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BANGKOK (NNT) - The "Andaman Craft Festival" was recently held in Thailand’s renowned resort province of Phuket, showcasing the country’s "Soft Power" and generating income for the locals. The event was a collaboration between the Ministry of Commerce and the Sustainable Arts and Crafts Institute of Thailand (SACIT) and was inaugurated by Deputy Prime Minister and Commerce Minister Jurin Laksanawisit. He stated that the festival, held on Sunday, would foster a positive tourism atmosphere for both domestic and international travelers, thereby significantly contributing to the local economy. The minister commented that the government’s policy to promote the 5Fs of soft power, namely, food, films, fashion, fighting - or Muay Thai- and festivals, could generate 1.45 trillion baht. Event highlights included silk Muay Thai boxing pants featuring Thai kickboxing superstar Buakaw Banchamek and a Thai fabric fashion show of Miss Universe Thailand 2022 Anna Sueangam-iam. This year, Phuket expects to welcome 12 million tourists, 8 million of which are foreigners, and 4 million Thai tourists. Visitors to the event, both domestic and foreign, are expected to purchase handicraft products as gifts and souvenirs, with an average spending of 600 baht each, resulting in a cash circulation of approximately 7 billion baht. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG230314094351767 -- © Copyright NNT 2023-03-14 - 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.

Govt Urges Companies to Allow Work From Home BANGKOK (NNT) - The Ministry of Public Health has urged companies to consider allowing their employees to work from home in response to a recent drop in air quality, which has affected as many as 1.4 million people. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1289152-govt-urges-companies-to-allow-work-from-home/

BANGKOK (NNT) - The Ministry of Public Health has urged companies to consider allowing their employees to work from home in response to a recent drop in air quality, which has affected as many as 1.4 million people. According to Deputy Prime Minister and Public Health Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, an operations center has been established to monitor air quality nationwide. The public is also encouraged to protect against PM 2.5 and pollutants by remaining indoors or wearing masks when outside. Minister Anutin noted that private sector employees working from home will mean fewer vehicles on the road and reduced emissions and air pollution. He also announced the launch of electric buses in the capital to help improve overall air quality. According to the Bangkok Medical Service Department, from January 1 to March 10, over 31,000 people sought medical assistance for problems that were exacerbated by poor air quality. These included chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases, eczema, stroke, and conjunctivitis or pink eye. Other reported conditions included pneumonia, bronchitis, pharyngitis, nasal cryotherapy, asthma, influenza, ischemic heart disease and lung cancer. According to the Air Quality and Noise Management Division Bangkok, PM2.5 levels are predicted to continue rising until March 20. However, starting March 16, a southerly wind is forecast to prevail over Bangkok and its neighboring regions, providing much-needed relief and improving the smog situation. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG230314135107877 -- © Copyright NNT 2023-03-14 - 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.

Foreign man dies on visit to Thailand’s tallest mountain in Chiang Mai A foreign man has died while on a visit to Doi Inthanon, Thailand’s tallest mountain, in the northern province of Chiang Mai. It’s understood the man, whose name and nationality have not been released, lost consciousness in the Doi Inthanon car park after travelling there with a tour group on Sunday. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1289151-foreign-man-dies-on-visit-to-thailand’s-tallest-mountain-in-chiang-mai/

A foreign man has died while on a visit to Doi Inthanon, Thailand’s tallest mountain, in the northern province of Chiang Mai. It’s understood the man, whose name and nationality have not been released, lost consciousness in the Doi Inthanon car park after travelling there with a tour group on Sunday. The tourist was discovered at around 1.00pm and efforts were made to resuscitate him but rescuers did not succeed. The man’s body has been sent to Chiang Mai’s Chom Thong Hospital where an autopsy will be carried out. According to a Coconuts report, officials are attributing his death to underlying health conditions. However, other sources point to Chiang Mai’s severe pollution problem, with dangerous air quality currently accompanied by high temperatures. On Sunday, the northern province had the dubious accolade of having the worst air pollution in the world, with the situation only made worse by the high heat and humidity. Residents in Chiang Mai are being urged to refrain from outdoor activities and to use an air purifier at home, particularly where there are children, elderly people, and people with underlying health conditions. Fine PM2.5 particles are capable of penetrating deep into the respiratory tract and causing irritation to the lungs, as well as to the eyes, nose, and throat. Other symptoms include coughing, sneezing, a runny nose, and shortness of breath, according to the Coconuts report. Yesterday, air pollution in Chiang Mai remained at unhealthy levels, while in Bangkok, the level was considered unhealthy for those in so-called vulnerable groups. Source: https://phuket-go.com/phuket-news/national-news/foreign-man-dies-on-visit-to-thailands-tallest-mountain-in-chiang-mai/ -- © Copyright Phuket GO 2023-03-14 - 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 Committee on Public Health Suggests E-cigarette Regulation and to End Ban on Vaping Dr. Eak (Ekkapob Pianpises) recently unveiled a sub-committee report on the Study of Impacts on Health and Monitoring the Enforcement of Public Health Related Laws under the Committee on Public Health. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1289150-thai-committee-on-public-health-suggests-e-cigarette-regulation-and-to-end-ban-on-vaping/

Dr. Eak (Ekkapob Pianpises) recently unveiled a sub-committee report on the Study of Impacts on Health and Monitoring the Enforcement of Public Health Related Laws under the Committee on Public Health. The report points out that the current e-cigarette ban in Thailand is ineffective; instead, it has led to issues in terms of the clarity of the law, which has caused unaligned interpretations of the law for relevant agencies, unfair treatment towards e-cigarette users and problems of corruption while being unable to reduce the smoking rate or prevent the sale of products to children and young people. The report suggests that the government lift the ban on e-cigarettes and apply harm reduction measures along with current tobacco control policies. Dr. Ekkapob Pianpises (Dr. Eak), former MP of Chiang Rai province and spokesman of the Committee on Public Health, House of Representatives, told the press about the publication from the Public Health sub-committee on tobacco and e-cigarette control, stating: Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2023/03/14/thai-committee-on-public-health-suggests-e-cigarette-regulation-and-to-end-ban-on-vaping/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2023-03-14 - 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-U.S. Strengthen Partnership in Preparedness for Emerging Diseases NONTHABURI, March 14 (TNA) – Thailand and the U.S. strengthen public health partnership to prevent and prepare for the emerging infectious diseases in the future. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1289148-thailand-us-strengthen-partnership-in-preparedness-for-emerging-diseases/

NONTHABURI, March 14 (TNA) – Thailand and the U.S. strengthen public health partnership to prevent and prepare for the emerging infectious diseases in the future. Rochelle Walensky, the director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and U.S. ambassador to Thailand on Tuesday met Deputy Prime Minister and Public Health Minister Anutin Charnvirakul during their visit to the Bamrasnaradura Infectious Disease Institute to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS). On the occasion of 190th anniversary of Thailand-U.S. diplomatic relations and the 43rd anniversary of public health cooperation, both parties reiterated good cooperation between the two countries in various fields such as trade, investment, the Cobra Gold military exercises and health. Full Story: https://tna.mcot.net/latest-news-1133663 -- © Copyright Thai News Agency 2023-03-14 - 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.

Policeman Fires Shots from His House, Negotiation Underway BANGKOK, March 14 (TNA) – The police are negotiating with an off-duty police inspector, who fired shots randomly into the sky from his house in Bangkok’s Sai Mai district. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1289145-policeman-fires-shots-from-his-house-negotiation-underway/

BANGKOK, March 14 (TNA) – The police are negotiating with an off-duty police inspector, who fired shots randomly into the sky from his house in Bangkok’s Sai Mai district. The police still cannot control the situation several hours after the police inspector, 51 fired about 20 shots at the Mankong housing estate 2 in Soi Jiramakorn. Fifty police officers from many units were deployed to handle the situation. Full Story: https://tna.mcot.net/english-news-1133766 -- © Copyright Thai News Agency 2023-03-14 - 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.

BTSC staff threaten strike if debt owed to the company by BMA is not paid Employees of Bangkok Mass Transit System Public Company (BTSC), the operator of Green Line sky train service, have threatened to go on strike if the government fails to respond to their demand for the settlement of 50 billion baht owed to the company by Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) within seven days. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1289144-btsc-staff-threaten-strike-if-debt-owed-to-the-company-by-bma-is-not-paid/

Employees of Bangkok Mass Transit System Public Company (BTSC), the operator of Green Line sky train service, have threatened to go on strike if the government fails to respond to their demand for the settlement of 50 billion baht owed to the company by Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) within seven days. Seksak Hoonsa-ard, a representative of the BTSC staff, said today (Tuesday) that they will submit their demand to Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha at Government House today. He insists that the protest by the staff is on their own initiative and has nothing to do with the management. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/btsc-staff-threaten-strike-if-debt-owed-to-the-company-by-bma-is-not-paid/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-03-14 - 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.

Rare Golden King Cobra Captured and Released in Chonburi A massive king cobra was captured around a Chonburi residential area yesterday, March 12th. The beast not only shocked the residents by its sheer size but also by its rare golden color. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1289067-rare-golden-king-cobra-captured-and-released-in-chonburi/

A massive king cobra was captured around a Chonburi residential area yesterday, March 12th. The beast not only shocked the residents by its sheer size but also by its rare golden color. A team of local snake handlers were notified of the potentially dangerous snake being seen relaxing near a house in the Khlong Kiew sub-district, Ban Bueng district, Chonburi. When they arrived at the house, they were greeted by the unfortunate homeowner, who trembling in fear pointed his finger at the reptile. The beast was hiding from the sun under a heap of old corrugated sheets. 10 snake experts had to surround the pile and slowly removed the iron sheets only to find the golden serpent already alerted to their presence and coiled up in a striking position. Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2023/03/13/rare-golden-king-cobra-captured-and-released-in-chonburi/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2023-03-13 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Pattaya Woman Attacked by Jealous Boyfriend Armed With Gun on Pattaya Beach A Thai woman has been attacked by her gun-wielding boyfriend on Pattaya Beach early this morning. The suspect reportedly tried to open fire at people but fortunately hurt nobody as his weapon was jammed. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1289065-pattaya-woman-attacked-by-jealous-boyfriend-armed-with-gun-on-pattaya-beach/

A Thai woman has been attacked by her gun-wielding boyfriend on Pattaya Beach early this morning. The suspect reportedly tried to open fire at people but fortunately hurt nobody as his weapon was jammed. The victim, 20-year-old Ms. Pornchalita Prakaisri, suffered a laceration on her forehead, a fractured nose, and a broken finger on her right hand. She was assisted by Sawang Boriboon rescuers and Pattaya Police at 4 AM this morning, March 13th, after she was attacked by her unidentified boyfriend, Pornchalita’s friends told The Pattaya News. The victim was transported from Pattaya Beach to a nearby hospital for medical attention. Her friends, who asked not to disclose their identities, stated that Pornchalita and they were hanging out on the beach when they were approached by the victim’s boyfriend and 4-5 other men. Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2023/03/13/pattaya-woman-attacked-by-jealous-boyfriend-armed-with-gun-on-pattaya-beach/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2023-03-13 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Free boat service on Phadung Krung Kasem Canal to resume this Wednesday The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) will resume free electric boat services on the Phadung Krung Kasem Canal this Wednesday, after the suspension of the service last September. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1289064-free-boat-service-on-phadung-krung-kasem-canal-to-resume-this-wednesday/

The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) will resume free electric boat services on the Phadung Krung Kasem Canal this Wednesday, after the suspension of the service last September. The service is from Hua Lamphong railway station, through Bo Be market and Pan Fah Bridge to the Phra Sumen Fort in the Ratchadamnoen area, covering a distance of about five kilometres. Krungthep Thanakom, an investment arm of the BMA, has been assigned to select a private company to operate the service. It is reported that the BMA has decided to cut the cost of operating the service from 2.4 million baht to 1.8 million baht/month. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/free-boat-service-on-phadung-krung-kasem-canal-to-resume-this-wednesday/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-03-13 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Telemedicine service launched in Bangkok covering 42 common conditions Universal health scheme gold health card holders in Bangkok will be eligible for free medical treatment for 42 uncomplicated and common diseases through a new telemedicine service, according to Rachada Dhnadirek, deputy government spokesperson. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1289063-telemedicine-service-launched-in-bangkok-covering-42-common-conditions/

Universal health scheme gold health card holders in Bangkok will be eligible for free medical treatment for 42 uncomplicated and common diseases through a new telemedicine service, according to Rachada Dhnadirek, deputy government spokesperson. The service will be extended to people whose entitlements are valid in other provinces, but who are living in Bangkok. The telemedicine service is designed to provide easy access to health care for the public, she explained. To use the service, gold card holders are required to install the “Clicknic” application in their smart phones, click on the “patients with common diseases (NHSO)” banner and complete the information requested about their health problems, their weight and height and then click “seeking consultation”. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/telemedicine-service-launched-in-bangkok-covering-42-common-conditions/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-03-13 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Five suspects arrested in connection with multiple murders in Narathiwat Five suspects are in police custody for alleged involvement in the murder of four men. Three of the bodies were found in the trunk of a car, partially submerged in a canal in Waeng district of the southern border province of Narathiwat, in February. The fourth body was disposed of in the Su-ngai Kolok River in the same province. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1289062-five-suspects-arrested-in-connection-with-multiple-murders-in-narathiwat/

Five suspects are in police custody for alleged involvement in the murder of four men. Three of the bodies were found in the trunk of a car, partially submerged in a canal in Waeng district of the southern border province of Narathiwat, in February. The fourth body was disposed of in the Su-ngai Kolok River in the same province. Two handguns, seven rounds of ammunition and two cars,which were used by the gang in committing the offences,were displayed to the media at a press conference today (Monday) at the provincial police office. Pol Maj-Gen Anurut Im-arb, commander of the Narathiwat provincial police, said that the murders were motivated by a conflict in the illicit drug business. He alleged that three of the five people arrested did the shootings, while the others, including two who are still at large, were allegedly responsible for disposing of the bodies and other evidence. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/five-suspects-arrested-in-connection-with-multiple-murders-in-narathiwat/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-03-13 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.

Thai banks unaffected by two recent US bank failures Thailand’s commercial banks and other financial institutions have not been affected by the recent failures the US’s Silicon Valley Bank and New York-based Signature Bank in the past week, Deputy Government Spokesperson Traisuree Traisoranakul said today (Monday). Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1289061-thai-banks-unaffected-by-two-recent-us-bank-failures/

Thailand’s commercial banks and other financial institutions have not been affected by the recent failures the US’s Silicon Valley Bank and New York-based Signature Bank in the past week, Deputy Government Spokesperson Traisuree Traisoranakul said today (Monday). She disclosed that Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha has, however, ordered the government’s economic team to monitor the situation closely. She said that no Thai commercial banks or financial institutions had invested or engaged in any transactions with the two failed US banks, adding that the impact of the closures on the US economy is limited, because the services of the two banks were limited, unlike ordinary commercial banks, and thanks to swift intervention by the US regulators. According a Bank of Thailand report at the end of last year, all Thai commercial banks’ BIS (Bank for International Settlements or capital to risk asset ratios) amounted to 19.4%, with a liquidity coverage ratio (LCR) at 197.3 and the amount of non-performing loans at 2.73%, whereas the NPL coverage ratio stands at 171.9%. Credit extension and deposits are not concentrated within certain groups, but spread broadly. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/thai-banks-unaffected-by-two-recent-us-bank-failures/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-03-13 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information.