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BANGKOK (NNT) - Increased travel demand owing to the lifting of Covid restrictions in China and Japan has enabled Thai Airways Plc. to earn 41 billion baht in revenue in the first quarter of this year. Meanwhile, Thai Airways creditors will consider the company’s plan to merge with Thai Smile Airways next week. Thai Airways Chief Executive Officer Chai Eamsiri revealed that the company and its subsidiaries had a total revenue of 41.507 billion baht in the first quarter of 2023. This was a jump from the revenue figure in the same period of the previous year when 11.181 billion baht of revenue was generated. Mr. Chai said the main factor for the revenue growth was the increase in flights on popular routes such as those to and from Japan and China. He said that in the second quarter, Thai Airways will take delivery of 2 out of 11 new Airbus A350-900 aircraft ordered under the company’s aircraft procurement plan. The new aircraft will primarily serve routes to China, accommodating heightened travel demand in the Chinese market. The frequency of flights from Guangzhou, Beijing, and Shanghai will be increased further. The company also plans to raise the frequency of flights to European destinations, including to the UK and to Frankfurt, Germany. Mr. Chai disclosed the European market remains a key revenue generator for Thai Airways, contributing about 40% of the carrier’s revenue. Mr. Chai said he expects Thai Airways to carry about 9 million passengers in the first half of 2023 and earn about 130 billion baht of revenue. The CEO also spoke of the merger between Thai Smile Airways and Thai Airways. He made known that results from the study into the merger proposal have already been yielded. Thai Airways is now awaiting endorsement of the merger from its creditors, to whom the results will be presented next week. Mr. Chai said a merger will improve assets management and the efficiency of aircraft use. He said a Thai Smile aircraft currently flies for 9 hours per day and this would increase to 12-13 hours with the merger, resulting in a 20% cost reduction. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG230515155023854 -- © Copyright NNT 2023-05-15 - 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 Q1 Growth Exceeds Forecast BANGKOK (NNT) - Data released on Monday (15 May) showed Thailand’s economy expanded faster than expected in the first quarter due to a recovery in tourism, even as investors brace for political uncertainty after Sunday’s elections. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1294924-thai-q1-growth-exceeds-forecast/

BANGKOK (NNT) - Data released on Monday (15 May) showed Thailand’s economy expanded faster than expected in the first quarter due to a recovery in tourism, even as investors brace for political uncertainty after Sunday’s elections. The nation’s economic recovery gathered steam in recent months as Chinese visitors returned. The revival of the sector, which accounts for 11-12% of its gross domestic product (GDP), is expected to help offset the impact from declining exports. Thailand’s state planning agency reiterated its outlook for a 2.7%-3.7% GDP growth in 2023, versus 2.6% last year, saying the post-election atmosphere should be kept positive to build investor confidence. Data from the National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC) indicated that Southeast Asia’s second-largest economy grew 2.7% in the January-March period from a year earlier, versus a 1.4% growth in the previous quarter. On a quarterly basis, GDP rose a seasonally adjusted 1.9% from a revised 1.1% contraction in the fourth quarter of 2022. Economists in a Reuters poll had expected GDP to expand 2.3% year-on-year in January-March and 1.7% quarter-on-quarter. Thailand’s political heavyweights were set for an intense round of deal-making on Monday after the election that delivered major gains for opposition parties, but with no clear indication of alliances taking shape. Several analysts echoed the view, saying investors were likely to stay on the sidelines as they wait for a new government and clarity on its policies. Meanwhile, the NESDC maintained its forecast for 2023 foreign tourist arrivals in Thailand at 28 million. The country beat its tourism target in 2022 with 11.15 million visitors. Pre-pandemic 2019 saw a record of nearly 40 million foreign tourists, who spent 1.91 trillion baht (US$56 billion). The NESDC also kept its 2023 forecasts for goods exports to drop 1.6% and headline inflation to be between 2.5% and 3.5%. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG230515142717802 -- © Copyright NNT 2023-05-15 - 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.

Pheu Thai vows not to compete with Move Forward party to form new government The Pheu Thai party issued a statement on Monday saying that it will not try to form a coalition in competition with the Move Forward party and will let the latter to do its duty as the core party in the formation of a new government. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1294923-pheu-thai-vows-not-to-compete-with-move-forward-party-to-form-new-government/

The Pheu Thai party issued a statement on Monday saying that it will not try to form a coalition in competition with the Move Forward party and will let the latter to do its duty as the core party in the formation of a new government. The statement was read by party leader Cholnan Srikaew, in the presence of Paetongtarn Shinawatra and Srettha Thavisin, two of Pheu Thai’s prime ministerial candidates, the party’s secretary-general Prasert Chanthararuangthong and deputy leader Phumtham Wechayachai, at the party’s head office this afternoon (Monday). In the statement, the Pheu Thai party thanked the people for their overwhelming support of the pro-democracy camp, which reflects the aspiration for change in Thailand. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/pheu-thai-vows-not-to-compete-with-move-forward-party-to-form-new-government/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-05-15 - 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.

Why the idealistic boy won, and why he has to keep his feet on the ground A combination of the Thaksin factor, appeal of a youthful image and repellence of old-style politics has contributed to one of the biggest surprises in the modern Thai political history. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1294922-why-the-idealistic-boy-won-and-why-he-has-to-keep-his-feet-on-the-ground/

A combination of the Thaksin factor, appeal of a youthful image and repellence of old-style politics has contributed to one of the biggest surprises in the modern Thai political history. Signs of a Move Forward election triumph were always there, but they were probably misinterpreted in 2019 when the better-than-expected performance of the Future Forward Party coincided with the dissolution of the Thai Raksa Chart Party, and were downplayed again before Sunday’s election due to the rumbling talks about a Pheu Thai landslide. Sunday’s results were a surprise, yes, but it was a surprise because many things were either underestimated or ignored. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/why-the-idealistic-boy-won-and-why-he-has-to-keep-his-feet-on-the-ground/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-05-15 - 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.

Police say woman found dead in Chiang Mai condo wasn’t murdered Pol. Lt. Col. Phirom Yosalai | Photo via KhaoSod Despite police saying that they assumed the woman found dead in a condo room in Chiang Mai, northern Thailand, this morning was murdered by her foreign husband, they are now saying she was not murdered at all. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1294692-thai-woman-murdered-in-chiang-mai-condo-farang-husband-missing/?do=findComment&comment=18078511

Police say woman found dead in Chiang Mai condo wasn’t murdered Pol. Lt. Col. Phirom Yosalai | Photo via KhaoSod Despite police saying that they assumed the woman found dead in a condo room in Chiang Mai, northern Thailand, this morning was murdered by her foreign husband, they are now saying she was not murdered at all. Pol. Lt. Col. Phirom Yosalai, an inspector at Mae Ping Police Station, said the woman is expected to have died from an underlying condition because the “blood” stains on the bed reported by police turned out to be feces. The “signs of struggle” that police found likely arose from the woman attempting to crawl to the bathroom before she died, added Pol. Lt. Col. Phirom. Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/chiang-mai/police-say-woman-found-dead-in-chiang-mai-condo-wasnt-murdered -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-05-12 - 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.

Horny couple caught having sex at work sets Thai social media abuzz Picture courtesy of Sanook with a message in Thai asking if the couple "are they working?" A couple of horny factory workers set tongues wagging on Thai social media after being caught having sex at work in Rayong, East Thailand. The randy factory workers were caught in the throes of passion in the middle of a warehouse while on the clock. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1294730-horny-couple-caught-having-sex-at-work-sets-thai-social-media-abuzz/

Picture courtesy of Sanook with a message in Thai asking if the couple "are they working?" A couple of horny factory workers set tongues wagging on Thai social media after being caught having sex at work in Rayong, East Thailand. The randy factory workers were caught in the throes of passion in the middle of a warehouse while on the clock. A female colleague, far from being shocked or offended, recorded the entire pornographic encounter on video and uploaded it on social media. Unsurprisingly, it soon went viral! The Facebook page ‘Factory Life Watch’ stated… “A factory couple from Rayong couldn’t wait for their shift to end; they passionately made love in the warehouse. A female employee who passed by captured a clip of them. It’s now causing quite a stir.” The incident caused quite a stir among the online community who were quick to voice and share their opinion on the lascivious act, reported Sanook. Some said that the couple demonstrated a lack of respect for their workplace and showed no consideration for their colleagues. Others reckoned that if the couple felt the need to engage in such activity, they should have chosen a more discreet location. The online discussions also discussed possible disciplinary actions the company might take in response to their employees’ conduct. Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/factory-workers-in-rayong-caught-having-sex-in-warehouse-during-working-hours-sparking-social-media-frenzy -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-05-12 - 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 teacher rescues 6 year old boy from drug ring Photo via Channel 7 A Thai teacher and police officers in the central province of Nakhon Pathom rescued a six year old boy from a drug ring after his mother ordered him to deliver narcotics to customers. The mother denied the accusation and insisted that she was just a drug user, not a dealer. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1294728-thai-teacher-rescues-6-year-old-boy-from-drug-ring/

Photo via Channel 7 A Thai teacher and police officers in the central province of Nakhon Pathom rescued a six year old boy from a drug ring after his mother ordered him to deliver narcotics to customers. The mother denied the accusation and insisted that she was just a drug user, not a dealer. The incident occurred on Sunday, May 7 when the Thai teacher noticed the boy walking past his condo and dropping a plastic bag on the floor. When the teacher went to check the bag’s contents, he found three tablets of drugs inside. The teacher reported the incident to the Pho Kaew Police Station and waited at the spot until the boy returned. When the boy came back, the teacher questioned him about the drugs. The boy initially refused to answer but eventually revealed that his mother had ordered him to deliver the drugs to customers. The teacher knew the boy because he lived nearby and used to play with his child. Despite the lack of care, the boy had good manners and spoke to others very nicely. The teacher also revealed that the boy had an older brother who did not have the opportunity to study. Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/thai-teacher-rescues-6-year-old-boy-from-drug-ring -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-05-12 - 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.

Six arrested for wildlife trafficking and macaques rescue in Phetchaburi Image courtesy of Bangkok Post Phetchaburi authorities arrested six members of a wildlife trafficking gang and rescued over ten macaques near a hill in the Muang district. The arrests took place today morning following a tip-off, leading the police to the foothill of Khao Luang in tambon Thongchai, where they discovered the group capturing long-tailed macaques. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1294727-six-arrested-for-wildlife-trafficking-and-macaques-rescue-in-phetchaburi/

Image courtesy of Bangkok Post Phetchaburi authorities arrested six members of a wildlife trafficking gang and rescued over ten macaques near a hill in the Muang district. The arrests took place today morning following a tip-off, leading the police to the foothill of Khao Luang in tambon Thongchai, where they discovered the group capturing long-tailed macaques. Upon monitoring the gang, officers observed four men and two women using tranquiliser darts to capture the monkeys. The authorities apprehended all suspects and rescued more than ten macaques. They also seized a Ford Ranger pickup truck, a Toyota Prius, a Toyota Wish, 80 tranquiliser darts, a bag of animal feeds, and other items from the group. Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/six-arrested-for-wildlife-trafficking-and-macaques-rescue-in-phetchaburi -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-05-12 - 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.

Five monks who allegedly helped abbot embezzle temple funds denied bail Five Buddhist monks, accused of helping a former abbot embezzle funds from a temple in north-east Thailand, have been denied bail. The 5 monks, named only as Boonsong, Boonluea, Thanakrit, Bandit and Natthapach, have been charged with assisting the former abbot to embezzle more than 180 million baht in cash and gold bars from Wat Pa Thammakhiri in Nakhon Ratchasima province. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1294726-five-monks-who-allegedly-helped-abbot-embezzle-temple-funds-denied-bail/

Five Buddhist monks, accused of helping a former abbot embezzle funds from a temple in north-east Thailand, have been denied bail. The 5 monks, named only as Boonsong, Boonluea, Thanakrit, Bandit and Natthapach, have been charged with assisting the former abbot to embezzle more than 180 million baht in cash and gold bars from Wat Pa Thammakhiri in Nakhon Ratchasima province. Coconuts reports that the abbot they colluded with was disrobed on Friday for allegedly stealing from the temple. According to police, the former abbot would order the monks to take large amounts of cash from the temple and hide it at a resort. The cash was moved in a van allegedly driven by Boonsong. Police searched the temple on Monday and have so far confiscated over 76 million baht in cash and gold bars, along with ornaments valued at over 22 million baht. Officers are now assessing other items thought to be worth at least 100 million baht, according to the Coconuts report. The money and other items were found buried in a hillside behind the temple. Full Story: https://phuket-go.com/phuket-news/national-news/five-monks-who-allegedly-helped-abbot-embezzle-temple-funds-denied-bail-video/ -- © Copyright Phuket GO 2023-05-12 - 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.

Elderly Woman Rescued from Fire in Pattaya A 75-year-old woman was rescued from a building that went up in flames for unknown reasons last night in Pattaya, May 11th. The incident happened in Soi Bongkot 4, and nobody was injured. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1294725-elderly-woman-rescued-from-fire-in-pattaya/

A 75-year-old woman was rescued from a building that went up in flames for unknown reasons last night in Pattaya, May 11th. The incident happened in Soi Bongkot 4, and nobody was injured. At 8 PM, the Pattaya firefighting unit received a report of a fire at the TG Battery Shop in Soi Bongkot 4 in the Nongprue sub-district of Banglamung district. They rushed to the scene with Sawang Boriboon rescuers. A fire was found burning a 3-storey building. Flames were seen inside the building and a large amount of smoke was billowing out, rescuers told The Pattaya News. Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2023/05/12/elderly-woman-rescued-from-fire-in-pattaya/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2023-05-12 - 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.

Transwoman physically assaulted by bar guards in Phuket A Thai transwoman filed a complaint at Patong Police Station on Tuesday, May 9, after four to five security guards at a bar in the Patong neighbourhood of Phuket physically assaulted her and forcibly removed her from the venue without a reason. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1294724-transwoman-physically-assaulted-by-bar-guards-in-phuket/

A Thai transwoman filed a complaint at Patong Police Station on Tuesday, May 9, after four to five security guards at a bar in the Patong neighbourhood of Phuket physically assaulted her and forcibly removed her from the venue without a reason. The 27 year old transwoman posted a video on her TikTok account, Prasita Punyang, three days ago of her arguing with the bar guards. In the video, Prasit is heard shouting… “My gold bracelet is broken! It is broken! Who is the one who carried me out and dropped me here? Who? I do not care what you said. See! It is broken. I want to see the manager. Why do you not talk to me nicely? No respect!” One of the guards was heard in the video telling Prasit to leave the bar and file a complaint with the police if she was unhappy. Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/transwoman-physically-assaulted-by-bar-guards-in-phuket -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-05-12 - 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.

Russian Tourist Missing After Being Struck By a Wave While Taking a Selfie at Prom Thep Cape in Phuket Three Russian tourists have been rescued while another is still missing after one of them was hit by a wave and washed out into the sea by waves while taking a selfie at the Prom Thep Cape in Rawai. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1294723-russian-tourist-missing-after-being-struck-by-a-wave-while-taking-a-selfie-at-prom-thep-cape-in-phuket/

Three Russian tourists have been rescued while another is still missing after one of them was hit by a wave and washed out into the sea by waves while taking a selfie at the Prom Thep Cape in Rawai. Emergency responders were notified of the incident on Friday (May 12th) at the end of the Prom Thep Cape. They and the Phuket Express arrived at the scene to find three foreign tourists floating in the sea. They were quickly rescued from the water. They told emergency responders that they were Russians on holiday. They went into the sea to help their friend who was doing a selfie taking session before being hit by a wave and being washed out into the sea. Their friend disappeared into the ocean before the Russian tourists called out for locals for help and a search was launched. Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2023/05/12/russian-tourist-missing-after-being-struck-by-a-wave-while-taking-a-selfie-at-prom-thep-cape-in-phuket/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2023-05-12 - 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.

A bomb attack kills ranger in Yala and suspected insurgents torch 20 cell phone towers in Pattani Violence continued in the southernmost provinces on Friday, after a bomb killed a ranger and seriously injured three others. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1294722-a-bomb-attack-kills-ranger-in-yala-and-suspected-insurgents-torch-20-cell-phone-towers-in-pattani/

Violence continued in the southernmost provinces on Friday, after a bomb killed a ranger and seriously injured three others. The attack took place in Ban Ngokapo village in the Bannang Sata district of Yala province, about 500 meters from Ban Taopoon School, which is set to be a polling station for this Sunday’s general election. Eight rangers were patrolling in the area when the device exploded, killing ranger Chief Sgt Sommai Naksuebwong and seriously injuring three others. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/a-bomb-attack-kills-ranger-in-yala-and-suspected-insurgents-torch-20-cell-phone-towers-in-pattani/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-05-12 - 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.