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Walking Street Business Owners and City Officials Hold Major Meeting About Various Issues A meeting was held on Walking Street this evening, March 14th, 2023 between Pattaya City Police, City Hall officials, and business owners. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1289172-walking-street-business-owners-and-city-officials-hold-major-meeting-about-various-issues/

A meeting was held on Walking Street this evening, March 14th, 2023 between Pattaya City Police, City Hall officials, and business owners. The city is planning to reduce the number of motorcycle taxi drivers in the actual street and move them to nearby areas, citing complaints of too many still driving in pedestrian areas. Garbage trucks will also collect garbage nightly at 3am and cooperation is expected with business owners. Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2023/03/14/walking-street-business-owners-and-city-officials-hold-major-meeting-about-various-issues/ -- © 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.

Cabinet extends 5-baht per litre diesel tax cut for two more months The Thai cabinet decided today (Tuesday) to extend the 5-baht/litre excise tax cut on diesel fuel, from May 21st until July 20th, to ease the burden on the public and businesses and to stimulate the economy. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1289171-cabinet-extends-5-baht-per-litre-diesel-tax-cut-for-two-more-months/

The Thai cabinet decided today (Tuesday) to extend the 5-baht/litre excise tax cut on diesel fuel, from May 21st until July 20th, to ease the burden on the public and businesses and to stimulate the economy. Finance Minister Arkhom Termpittayapaisith said that the cabinet’s decision is intended to prevent the retail price of diesel from increasing, in the wake of global oil price fluctuations due to the war in Ukraine and the baht’s depreciation, which would slow down economic recovery and increase the cost of living. Excise Department Director-General Ekniti Nitithanprapas said that the extension of the tax cut means that the department’s tax collection will fall short by about 20 billion baht. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/cabinet-extends-5-baht-per-litre-diesel-tax-cut-for-two-more-months/ -- © 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.

Poll shows most oppose liberalisation of alcohol, e-cigarettes, cannabis and gambling A network of 12 children’s and family’s rights groups, tobacco, alcohol and cannabis research institutes have disclosed results of their opinion poll, which shows that the majority of respondents disagree with political parties’ policies for liberalisation of alcohol, e-cigarettes, cannabis and gambling. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1289170-poll-shows-most-oppose-liberalisation-of-alcohol-e-cigarettes-cannabis-and-gambling/

A network of 12 children’s and family’s rights groups, tobacco, alcohol and cannabis research institutes have disclosed results of their opinion poll, which shows that the majority of respondents disagree with political parties’ policies for liberalisation of alcohol, e-cigarettes, cannabis and gambling. Professor Dr. Sawitri Assanangkornchai, director of the Centre of Alcohol Statistics, said today (Tuesday) that a survey of people aged over 18 across the country shows that 56.1% of the respondents oppose the decriminalisation of cannabis, while over half disagree with the household use of cannabis and the growing of cannabis in the backyard. 55.5% of the respondents also disagree with the removal of the restriction on the sale of alcohol during specific hours and more than half of alcohol drinkers oppose the proposal to liberalise alchol production. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/poll-shows-most-oppose-liberalisation-of-alcohol-e-cigarettes-cannabis-and-gambling/ -- © 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.

Gas Station Worker Slashed with Knife for Allegedly Causing a Nuisance An unidentified suspect slashed a Burmese gas station worker and put him into a hospital yesterday morning, March 13th. The injured workers’ colleagues stated the culprit might have been peeved at the victim for causing a nuisance while intoxicated. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1289161-gas-station-worker-slashed-with-knife-for-allegedly-causing-a-nuisance/

An unidentified suspect slashed a Burmese gas station worker and put him into a hospital yesterday morning, March 13th. The injured workers’ colleagues stated the culprit might have been peeved at the victim for causing a nuisance while intoxicated. Sawang Boriboon rescue workers and Mueang Police rushed to a gas station in Chonburi’s Mueang district after they were alerted to a serious physical assualt around 7 AM. They found a gas station worker of Burmese nationality, Mr. Myaung Paing, lying in a pool of blood at the gas pump. Myaung of unknown age sustained a gaping gash on his right leg and was in serious state. The rescuers tried to stop the blood before rushing the Burmese man to Chonburi Hospital. Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2023/03/14/burmese-gas-station-worker-in-chonburi-slashed-with-knife-for-allegedly-causing-a-nuisance-while-drunk/ -- © 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.

Suspected drive-by shooter arrested in Chainat province Monday night Police in Thailand’s Chainat province have taken into custody the man who is believed to have committed drive-by shootings in neighbouring Suphan Buri province, killing one person and injuring two others. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1289160-suspected-drive-by-shooter-arrested-in-chainat-province-monday-night/

Police in Thailand’s Chainat province have taken into custody the man who is believed to have committed drive-by shootings in neighbouring Suphan Buri province, killing one person and injuring two others. Mueang district police, who made the arrest last night (Monday), identified the suspect as “Suphachai”, 39, a native of Chainat. He was escorted to Derm Bang Nang Buat district police station in Suphan Buri for detention, pending further questioning. A relative of the suspect told the media that he was shocked when learned of the arrest, adding that he had just had dinner with him at his house. He also said that the suspect used to be a friendly person but, in the past few days, his behaviour had changed and he could not be contacted. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/suspected-drive-by-shooter-arrested-in-chainat-province-monday-night/ -- © 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.

Two park rangers injured in landmine explosion in Chiang Mai forest Two park rangers were injured by what is believed to have been a landmine while their five-man team was patrolling in the Pha Daeng National Park in Chai Prakan district of Chiang Mai this morning (Tuesday). Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1289159-two-park-rangers-injured-in-landmine-explosion-in-chiang-mai-forest/

Two park rangers were injured by what is believed to have been a landmine while their five-man team was patrolling in the Pha Daeng National Park in Chai Prakan district of Chiang Mai this morning (Tuesday). Chaiwat Limlikhitaksorn, director of the National Parks Office, said that the rangers had been on routine patrol between Ban Pha Daeng in Chai Prakan district and Ban Arunothai in Chiang Dao since yesterday. They spent the night camped in the forest, west of Ban Pha Daeng, and resumed their patrol this morning. One of them stepped on what is believed to have been a landmine, allegedly planted by a drug trafficking gang. The two injured park rangers were taken to the provincial hospital by their colleagues. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/two-park-rangers-injured-in-landmine-explosion-in-chiang-mai-forest/ -- © 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.

Elderly woman shouts, curses at PM during Thai leader’s Ratchaburi visit PHOTO: LINE TODAY An elderly woman has been dragged away after shouting and cursing at the Thai PM as he visited the western province of Ratchaburi. According to a Nation Thailand report, the unnamed woman was part of a crowd of people who had gathered at Ban Pong Community Hall yesterday morning to greet PM Prayut Chan-o-cha. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1289154-pm-inspects-projects-in-ratchaburi-province/?do=findComment&comment=17954953

Elderly woman shouts, curses at PM during Thai leader’s Ratchaburi visit PHOTO: LINE TODAY An elderly woman has been dragged away after shouting and cursing at the Thai PM as he visited the western province of Ratchaburi. According to a Nation Thailand report, the unnamed woman was part of a crowd of people who had gathered at Ban Pong Community Hall yesterday morning to greet PM Prayut Chan-o-cha. It’s understood that when the PM appeared, the woman starting shouting and cursing at him. She was quickly subdued by two female police officers, who covered her mouth and attempted to push her out of the way. However, the woman continued her shouting and cursing, forcing other officers to drag her away to an area behind a parked van. According to the report, one officer told witnesses that the woman was fainting and that she was taken away to receive first-aid. During the same visit, another woman held up three fingers, a well-known gesture to symbolise opposition to the government. She was also quickly removed after officials surrounded her and escorted her away. Not everyone was in favour of expressing anti-government sentiment, with several people in the crowd shouting at the woman and berating her for embarrassing the residents of Ban Pong. It’s understood that a member of the press who was present took photographs and filmed the incident, with officials subsequently asking to see his press pass and questioning his reasons for filming. The PM was visiting Ratchaburi to check on the progress of various government projects in the province. Political debate is heating up in Thailand ahead of the general election, which is expected to be held on May 7. The PM has already dropped hints that he could dissolve the House of Representatives following a Cabinet meeting scheduled to take place on March 14. Source: https://phuket-go.com/phuket-news/national-news/elderly-woman-shouts-curses-at-pm-during-thai-leaders-ratchaburi-visit-video/ -- © 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.

PM Inspects Projects in Ratchaburi Province BANGKOK (NNT) - Prime Minister Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha recently inspected government projects in the central province of Ratchaburi. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1289154-pm-inspects-projects-in-ratchaburi-province/

BANGKOK (NNT) - Prime Minister Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha recently inspected government projects in the central province of Ratchaburi. The prime minister first visited an agricultural learning center in Ban Pong district, where he spoke with local children and encouraged them to honor the nation’s main institutions. He also highlighted his administration’s work in the area, including the expansion of the Eastern Economic Corridor and the construction of roads and railways, which he believes will greatly benefit the next generation. During his visit, the premier also spoke with a local abbot and discussed the progress of development projects in the district. He emphasized that these projects must adhere to rules and regulations while promoting good health among residents, with the goal of making Thailand the medical hub of ASEAN and the world. Additionally, Gen Prayut promoted his government’s policy to drive the cultivation of 58 "economic plants" in each household, which he believes will provide financial value during difficult times. The prime minister also inspected the progress of development projects in the district. On this occasion, he emphasized that these projects must adhere to government rules and regulations. Gen Prayut added that his administration aims to promote good health among communities, moving Thailand forward to becoming the medical hub of ASEAN and of the world. Lastly, he and his delegation observed the lifestyles and livelihoods of the Raman Thai indigenous people. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG230314100335779 -- © 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.

“Andaman Craft Festival” held in Phuket 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. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1289153-“andaman-craft-festival”-held-in-phuket/

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/