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BANGKOK (NNT) - The government has approved negotiations for an economic deal with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) under the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA). According to Deputy Government Spokesperson Ratchada Thanadirek, CEPA would be Thailand’s first free trade agreement (FTA) with a Middle Eastern country. The UAE is a key trading partner of Thailand in the Middle East and represents a new potential market. It is also an important center for trade, banking and transportation in the region, as well as a source for loading and forwarding products to other countries. The negotiation framework for CEPA will cover 20 issues, including trade in goods, services, e-commerce, digital trade and intellectual property. The draft negotiation framework aims to expand trade and investment opportunities, promote and attract investment, and emphasize all sectors that may be affected by trade liberalization. The spokesperson added that the CEPA deal will help Thailand reduce its trade deficit with the UAE, as Thailand will be able to export more products to the Middle Eastern country. Important Thai exports to the UAE include food products, textiles, clothing, leather, wood products, chemicals, rubber and plastic products, and electrical appliances. According to a recent study, the CEPA deal is projected to help expand Thailand’s GDP by 318 million to 357 million US dollars. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG230306170615626 -- © Copyright NNT 2023-03-06 - 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 Pleased With Thai-Japan Waste Management Progress BANGKOK (NNT) - Prime Minister Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha has expressed satisfaction with Thailand’s progress in waste management through cooperation with Japan. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1288390-pm-pleased-with-thai-japan-waste-management-progress/

BANGKOK (NNT) - Prime Minister Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha has expressed satisfaction with Thailand’s progress in waste management through cooperation with Japan. Government Spokesperson Anucha Burapachaisri said the prime minister also reaffirmed the government’s commitment to promoting bilateral cooperation in areas of mutual interest and achieving balance, stability and sustainability for the nation. Collaboration with Japan began in 2016 under a memorandum of understanding (MoU) in the field of waste management, and was later renewed in April 2022 to expand its scope for another five years. The MoU aims to exchange information and experiences on waste management policy development and implementation, including recycling technology and innovation; ash management; and contaminated area management. A meeting was held on February 22nd to discuss the capacity enhancement of Thailand’s waste management and learn from Japan’s "waste to energy" technology. The renewed memorandum is part of an ongoing effort to support regional industrial development. It also promotes environmentally friendly businesses and energy utilization in line with the government’s green industry policy and the Bio-Circular-Green economic model. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG230306165815623 -- © Copyright NNT 2023-03-06 - 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.

Siripaporn Becomes Second Thai to Win World Women’s Snooker Championship BANGKOK (NNT) - Thailand’s Siripaporn Nuanthakhamjan has emerged as the champion of the World Women’s Snooker Championship, defeating her Chinese opponent, Bai Yulu, 6-3 in the final held at Hi-End Snooker Club on Saturday (4 Mar). Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1288389-siripaporn-becomes-second-thai-to-win-world-women’s-snooker-championship/

BANGKOK (NNT) - Thailand’s Siripaporn Nuanthakhamjan has emerged as the champion of the World Women’s Snooker Championship, defeating her Chinese opponent, Bai Yulu, 6-3 in the final held at Hi-End Snooker Club on Saturday (4 Mar). Under the best of 11 frames rule, Bai Yulu won the first session 3-2. However, Siripaporn bounced back in the second session and won four frames in a row to secure the title. This is a historic win for Siripaporn, who has become the second Thai woman to win the Women’s Snooker Championship after Mink Saraburi, who was the champion last year. In the semi-finals, Siripaporn defeated Mink to earn her place in the final against Bai Yulu. Siripaporn’s win has earned her a ticket to join other Thai professional players on the professional snooker circuit for two years. These players include F Nakhon Nayok, Moo Paknam, Jack Saraburi, and Mink Saraburi. As the champion of the Women’s Snooker Championship, Siripaporn received a cash prize of 8,000 pounds (331,000 baht). Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG230306164841618 -- © Copyright NNT 2023-03-06 - 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.

Seminar Held on World Obesity Day BANGKOK (NNT) - The Thai Anti-Obesity Network, the Faculty of Medicine at Ramathibodi Hospital, the Diabetes Association of Thailand and Novo Nordisk Pharma Ltd recently organized a seminar called "Let’s Talk About Obesity" at Central World Shopping Mall, with the aim of increasing awareness and promoting healthy habits on World Obesity Day on Saturday (4 Mar). Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1288388-seminar-held-on-world-obesity-day/

BANGKOK (NNT) - The Thai Anti-Obesity Network, the Faculty of Medicine at Ramathibodi Hospital, the Diabetes Association of Thailand and Novo Nordisk Pharma Ltd recently organized a seminar called "Let’s Talk About Obesity" at Central World Shopping Mall, with the aim of increasing awareness and promoting healthy habits on World Obesity Day on Saturday (4 Mar). During the seminar, Professor Emeritus Wannee Nitiyanant, M.D., President Diabetes Association of Thailand, disclosed that the obesity situation in Thailand is increasingly worrying. According to a survey conducted in 2020-2021, 42.2% of Thais aged 15 and above are overweight while 39.4% suffer from abdominal obesity. Sira Korpaisarn, MD Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, highlighted the importance of measuring body mass index (BMI) to determine obesity. He explained that factors such as height, weight, body fat percentage and muscle mass could all contribute to the disease. Anchilee Scott-Kemmis, Miss Universe Thailand 2021, also spoke at the event, addressing many women’s concerns about being overweight and not conforming to societal beauty standards. She encouraged everyone to love and value themselves, be confident in their bodies and look after their health. The event was also attended by Dr. Sirikarn Techavijit from Phramongkutklao Hospital, Dr Nattadonai Rachatanavin, MD, CEO & Founder of FitSloth, and Enrico Cannalire, COO and General Manager of Novo Nordisk Pharma (Thailand). Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG230306143920598 -- © Copyright NNT 2023-03-06 - 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 soldiers given strict safety orders following more fatal attacks in South PHOTO: Thai Rath Army personnel working in the southern province of Narathiwat have been told not to enter locations until they’ve been confirmed as safe, following a fatal attack on Friday. Two members of a bomb disposal squad were killed when the convoy they were travelling in was attacked by a southern insurgent IED. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1288383-thai-soldiers-given-strict-safety-orders-following-more-fatal-attacks-in-south/

PHOTO: Thai Rath Army personnel working in the southern province of Narathiwat have been told not to enter locations until they’ve been confirmed as safe, following a fatal attack on Friday. Two members of a bomb disposal squad were killed when the convoy they were travelling in was attacked by a southern insurgent IED. The device exploded as the convoy drove over it on Baan Irkasae Road in the district of Si Sakhon at around 3pm. According to a Nation Thailand report, Chalermporn Khamkeaw, commander of the Narathiwat task force, has confirmed that the order was issued by the deputy commander of Army Region 4 and is designed to keep soldiers and volunteers safe. He says insurgency attacks weaken soldiers’ morale. “Officials have been instructed to ensure that the scene they enter is 100% safe.” After Friday’s attack, a second attack was carried out at around 8pm the following day, with suspected insurgents throwing a pipe bomb at Army personnel near a base in the district of Rueso. Nobody was injured in the incident. Source: https://phuket-go.com/phuket-news/national-news/thai-soldiers-given-strict-safety-orders-following-more-fatal-attacks-in-south/ -- © Copyright Phuket GO 2023-03-06 - 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.

Passengers told to arrive early amid Suvarnabhumi security screening upgrade Flickr/Lurson [leket] Nateepitak Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport is urging passengers to allow extra time as the airport upgrades security screening at the departure terminal. According to a report from the National News Bureau of Thailand, some checkpoints are partially closed as a result of the renovation. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1288382-passengers-told-to-arrive-early-amid-suvarnabhumi-security-screening-upgrade/

Flickr/Lurson [leket] Nateepitak Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport is urging passengers to allow extra time as the airport upgrades security screening at the departure terminal. According to a report from the National News Bureau of Thailand, some checkpoints are partially closed as a result of the renovation. Passengers heading back to other ports from the Phuket Airport today are also being warned about additional traffic and possible delays following the 3 day long weekend. BKK airport is currently installing an automated tray return system at the checkpoints where departing passengers need to have their carry-on baggage screened for prohibited items. Travellers are being advised to arrive extra early to allow for potential delays. It’s understood the automated tray return system will double capacity at checkpoints from 3,300 passengers an hour to 6,650. Once operational, the screening process is expected to be faster, leading to less congestion in the terminal. Additional staff members and immigration officers are being deployed to help passengers at security screening stations and passport control. However, the advice remains to leave plenty of time, at least 3 hours before departure, to avoid any delay. Source: https://phuket-go.com/phuket-news/national-news/passengers-told-to-arrive-early-amid-suvarnabhumi-security-screening-upgrade/ -- © Copyright Phuket GO 2023-03-06 - 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 Thai Poachers Arrested for Trading Protected Monitor Lizards and Turtles Police and authorities from the Natural Resources and Environmental Crime Division arrested two Thai men on Tuesday for trafficking protected animals. Over 100 carcasses of monitor lizards and turtles were seized. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1288197-two-thai-poachers-arrested-for-trading-protected-monitor-lizards-and-turtles/

Police and authorities from the Natural Resources and Environmental Crime Division arrested two Thai men on Tuesday for trafficking protected animals. Over 100 carcasses of monitor lizards and turtles were seized. On February 28th, Thai authorities raided a house in the U-Thong district of Suphan Buri province after receiving a tip-off from concerned residents that the house owner was illegally disassembling and trading protected animals. The home owner, identified as 73 year old Mon Nerajatee, was arrested at the house along with 32 living water monitors, 59 monitor lizard carcasses, and 28 turtle carcasses. The alleged buyer, 67 year old Prasit Lekphet, was also found and apprehended at the scene. Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2023/03/03/two-thai-poachers-arrested-for-trading-protected-monitor-lizards-and-turtles/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2023-03-03 - 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.

Music Food Fest Is Underway at Terminal 21 Pattaya A Music Food Fest is being held at Terminal 21 Pattaya. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1288196-music-food-fest-is-underway-at-terminal-21-pattaya/

A Music Food Fest is being held at Terminal 21 Pattaya. The food festival with live music is being held on the forecourt in front of the Terminal 21 Mall at the plane area. Many famous food restaurants and food trucks and drinks are serving at the festival. There is a free parking area. Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2023/03/03/music-food-fest-is-underway-at-terminal-21-pattaya/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2023-03-03 - 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.

Pattaya Motorcyclist Seriously Injured Following Collision With Pickup An allegedly speeding motorcyclist rear-ended a pickup at 2 AM yesterday morning. The man suffered serious head injuries. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1288195-pattaya-motorcyclist-seriously-injured-following-collision-with-pickup/

An allegedly speeding motorcyclist rear-ended a pickup at 2 AM yesterday morning. The man suffered serious head injuries. CCTV footage captured the victim, 29-year-old Mr. Phairot Pattheeta, ramming into the back of a parked pickup truck on Pattaya’s Sukhumvit Road inbound to the Sattahip district on Thursday, March 2nd. The victim appeared to be driving at high speed, so he could not make an emergency stop, according to the recording. The man was rushed to Bangkok Pattaya Hospital by Sawang Boriboon rescue workers. He suffered large head wounds and was receiving close medical attention. There was no report about the driver of a parked pickup that the victim crashed into. Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2023/03/03/pattaya-motorcyclist-seriously-injured-following-collision-with-pickup/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2023-03-03 - 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.

White lion cub found roaming around Pattaya, tracked to Chinese owner PHOTO: Thai Rath A Chinese man in Pattaya has sparked concern among neighbours after allowing his pet lion cub to roam freely within his residential area. According to a Pattaya New report, the police and wildlife officials visited the man’s home in the Banglamung district and found a white lion cub. The Chinese national, named as 39 year old Shen Tai, has confirmed the cub is his. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1288192-white-lion-cub-found-roaming-around-pattaya-tracked-to-chinese-owner/

PHOTO: Thai Rath A Chinese man in Pattaya has sparked concern among neighbours after allowing his pet lion cub to roam freely within his residential area. According to a Pattaya New report, the police and wildlife officials visited the man’s home in the Banglamung district and found a white lion cub. The Chinese national, named as 39 year old Shen Tai, has confirmed the cub is his. Shen produced legal documents to show that he had purchased the lion cub from a Thai man who owns a white lion farm in the eastern province of Chachoengsao. The paperwork shows the Chinese man paid 50,000 baht for the lion cub. However, Shen could not produce the licence required to raise a lion. Officials have set a deadline by which he must obtain the permit from the Office of Conservation Area 2 within an undisclosed timeframe. Dr. Pairot Promwatt, a veterinarian who was with officials when they visited the cub’s owner, says white lions are wild animals considered dangerous and in the “control” category. Owners are required to hold a permit in order to own such an animal and the animal must be registered with the correct authority. It is currently legal to have a white lion as a pet in Thailand, provided the paperwork is in order, according to Dr Pairot. The vet added that the lion should be confined to a restricted area so it doesn’t pose a risk to people. For now, Shen has been allowed to keep his pet, provided he obtains the correct permit. Officials have pledged to follow up with him. Source: https://phuket-go.com/phuket-news/national-news/white-lion-cub-found-roaming-around-pattaya-tracked-to-chinese-owner/ -- © Copyright Thai News Agency 2023-03-03 - 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.

90 percent of hotspots in northern Thailand caused by human activity About 90% of the hotspots in northern Thailand are caused by humans and PM2.5 atmospheric pollution in the region is expected to increase before it gets any better, said Director-General of the Pollution Control Department Pinsak Suraswadi. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1288191-90-percent-of-hotspots-in-northern-thailand-caused-by-human-activity/

About 90% of the hotspots in northern Thailand are caused by humans and PM2.5 atmospheric pollution in the region is expected to increase before it gets any better, said Director-General of the Pollution Control Department Pinsak Suraswadi. According to the IQAir website today (Friday), Chiang Mai has the second worst air quality of any city in the world, with the quality measured at 177 on AQI, which means that the problem is affecting the health of everyone in the province. Pinsak said that 90% of the hotspots were detected in conserved forests, with humans being the main culprit, adding that the problem trends worse from tomorrow until next Friday, with higher levels of dust reported in Chiang Mai, Lamphun, Sukhothai and Phitsanuloke. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/90-percent-of-hotspots-in-northern-thailand-caused-by-human-activity/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-03-03 - 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.

Charter Court rules non-Thais be excluded in calculation of constituency MPs The Election Commission is redrawing election constituency maps in eight provinces after the Constitutional Court ruled that non-Thai citizens must be excluded from the Thai population when calculating the number of constituency MPs for each respective province. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1288190-charter-court-rules-non-thais-be-excluded-in-calculation-of-constituency-mps/

The Election Commission is redrawing election constituency maps in eight provinces after the Constitutional Court ruled that non-Thai citizens must be excluded from the Thai population when calculating the number of constituency MPs for each respective province. The Court resolved unanimously today (Friday) that the word “citizens” does not include people who do not have Thai nationality and, therefore, they should not be included in the Thai population, as reported in the census of the Central Domicile Registration Office, in the calculation of the number of constituency MP for each province. The court’s ruling is not retroactive, which means that the calculation of the number of constituency MPs in previous elections will not be affected. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/charter-court-rules-non-thais-be-excluded-in-calculation-of-constituency-mps/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-03-03 - 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.

UNICEF says Thailand needs to ensure a more equitable future for every child Image Courtesy: UNICEF Thailand It is time for Thailand to work harder to ensure a brighter and more equitable future for every child, according UNICEF Thailand in its latest report titled “UNICEF Thailand’s Seven Asks for the General Elections #VoteForEveryChild”. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1288189-unicef-says-thailand-needs-to-ensure-a-more-equitable-future-for-every-child/

Image Courtesy: UNICEF Thailand It is time for Thailand to work harder to ensure a brighter and more equitable future for every child, according UNICEF Thailand in its latest report titled “UNICEF Thailand’s Seven Asks for the General Elections #VoteForEveryChild”. UNICEF released the report in anticipation of the general election in Thailand, expected in May. It highlights seven pressing issues that affect the lives and well-being of children in the country and calls on political parties and decision-makers to prioritise these areas. The issues include accessible, affordable and quality childcare services for all children under three years old, transforming education to equip children with relevant competencies and skills for the 21st century, universalisation of the Child Support Grant, addressing the needs of young people not in employment, education or training (NEET), inclusive services for children with disabilities, ensuring online safety for children and increasing investment in the social service workforce. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/unicef-says-thailand-needs-to-ensure-a-more-equitable-future-for-every-child/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-03-03 - 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.