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BANGKOK, May 3 (TNA) – Leader of the Move Forward Party Pita Limjaroenrat becomes the top choice for the prime minister in the latest poll by the National Institute of Development Administration (Nida). The opinion poll was conducted between April 24-28 among 2,500 people aged over 18 years old from various educational background, occupations and incomes nationwide. Asked who they would support to be the prime minister in the upcoming election, most respondents or 35.44 % chose Pita of the Move Forward Party, followed by Paetongtarn of the Pheu Thai Party (29.20% ) and Gen. Prayut Chan-ocha of the United Thai Nation Party (14.81%). Full Story: https://tna.mcot.net/english-news-1165390 -- © Copyright Thai News Agency 2023-05-03 - 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.

First batch of cast overseas ballots from 13 western US states arrives in Thailand BANGKOK (NNT) - The Thai Consulate-General in Los Angeles, United States has sent its first batch of cast overseas ballots back to Thailand. Meanwhile, the Department of Consular Affairs has expressed confidence all ballots will arrive in Thailand in time for the vote tally on May 14. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1293815-first-batch-of-cast-overseas-ballots-from-13-western-us-states-arrives-in-thailand/

BANGKOK (NNT) - The Thai Consulate-General in Los Angeles, United States has sent its first batch of cast overseas ballots back to Thailand. Meanwhile, the Department of Consular Affairs has expressed confidence all ballots will arrive in Thailand in time for the vote tally on May 14. Thai consulate officials in Los Angeles have completed counting ballots cast by overseas voters in the United States and sorted them into diplomatic pouches. The first batch of shipment consisted of 1,406 sets of ballots. The consulate officials had received the cast ballots from voters by post. The documents accompanying the ballots were inspected and the consulate general had registered each voter who exercised his or her vote. The ballots were then sorted to be shipped to the 400 electoral districts in Thailand. The consulate general in LA had allowed the Thai press to observe the ballot counting and shipping procedure for the sake of transparency. Consulate officials said it emphasized to overseas voters to send their ballots to the consulate general as soon as possible even if the date passes beyond the deadline of May 2. The consulate general in LA is responsible for ballots cast from Thais in 13 Western US states. Another 4 batches of ballots will be shipped from here to Thailand early this month. Department of Consular Affairs Director-General Rooge Thammongkol disclosed that overseas ballots from some localities have already arrived in Thailand. These include ballots from the Thai embassies in Prague, Kathmandu, and Kuwait, and the Thai consulate generals in LA and Xian, China. He expressed confidence that all overseas ballots will arrive in Thailand by May 12. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG230503091047515 -- © Copyright NNT 2023-05-03 - 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.

Thailand’s new air quality standard to take effect on June 1st Thailand has decided to implement a new PM2.5 standard level, reduced from 50 microns (microgram/cubic metre) to 37.5 microns, and a new air quality index (AQI) standard, reduced from 91 to 75.1, from June 1st, to bring them in line with the World Health Organisation’s standards, according to Jatuporn Buruspat, permanent secretary of natural resources and environment. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1293814-thailand’s-new-air-quality-standard-to-take-effect-on-june-1st/

Thailand has decided to implement a new PM2.5 standard level, reduced from 50 microns (microgram/cubic metre) to 37.5 microns, and a new air quality index (AQI) standard, reduced from 91 to 75.1, from June 1st, to bring them in line with the World Health Organisation’s standards, according to Jatuporn Buruspat, permanent secretary of natural resources and environment. Under the new standard, the AQI will be divided into five levels, each colour coded. -The AQI 0-25 (Blue) level means that the air quality is very good, suitable for all out-door and tourism activities. -The AQI 26-50 (Green) level means air quality is good enough for people to undertake general activities as normal. -The AQI 51-100 (Yellow) level means moderate air quality, in which healthy people can perform out-door activities as normal. Those who have to take special care for their health, however, should reduce out-door activity if they develop a cough or experience breathing difficulties. Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/thailands-new-air-quality-standard-to-take-effect-on-june-1st/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-05-03 - 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.

Roi-et botanical garden chief transferred pending probe into rosewood theft The chief of the “Dong Ma-I botanical garden of literature” in Thailand’s north-eastern province of Roi-et was transferred for three days today (Tuesday), pending an investigation into his possible complicity in the theft of seized rosewood (Dalbergia cochinchinensis) by about 30 men, several of whom were armed, last Saturday. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1293729-roi-et-botanical-garden-chief-transferred-pending-probe-into-rosewood-theft/

The chief of the “Dong Ma-I botanical garden of literature” in Thailand’s north-eastern province of Roi-et was transferred for three days today (Tuesday), pending an investigation into his possible complicity in the theft of seized rosewood (Dalbergia cochinchinensis) by about 30 men, several of whom were armed, last Saturday. The department’s director-general Atthaphon Charoenchansa said today (Tuesday) that an initial investigation found something suspicious about the chief of the garden, Wison Kudtalang. For instance, he said, the robbery took place on Saturday night, but Wison reported the incident to the department at noon the following day, instead of immediately because incident was very serious. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/roi-et-botanical-garden-chief-transferred-pending-probe-into-rosewood-theft/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-05-02 - 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.

Cabinet approves ฿10.4bn to subsidise domestic electricity charges The Thai cabinet approved the allocation of 10.464 billion baht from the Central Fund today (Tuesday), to subsidise electricity charges for 18.32 million households from May through August and for another 23.4 million households in May as an emergency measure. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1293728-cabinet-approves-฿104bn-to-subsidise-domestic-electricity-charges/

The Thai cabinet approved the allocation of 10.464 billion baht from the Central Fund today (Tuesday), to subsidise electricity charges for 18.32 million households from May through August and for another 23.4 million households in May as an emergency measure. The proposal to fund the program will be resubmitted to the Election Commission (EC) for reconsideration, after the commission rejected it last week due to the lack of cabinet approval. The subsidy program is in response to widespread public complaints of unusually high power bills during the hot season. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/cabinet-approves-10-4bn-to-subsidise-domestic-electricity-charges/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-05-02 - 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.

70 year old village chief fights off daring motorcycle heist to save valuable gold necklace A 70 year old former village chief from Sriracha successfully defended his valuable gold necklace against a thief attempting to steal it whilst both were on moving motorbikes. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1293720-70-year-old-village-chief-fights-off-daring-motorcycle-heist-to-save-valuable-gold-necklace/

A 70 year old former village chief from Sriracha successfully defended his valuable gold necklace against a thief attempting to steal it whilst both were on moving motorbikes. Kasem Thanyapol was on his way to purchase construction materials when a man riding a Honda Wave without license plates approached, grabbed his 10-baht weight gold chain and tried pulling it off. Fortunately, the valuable chain, worth over 332,480 baht, was too thick to break, allowing Kasem to maintain possession of it. The quick-thinking former village chief of Bangphra Moo 4 manoeuvred his motorbike against the attacker’s bike and struck the assailant’s head with an iron pipe that he had found nearby. The would-be thief, panicked by the turn of events, fled to Jay Park in Surasak. Kunueng Chokpradit, a 35 year old witness, heard the village chief call for assistance and went to help. However, upon realising that nothing had been stolen, she advised her employees against pursuing the thief. The local police are now investigating the incident and plan to examine CCTV footage in an attempt to identify the offender. Gold thefts in Pattaya are as regular as night turns into day. Only last week, police caught a transwoman changing her hair colour at a salon after she robbed a Pattaya gold shop. Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/pattaya/former-village-chief-70-fights-off-motorbike-thief-attempting-to-steal-expensive-gold-necklace -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-05-02 - 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.

Bangkok cyanide importer to be searched in serial murder investigation Police have sought a warrant to search a company in Bangkok, believed to be the source of the cyanide used by serial murder suspect “Srarat”, in the alleged poisoning of at least 14 people, Pol Gen Surachate Hakparn said today (Tuesday). Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1293719-bangkok-cyanide-importer-to-be-searched-in-serial-murder-investigation/

Police have sought a warrant to search a company in Bangkok, believed to be the source of the cyanide used by serial murder suspect “Srarat”, in the alleged poisoning of at least 14 people, Pol Gen Surachate Hakparn said today (Tuesday). The deputy national police chief, who chaired a meeting with officers investigating the case, said that they will coordinate with the Industrial Works Department and the Office of the Thai Food and Drug Administration to check records of the import, distribution and inventories of cyanide at the company, located in the Lat Krabang area, to find out if any of its stock ended up in the possession of the suspect. 12 arrest warrants have been issued in the case against Srarat so far. The latest alleged victim was the former husband of the suspect, identified by the police as Suthisak Poonkwan, in the north-eastern province of Udon Thani. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/bangkok-cyanide-importer-to-be-searched-in-serial-murder-investigation/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-05-02 - 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.

Top 5 nationalities investing in Thailand in Q1 Anucha Burapachaisri | Photo via PPTV Foreigners invested 33 billion baht into Thailand in the first quarter of the year, a government spokesperson revealed today. Investors from Japan invested the most, followed by investors from Singapore and the USA, respectively. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1293718-top-5-nationalities-investing-in-thailand-in-q1/

Anucha Burapachaisri | Photo via PPTV Foreigners invested 33 billion baht into Thailand in the first quarter of the year, a government spokesperson revealed today. Investors from Japan invested the most, followed by investors from Singapore and the USA, respectively. A spokesperson for the Prime Minister’s Office and Deputy Secretary-General to the Prime Minister Anucha Burapachaisri revealed that the government approved investment from 174 foreign investors in Q1 under the Foreign Business Act (1999). Thailand’s Top 5 Foreign Investors (Q1 2023) Japan (46 investors) Singapore (30 investors) USA (25 investors) China (10 investors) Switzerland (nine investors) According to data from the Department for Business Development, Ministry of Commerce, Thailand received 33.048 billion baht from foreign investors in Q1, creating employment for 1,932 Thai people as well as the transfer of knowledge to Thai people. Most investments went into developing the country’s infrastructure. Some 31 foreigners invested a total of 3.264 billion baht in the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC), representing 18% of the total number of foreign investors in Q1, said the spokesperson. Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/hot-news/economy/top-5-nationalities-investing-in-thailand-in-q1 -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-05-02 - 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.

DLT recommends 6 ride-hailing apps to order a motorbike taxi in Thailand Photo via BangkokBizNews One of the fastest and most convenient ways to get around Thailand is by motorbike taxi, and Grab isn’t the only option. The Department of Land Transport (DLT) recommends ordering a motorbike taxi (“Win”) safely and legally using six mobile applications. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1293717-dlt-recommends-6-ride-hailing-apps-to-order-a-motorbike-taxi-in-thailand/

Photo via BangkokBizNews One of the fastest and most convenient ways to get around Thailand is by motorbike taxi, and Grab isn’t the only option. The Department of Land Transport (DLT) recommends ordering a motorbike taxi (“Win”) safely and legally using six mobile applications. The DLT has certified six applications providing motorbike taxi services so far, reports BangkokBizNews… Hello Phuket Service Bonku Asia Cab Robinhood Grab AirAsia Superapp The list suggests that the popular ride-hailing app Bolt, often providing cheaper rides than Grab, is not certified by the DLT as a safe and legal option. Sometimes, motorbike taxi drivers ordered through an app might be wearing an orange jacket if they also work as public motorbike taxi drivers. However, not all will be wearing one. Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/hot-news/transport/dlt-recommends-6-ride-hailing-apps-to-order-a-motorbike-taxi-in-thailand -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-05-02 - 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.

Thailand’s export forecast for 2023 suggests 1% growth due to China’s economic recovery Image courtesy of Bangkok Post Thailand’s exports are predicted to experience a 1% increase in 2023, with a more significant improvement anticipated later in the year due to the recovery of China’s economy, according to the Thai National Shippers’ Council (TNSC). In a news conference, council chairman Chaichan Chareonsuk stated that although exports faced a downturn in the first quarter, a resurgence is predicted for the remaining months. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1293716-thailand’s-export-forecast-for-2023-suggests-1-growth-due-to-china’s-economic-recovery/

Image courtesy of Bangkok Post Thailand’s exports are predicted to experience a 1% increase in 2023, with a more significant improvement anticipated later in the year due to the recovery of China’s economy, according to the Thai National Shippers’ Council (TNSC). In a news conference, council chairman Chaichan Chareonsuk stated that although exports faced a downturn in the first quarter, a resurgence is predicted for the remaining months. Chaichan Chareonsuk noted that the slower contraction of shipments expected in the second quarter is likely to improve during the second half of the year, with increased demand from key markets and China’s economic recovery being major driving factors. He expressed optimism for specific products such as food, agriculture, and vehicles, which are expected to continue performing well. Furthermore, the chairman reported that the total exports in US dollars for the first quarter surpassed expectations, indicating that the worst is behind them. The January-March exports experienced a 4.5% decline in comparison to last year, while the TNSC had initially forecast a 10% reduction. For the second quarter, the group expects a 2.7% yearly decline compared to the previously predicted 4.7% decrease. Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/business/thailands-export-forecast-for-2023-suggests-1-growth-due-to-chinas-economic-recovery -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-05-02 - 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.

Rise in Covid-19 inpatients and deaths expected to increase during Thailand’s rainy season PHOTO: Flickr The number of Covid-19 inpatients in Thailand increased to 1,811 in the last week of April, up from 1,088 in the previous week. Meanwhile, related deaths doubled from 5 to 10 over the same period, as reported by the Department of Disease Control (DDC). These figures saw a rise two weeks after the Songkran festival in mid-April and are anticipated to increase further when the new school term and rainy season commence this month. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1293714-rise-in-covid-19-inpatients-and-deaths-expected-to-increase-during-thailand’s-rainy-season/

PHOTO: Flickr The number of Covid-19 inpatients in Thailand increased to 1,811 in the last week of April, up from 1,088 in the previous week. Meanwhile, related deaths doubled from 5 to 10 over the same period, as reported by the Department of Disease Control (DDC). These figures saw a rise two weeks after the Songkran festival in mid-April and are anticipated to increase further when the new school term and rainy season commence this month. On April 29, there were 157 Covid patients with lung inflammation, a significant increase from 73 on April 22. Additionally, 79 of these new patients were dependent on ventilators, up from 35 previously. Between January 1 and April 29, Thailand registered 8,383 Covid inpatients and 288 related fatalities. Government spokesperson Anucha Burapachaisri mentioned on Tuesday that the DDC expects the number of Covid inpatients to soar during the upcoming rainy season, along with influenza outbreaks. Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/coronavirus/rise-in-covid-19-inpatients-and-deaths-expected-to-increase-during-thailands-rainy-season -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-05-02 - 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.

Lucky lottery winner in Thailand banks 36 million baht Thailand‘s Government Lottery Office (GLO) revealed that one lucky winner scooped a life-changing 36 million baht (over US$1 million) in the digital lottery draw today (May 2) after purchasing six winning digital tickets. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1293713-lucky-lottery-winner-in-thailand-banks-36-million-baht/

Thailand‘s Government Lottery Office (GLO) revealed that one lucky winner scooped a life-changing 36 million baht (over US$1 million) in the digital lottery draw today (May 2) after purchasing six winning digital tickets. Today, the number 834019 was drawn in Thailand’s twice-monthly government lottery draw. Anyone who bought a ticket with this number wins the lottery’s first prize of 6 million baht. The GLO revealed that 19 tickets with the winning number were bought through their digital platform before the draw, totalling 114 million baht in winnings. According to the GLO, seven people bought one winning ticket (6 million baht prize), one person bought two winning tickets (12 million baht prize), one person bought four tickets (24 million baht) and one person bought six tickets (36 million baht). An anonymous Thai national bought 19 winning tickets for the government lottery draw on April 16, winning a staggering 114 million baht (US$3.3 million). After the April 1 lotto draw, the GLO announced that winners can no longer claim their prize in cash from the GLO. If the winner’s prize exceeds 2 million baht, the GLO will transfer to a Government Savings Bank account or a Bank of Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperatives (BAAC) bank account. Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/lucky-lottery-winner-in-thailand-banks-36-million-baht -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-05-02 - 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.

Election Commission Sets up Anti-Fake News Center BANGKOK, May 2 (TNA) – The Election Commission (EC) has opened the anti-fake news center ahead of national polls slated for May 14. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1293712-election-commission-sets-up-anti-fake-news-center/

BANGKOK, May 2 (TNA) – The Election Commission (EC) has opened the anti-fake news center ahead of national polls slated for May 14. Election commissioners Pakorn Mahannop and Thitichet Nuchnart told a news conference that the newly-established center will gather information that tarnishes the image of the EC and its officials and will clarify the operation of the EC to create understanding and confidence among the public. Thitichet said the center would scrutinize the content and provide facts to counter fake news which also emerged during the election four years ago and damaged trust in the EC. Full Story: https://tna.mcot.net/english-news-1164650 -- © Copyright Thai News Agency 2023-05-02 - 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.