortage of medical professionals, including physicians, nurses, dentists, radiologists and other personnel. Some current staff are overloaded, forcing doctors in at least nine hospitals to work more than 64 hours a week. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297074-state-hospitals-face-medical-staff-shortage-overwork/

Thailand’s state hospitals are being hard hit by a shortage of medical professionals, including physicians, nurses, dentists, radiologists and other personnel. Some current staff are overloaded, forcing doctors in at least nine hospitals to work more than 64 hours a week. According to the Medical Council, there are 50,000-60,000 doctors working in Thailand. Of these, 24,600 work in state hospitals and are responsible for 45 million Thais covered by the universal health care system, or 70 % of Thailand’s population. Most doctors are concentrated in Bangkok. Dr. Taweesin Visanuyothin, deputy permanent secretary for public health, said today (Tuesday) that the Ministry of Science, Research and Innovations has set a target for Thai universities to produce 3,000 new doctors each year until 2027, plus an additional 10,000 doctors to be produced by the Ministry of Public Health. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/state-hospitals-face-medical-staff-shortage-overwork/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-06-06 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Slippery roads lead to terrifying motorcycle accident for mother and 12 year old child Photo from Facebook A mother and her 12 year old son encountered an accident on their way to school, with the boy’s arm caught in the wheel of their motorcycle in Bangpakong, Chachoengsao. Good Samaritans and a police officer immediately rushed to help the injured pair in the incident that happened on a rainy morning. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297071-slippery-roads-lead-to-terrifying-motorcycle-accident-for-mother-and-12-year-old-child/

A mother and her 12 year old son encountered an accident on their way to school, with the boy’s arm caught in the wheel of their motorcycle in Bangpakong, Chachoengsao. Good Samaritans and a police officer immediately rushed to help the injured pair in the incident that happened on a rainy morning. The left arm of the boy, age 12, a student of Wat Tha Sua-an School, became entangled in the wheel of their blue Honda Wave motorcycle, causing it to break. His mother, 41, who was driving the vehicle, sustained multiple injuries across her body. Police officer Yutthapong Somkamphet, who stumbled upon the scene while on patrol, provided water to clean their wounds and comforted the distressed child, as they waited for help to arrive. The good Samaritan witnesses, who spotted the mother and son as they retreated to take cover from the rain, used some canvas to shield the child from getting wet. Eventually, they managed to detach the wheel and free the boy’s arm. Both victims were given first aid treatment before being transported to Chularat 11 Hospital for further medical attention. By Nattapong Westwood Caption: Photo from Facebook Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/slippery-roads-lead-to-terrifying-motorcycle-accident-for-mother-and-12-year-old-child -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-06-06 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Friendly gesture turns fiesty: Singaporean woman’s anger leads to assault on Thai man Photo via Chaing Mai News An angry Singaporean woman today assaulted a well-intentioned Thai man trying to help her at an entertainment venue in the northern province of Chiang Rai. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297070-friendly-gesture-turns-fiesty-singaporean-woman’s-anger-leads-to-assault-on-thai-man/

An angry Singaporean woman today assaulted a well-intentioned Thai man trying to help her at an entertainment venue in the northern province of Chiang Rai. The victim’s girlfriend, Prempraphat Suwanachai, provided a detailed account of the incident during an interview with Channel 7. According to Prempraphat, the altercation occurred around 3.30am. Prempraphat and her boyfriend were working at the entertainment venue when the Singaporean woman, estimated to be between 45 and 55 years old, approached them in search of transportation to her hotel. Dressed in dark blue pyjamas, she expressed her inability to recall the hotel’s name, except that it was yellow. Frustrated and lost, she offered to pay 500 baht to anyone who could assist her. Recognising that the Inncome Hotel was in close proximity to the venue, Prempraphat suspected it might be the place the woman was referring to. Consequently, she agreed to help. The Singaporean woman handed Prempraphat a 1,000 baht banknote, and Prempraphat handed it to her manager to get change. By Petch Petpailin Caption: Photo via Chaing Mai News Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/friendly-gesture-turns-fiesty-singaporean-womans-anger-leads-to-assault-on-thai-man -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-06-06 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Gutsy guards apprehend armed bank robber after 207,000 baht theft near Bangkok Photo via Facebook/ พลตระเวนข่าวสยาม Brave security guards tackled an armed bank robber after he stole 207,000 baht from a bank in Market Village Suvarnabhumi shopping mall in the Bang Phli district of Samut Prakarn province near Bangkok. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297069-gutsy-guards-apprehend-armed-bank-robber-after-207000-baht-theft-near-bangkok/

Brave security guards tackled an armed bank robber after he stole 207,000 baht from a bank in Market Village Suvarnabhumi shopping mall in the Bang Phli district of Samut Prakarn province near Bangkok. Officers from the Bang Phli Police Station swiftly responded to the scene after a tip-off and discovered the robber, identified as Thaweesak Palalert, under the control of two brave security guards, 30 year old Suriwong Charoenhatairat and 24 year old Alongkorn Rerktula. A screwdriver, used in the crime, and 207,000 baht were confiscated from him. Thaweesak confessed that he worked as a mail messenger but his income could not cover his expenses and debt. The 37 year old robber explained that he pawned his pickup and refinanced his motorcycle. He could not find any more money to pay his debt and the debt interest. Unable to make ends meet, he planned the robbery on Sunday, June 4. By Petch Petpailin Caption: Photo via Facebook/ พลตระเวนข่าวสยาม Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/gutsy-guards-apprehend-armed-bank-robber-after-207000-baht-theft-near-bangkok -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-06-06 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.