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Move Forward confident of majority with six-party coalition Move Forward party leader Pita Limjaroenrat is confident that a majority government, comprised of at least six parties on the liberal wing, will be formed. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295140-move-forward-confident-of-majority-with-six-party-coalition/

Move Forward party leader Pita Limjaroenrat is confident that a majority government, comprised of at least six parties on the liberal wing, will be formed. He spoke to the media after emerging from a two-hour discussion with key party members at the party’s head office today (Wednesday), among them Phicharn Chaowapatanawong, Sirikanya Tansakul and Chaithawat Tulathong. After the meeting, Pita led key party members to meet representatives of the other five potential coalition partners, namely the Pheu Thai, Thai Sang Thai, Fair, Prachachart and Thai Liberal parties, at a restaurant on Sukhothai Road in Bangkok’s Dusit district, to discuss the formation of a coalition government. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/move-forward-confident-of-majority-with-six-party-coalition/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-05-17 - 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.

New house prices expected to rise substantially – Government Housing Bank House prices in Thailand are expected to increase towards the end of this year due to the rising costs of construction materials and land, as well as the anticipated minimum wage increase promised by most parties during the election campaigning, according to Vichai Wiratkaphan, acting director of the Real Estate Information Centre (REIC) of the Government Housing Bank, adding that it will be the second major price increase in recent years. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295139-new-house-prices-expected-to-rise-substantially-–-government-housing-bank/

House prices in Thailand are expected to increase towards the end of this year due to the rising costs of construction materials and land, as well as the anticipated minimum wage increase promised by most parties during the election campaigning, according to Vichai Wiratkaphan, acting director of the Real Estate Information Centre (REIC) of the Government Housing Bank, adding that it will be the second major price increase in recent years. He said that commercial banks and other financial institutions have, however, exercised more caution in extending mortgages to customers after the Bank of Thailand decided not to extend the relaxation of loan to value ratio (LTV), a measure used to assess lending risk before banks approve a mortgage. Moreover, he said that the government measure to help debtors affected by the COVID-19 pandemic is due to expire at the end of this year, which will put additional pressure on commercial banks to be more cautious when granting new housing loans. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/new-house-prices-expected-to-rise-substantially-government-housing-bank/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-05-17 - 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.

Man mysteriously jumps off bridge after crashing car into truck Photo via Facebook/ สมาคมอาสาสมัคมูลิธิร่วมกตัญญูจังหวัดปทุมธานี A Thai man mysteriously jumped off a bridge after he crashed his car into a 10-wheel truck on the New Ratchaphruek bridge in Pathum Thani province near Bangkok. It is believed that the man committed suicide because he was suffering from overwhelming stress. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295125-man-mysteriously-jumps-off-bridge-after-crashing-car-into-truck/

Photo via Facebook/ สมาคมอาสาสมัคมูลิธิร่วมกตัญญูจังหวัดปทุมธานี A Thai man mysteriously jumped off a bridge after he crashed his car into a 10-wheel truck on the New Ratchaphruek bridge in Pathum Thani province near Bangkok. It is believed that the man committed suicide because he was suffering from overwhelming stress. According to the police, a 26 year old man named Chayanin Sipho, crashed his white Honda City sedan into a white Hino truck yesterday. The front of the sedan was completely destroyed while the truck was unaffected. The truck driver was identified as 36 year old Amnart Thareesong. He waited for the police at the scene, cooperating fully with the investigation. The sedan driver, Chayanin, was found dead on the road beneath the bridge. His death was not related to the accident as a witness, 39 year old Pittaya Maneeon, saw Chayanin jump off the bridge. Pittaya told police he saw Chayanin walk away from the scene as he rode his motorcycle across the bridge. He stopped and offered Chayanin assistance. He asked whether Chayanin wanted any help but he did not respond and continued walking along the bridge. Suddenly, and without warning, Chayanin jumped off the bridge, leaving Pittaya and the truck driver in shock. Pittaya added that he did not detect any signs of alcohol consumption from Chayanin. Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/man-mysteriously-jumps-off-bridge-after-crashing-car-into-truck -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-05-17 - 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.

Mayor sentenced to death over land activist’s murder in Thailand Photos via KhaoSod The Lower Court sentenced the former Mayor of Wang Wiset district to the death penalty today over the murder of a lawyer and land rights activist in Trang province, southern Thailand, two years ago. The hitman and another man were sentenced to life imprisonment. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295124-mayor-sentenced-to-death-over-land-activist’s-murder-in-thailand/

Photos via KhaoSod The Lower Court sentenced the former Mayor of Wang Wiset district to the death penalty today over the murder of a lawyer and land rights activist in Trang province, southern Thailand, two years ago. The hitman and another man were sentenced to life imprisonment. Today, Trang Provincial Court sentenced 52 year old Charinrat “Chuan” Kruthirat to death after he and two others were found guilty of murdering 54 year old Somsak “Lawyer Wao” Ochuenjit in 2021. Chuan was the mastermind behind the lawyer’s assassination. At 7.40am on May 4, 2021, a gunman fatally shot Somsak while he was working in a rubber plantation near his home. Somsak had not long before told his family that he was receiving death threats. Somsak was assassinated after leading a campaign for the right to agricultural land for poor farmers in Wang Wiset district. Tensions were high between local farmers occupying oil plantations without valid leases, government agencies, and private companies backed by politicians. Four days later, the Asia director at Human Rights Watch, Brad Adams, called on the Thai authorities to investigate the murder… “Thai authorities should not just stand by while grassroots activists in southern provinces are being murdered for standing up for their communities.” “The Thai government should urgently conduct a credible and impartial investigation and bring those responsible for Somsak’s death to justice.” Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/hot-news/crime/mayor-sentenced-to-death-over-land-activists-murder-in-thailand -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-05-17 - 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 man drinks crocodile blood twice a day Photos via KhaoSod A businessman in southern Thailand claims his secret to great health is by drinking crocodile blood mixed with alcohol twice a day. He says he used to be exhausted but is now full of life after two months on the reptile juice. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295123-thai-man-drinks-crocodile-blood-twice-a-day/

Photos via KhaoSod A businessman in southern Thailand claims his secret to great health is by drinking crocodile blood mixed with alcohol twice a day. He says he used to be exhausted but is now full of life after two months on the reptile juice. Every day, 52 year old Rojakorn Nanon from Na Tham Tai subdistrict in Trang province starts and finishes off his day with a glass of crocodile blood mixed with lao khao (Thai white spirit). He believes that the cocktail nourishes the body, the blood, and the nervous system. He says it is ancient wisdom. Rojakorn says he used to be physically weak. After tasting the crocodilian blood, he said he felt much better. He began drinking a cup of the alcoholic blood in the morning and one at night and now he swears by the stuff. He says the drink probably only exists in Trang province due to the prevalence of crocodile farms. Rojakorn’s crocodile blood is supplied by 53 year old Wanchai Chaikerd, the owner of a crocodile farm in Ban Pho subdistrict in Trang province. He is also the chairman of the Trang Crocodile Breeding Group, reports KhaoSod. Wanchai says he has run the freshwater crocodile farm for five or six years already. With a current population of 120 crocodiles, it is the biggest farm of its kind in the province, claims Wanchai. Before the pandemic, Wanchai mostly raised crocodiles to sell to buyers in central provinces for high prices. Most customers bought them for meat. However, Covid-19 made it difficult to export crocodiles anywhere, so he sold them locally for a discounted 4,500 – 8000 baht each. Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/thai-man-drinks-crocodile-blood-twice-a-day -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-05-17 - 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.

Winning Phuket candidates to campaign for an elected Governor PHOTO: Facebook/Chalermpong Sangdee The 3 successful Phuket candidates from the Move Forward Party say that one of their first objectives will be pushing for the right to have the provincial governor elected locally. Under the current system, Phuket’s governor is appointed by the central government, the same situation in all 76 Thai provinces (Bangkok has elections for its Governor). Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295122-winning-phuket-candidates-to-campaign-for-an-elected-governor/

PHOTO: Facebook/Chalermpong Sangdee The 3 successful Phuket candidates from the Move Forward Party say that one of their first objectives will be pushing for the right to have the provincial governor elected locally. Under the current system, Phuket’s governor is appointed by the central government, the same situation in all 76 Thai provinces (Bangkok has elections for its Governor). The Move Forward Party has been unofficially declared the winner of Sunday’s general election, ahead of official confirmation by the Election Commission (which could take up to 2 months). The Move Forward Phuket candidates were successful in winning all 3 constituencies on the island. According to a Phuket Express report, Chalermpong Saengdee, the winning candidate in Constituency 2, says it’s now a priority to change how the island’s governor is appointed. Phuket, per capita, contributes more to the central government’s coffers than any other province in Thailand. Full Story: https://phuket-go.com/phuket-news/phuket-news/winning-phuket-candidates-to-campaign-for-an-elected-governor/ -- © Copyright Phuket GO 2023-05-17 - 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.

Alleged Motorbike Thief Driving Against Traffic Killed in Vehicle Accident in Sattahip A Thai man who the Na Jomtien police said was a motorbike thief died in a collision with a sedan while driving against traffic last night in Sattahip. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295121-alleged-motorbike-thief-driving-against-traffic-killed-in-vehicle-accident-in-sattahip/

A Thai man who the Na Jomtien police said was a motorbike thief died in a collision with a sedan while driving against traffic last night in Sattahip. Police at the Na Jomtien Police Station were notified of a fatal traffic accident at around 8:30 PM on May 16th, and rushed to the accident site at the Na Jomtien sub-district of Sattahip district, Chonburi. They found the victim, Mr. Chalermphon Phairin, aged 42, lying deceased on the road. He was face-down and had suffered heavy bleeding and multiple fatal injuries. Chalermphon of Thai nationality was pronounced dead at the scene by Sattahip police. Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2023/05/17/alleged-motorbike-thief-driving-against-traffic-killed-in-vehicle-accident-in-sattahip/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2023-05-17 - 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.

3 arrested in Satun for alleged murder of Chinese businessman in Trang Police in Thailand’s southern province of Satun have apprehended two men and a teenage girl in connection with the death of a Chinese businessman at a resort in Trang province. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295054-chinese-businessman-found-dead-with-over-20-knife-wounds-at-a-resort-in-south-thailand/?do=findComment&comment=18088772

3 arrested in Satun for alleged murder of Chinese businessman in Trang Police in Thailand’s southern province of Satun have apprehended two men and a teenage girl in connection with the death of a Chinese businessman at a resort in Trang province. Police also seized a Honda Accord sedan and other items, including 11 bank books, five ATM cards, one credit card, two passports, three cell phones and 11,700 baht in cash, believed to have been stolen from the victim. The 40-year-old businessman, identified as Li Zhri Rui in his passports, reportedly owned several para wood processing plants in southern provinces. He was found dead, with several knife wounds, in the bathroom of a resort in Trang yesterday (Tuesday). Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/3-arrested-in-satun-for-alleged-murder-of-chinese-businessman-in-trang/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-05-17 - 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.

FTI urges swift Thai coalition to back high-tech hub and green growth Image courtesy of Bangkok Post The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) is preparing a position paper outlining the economic policies favoured by businesses, with plans to submit it to the newly formed government once it takes office. Montri Mahaplerkpong, the FTI vice-chairman, stated that the paper is in its final stages and should be approved by the end of the month. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295120-fti-urges-swift-thai-coalition-to-back-high-tech-hub-and-green-growth/

Image courtesy of Bangkok Post The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) is preparing a position paper outlining the economic policies favoured by businesses, with plans to submit it to the newly formed government once it takes office. Montri Mahaplerkpong, the FTI vice-chairman, stated that the paper is in its final stages and should be approved by the end of the month. The document will highlight the private sector’s expectations from the new government, urging the Move Forward and Pheu Thai parties, which secured the most votes in the recent election, to expedite the formation of a coalition government. This will enable the continuation of key economic policies initiated by previous administrations, such as the Eastern Economic Corridor scheme, which aims to transform parts of Chon Buri, Rayong, and Chachoengsao into high-tech industrial hubs. In addition, the FTI seeks the promotion of electric vehicle production and consumption, as well as support for bio-, circular, and green economic development, which was declared a national agenda item by the Prayut Chan-o-cha administration. Montri said… “If things go smoothly, the appointment of a new cabinet should be made in early August. A delay in forming the government will affect budget planning for the new fiscal year.” Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/business/fti-urges-swift-thai-coalition-to-back-high-tech-hub-and-green-growth -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-05-17 - 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.

TAT aims to reel in foodie tourists with new sustainable culinary programme Photo by Amazing Thailand Culinary City Facebook page. The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) set its sights on further enhancing Thailand’s reputation as a culinary destination while promoting sustainability. The TAT is now aiming to reel in foodie tourists with the new Amazing Thailand Culinary City programme, aimed at promoting gastronomy tourism. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295119-tat-aims-to-reel-in-foodie-tourists-with-new-sustainable-culinary-programme/

Photo by Amazing Thailand Culinary City Facebook page. The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) set its sights on further enhancing Thailand’s reputation as a culinary destination while promoting sustainability. The TAT is now aiming to reel in foodie tourists with the new Amazing Thailand Culinary City programme, aimed at promoting gastronomy tourism. Chattan Kunjara Na Ayudhya, TAT Deputy Governor for Marketing Communications, stated that the Amazing Thailand Culinary City initiative is designed to foster food tourism within the framework of the Bio-Circular-Green Economy concept. Restaurants are encouraged to establish waste management systems for the by-products generated during cooking and adhere to a “zero food waste” policy when preparing meals for consumers. These sustainable practices contribute to the development of environmentally and socially responsible tourism that is conscious of local communities. The programme consists of two main activities. The first is a business matching event for food tourism enterprises, scheduled to take place from May 31 to June 2 at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center in Bangkok. This event will feature 30 gastronomy tourism sellers participating in the categories of City Dining Experience, Farm to Table, and Culinary Cooking Activity. Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/hot-news/tourism/tat-aims-to-reel-in-foodie-tourists-with-new-sustainable-culinary-programme-video -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-05-17 - 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.

Etix Itel Bangkok invests US$20m in data centre expansion amid cloud services boom Mr Nuttanai, Image courtesy of Bangkok Post Etix Itel Bangkok Co, the company behind the ETIX Bangkok#1 data centre, is set to invest nearly US$20 million in expanding its capacity to meet the increasing demand for cloud services and digital transformation in Thailand. The growth of the digital economy in the country has been bolstered by global cloud providers investing in the region. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295118-etix-itel-bangkok-invests-us20m-in-data-centre-expansion-amid-cloud-services-boom/

Mr Nuttanai, Image courtesy of Bangkok Post Etix Itel Bangkok Co, the company behind the ETIX Bangkok#1 data centre, is set to invest nearly US$20 million in expanding its capacity to meet the increasing demand for cloud services and digital transformation in Thailand. The growth of the digital economy in the country has been bolstered by global cloud providers investing in the region. Nuttanai Anuntarumporn, CEO of Interlink Telecom Plc (ITEL), said… “We will expand our existing data centre ETIX Bangkok#1 in the third and fourth phases to serve demand in both local and international markets.” The data centre is currently in its second phase, with a capacity of 0.6 megawatts and 85% occupancy. The company anticipates full capacity in the next quarter and is preparing for the third phase, worth US$11 million, which will increase capacity by an additional 1.5MW in the fourth quarter of 2024. For the fourth phase, the company plans to invest US$8 million in 2025 to further boost capacity by another 1.3MW. ITEL owns a 33.3% stake in Etix Itel Bangkok Co, a joint venture with Australian data centre provider Etix Everywhere. Nuttanai said… Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/business/etix-itel-bangkok-invests-20m-in-data-centre-expansion-amid-cloud-services-boom -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-05-17 - 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.

Meet Ivana Kurniawati, wife and supporter MFP’s Rangsiman Rome PHOTO via rangsiman.rome's Instagram A fascinating aspect of Thai politics recently emerged in the online world when photos of Rangsiman Rome, a Move Forward Party List MP, began circulating. Instead of focusing solely on Rangsiman, many netizens became intrigued by the beautiful woman standing behind him in a black outfit, Ivana Kurniawati, the stunning Indonesian wife of Rangsiman. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295117-meet-ivana-kurniawati-wife-and-supporter-mfp’s-rangsiman-rome/

PHOTO via rangsiman.rome's Instagram A fascinating aspect of Thai politics recently emerged in the online world when photos of Rangsiman Rome, a Move Forward Party List MP, began circulating. Instead of focusing solely on Rangsiman, many netizens became intrigued by the beautiful woman standing behind him in a black outfit, Ivana Kurniawati, the stunning Indonesian wife of Rangsiman. Ivana recently married the 30 year old Rangsiman and has been by his side since the time he was an activist in politics. The couple has gone through ups and downs, including Rangsiman’s arrest for political activities and his eventual entry into the Parliament, reported Sanook. Introducing herself on social media, Ivana said… “I am an Indonesian political artist and the wife of Rangsiman Rome. When people have long-distance relationships, they usually have romantic images of meeting their lovers at the airport, but in my case, I had to wait at the police station. Nonetheless, I try to support him as much as possible by being with him. I want him to know that I’m here for him, in both good and bad times.” Ivana expresses her belief that Rangsiman’s persistence and determination come from the bottom of his heart, fueled by his enthusiasm for justice and democracy. Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/meet-ivana-kurniawati-indonesian-wife-and-supporter-of-politician-rangsiman-rome -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-05-17 - 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.

Int’l Youths, Influencers Gather in Bangkok for UNICEF “Fix My Food” Initiative Young people together with celebrities and influencers from eight countries joined a “Fix My Food” workshop in Bangkok, brainstorming ideas and identifying potential partners to help roll out the campaign in their respective countries. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295116-int’l-youths-influencers-gather-in-bangkok-for-unicef-“fix-my-food”-initiative/