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BANGKOK, Feb 24 (TNA) – Thai Airways International (THAI) Plc reported a 11.15 billion baht net profit last year and will expand its fleet to accommodate more travellers this year. Piyasvasti Amranand, chairman of THAI’s committee overseeing the airline’s rehabilitation plan said the net profit was recorded with successful implementation of the company’s restructuring plan. This year, the national carrier will expand its fleet to increase six new aircraft to operate 71 in total and will open routes to all major cities in Europe, China, Japan, South Korea and South Asia to accommodate inbound travellers. Full Story: https://tna.mcot.net/english-news-1122003 -- © Copyright Thai News Agency 2023-02-24 - 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.

BOI Seeks Private Businesses to Promote LTR Visa Program BANGKOK (NNT) - The Board of Investment (BoI) is looking to enlist private firms to promote the Long-Term Resident (LTR) visa program aimed at wealthy pensioners and skilled foreign workers. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1287521-boi-seeks-private-businesses-to-promote-ltr-visa-program/

BANGKOK (NNT) - The Board of Investment (BoI) is looking to enlist private firms to promote the Long-Term Resident (LTR) visa program aimed at wealthy pensioners and skilled foreign workers. According to BoI Secretary-General Narit Therdsteerasukdi, these companies will work with government authorities to promote the initiative locally and internationally to attract more prospective participants. He said the move is in a bid to draw more applications for the 10-year visas introduced in 2022. The LTR visa program, which provides tax breaks and other financial incentives, is part of Thailand’s efforts to strengthen its economy. The government aims to attract one million applicants over the next five years. As of September 2022, about 2,800 foreigners have applied for visas. Pensioners accounted for 35% of applicants, followed by experienced professionals wishing to work remotely from Thailand and wealthy global individuals. Collaborating with private firms to promote the program locally and globally is an excellent opportunity for Thailand to increase its foreign investment and attract skilled professionals and high-net-worth individuals. The effectiveness of this campaign could be a promising step towards strengthening Thailand’s economy and portraying the country as an appealing destination for foreign investment. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG230224140040288 -- © Copyright NNT 2023-02-24 - 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.

Government Urged to Increase Monitoring of Bird Flu Virus BANGKOK (NNT) - An 11-year-old girl has died of bird flu in eastern Cambodia, prompting a call for increased disease monitoring by government health agencies. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1287520-government-urged-to-increase-monitoring-of-bird-flu-virus/

BANGKOK (NNT) - An 11-year-old girl has died of bird flu in eastern Cambodia, prompting a call for increased disease monitoring by government health agencies. In response to the incident, Dr. Anan Jongkaewwattana, a virologist at the National Center for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology, urged the government, through a Facebook post, to increase its monitoring of the H5N1 virus, commonly known as bird flu. According to the Cambodian Ministry of Health’s Communicable Disease Control Department, the girl, who lived in a village in Prey Veng province bordering Vietnam, developed feverish symptoms on February 16. A report stated that the patient had a cough and sore throat, and her temperature reached 39 degrees Celsius. She was transferred to the National Pediatric Hospital in Phnom Penh from a provincial hospital, where she was diagnosed with an H5N1 infection. Her condition rapidly deteriorated, and she eventually succumbed to the illness on February 22. To prevent the spread of such viruses, Dr. Anan said it is crucial for the country to increase monitoring efforts and maintain a high level of vigilance. This could include intensifying surveillance at entry points such as airports and border crossings, monitoring livestock and poultry farms, and conducting regular health checks on people who work closely with animals. Additionally, the virologist suggested that educating the public on the risks of bird flu transmission and promoting good hygiene practices could help to reduce the likelihood of these viruses spreading. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG230224104506178 -- © Copyright NNT 2023-02-24 - 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.

Over 13,000 seized firearms will be destroyed by the police The Royal Thai Police plan to destroy 13,559 firearms, which have been seized from criminals whose court cases have been concluded, according to Pol Gen Damrongsak Kittipraphat, the national police chief. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1287448-over-13000-seized-firearms-will-be-destroyed-by-the-police/

The Royal Thai Police plan to destroy 13,559 firearms, which have been seized from criminals whose court cases have been concluded, according to Pol Gen Damrongsak Kittipraphat, the national police chief. The guns will be destroyed in a giant crusher, turned into scrap and then smelted. They are a portion of the 20,735 firearms seized by police from criminals. 7,176 firearms have already been destroyed, between last October and the end of January this year. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/over-13000-seized-firearms-will-be-destroyed-by-the-police/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-02-23 - 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.

People in Chaiyaphum warned about the spread of Norovirus People living in Thailand’s north-eastern province of Chaiyaphum have been advised to exercise caution over the food that they and their children consume, to make sure that it is properly cooked and contains no raw or half-cooked ingredients, due to the recent spread of Norovirus. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1287437-people-in-chaiyaphum-warned-about-the-spread-of-norovirus/

People living in Thailand’s north-eastern province of Chaiyaphum have been advised to exercise caution over the food that they and their children consume, to make sure that it is properly cooked and contains no raw or half-cooked ingredients, due to the recent spread of Norovirus. More than 300 students at four schools in the Mueang district have been taken to hospitals since Tuesday, several of them have been admitted for treatment after falling ill with stomach aches, diarrhoea, vomiting and nausea. Lab tests of fluid specimens have confirmed the presence of Norovirus, said Dr. Wachira Botphibul, the provincial health chief, adding that the virus is commonly found in ice. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/people-in-chaiyaphum-warned-about-the-spread-of-norovirus/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-02-23 - 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 court questions police over arrest of former national park chief The Criminal Court for Corruption and Misconduct Cases has demanded that the Central Investigation Bureau answer four questions pertaining to the incident last December when Rutchada Suriyakul Na Ayutya, former chief of the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation, was arrested by anti-corruption police at his office. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1287436-thai-court-questions-police-over-arrest-of-former-national-park-chief/

The Criminal Court for Corruption and Misconduct Cases has demanded that the Central Investigation Bureau answer four questions pertaining to the incident last December when Rutchada Suriyakul Na Ayutya, former chief of the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation, was arrested by anti-corruption police at his office. Accompanied by his lawyer, Rutchada appeared before the court this morning (Thursday) to deny charges that he demanded bribes from his subordinates in exchange for their transfers, in a case in which he charges Pol Maj-Gen Jaroonkiat Pankeaw, commander of the corruption prevention and suppression police, and Chaiwat Limlikhitaksorn, director of 9th Regional Protected Area Office and five other officials, with malfeasance in office, depriving him of his freedom, falsifying evidence, intrusion and criminal association. During the hearing today, Rutchada claimed that his arrest at his office last December was an act of collusion between the anti-corruption police and Chaiwat, as Chaiwat was under investigation for alleged misuse of 14-million baht for a reforestation project back in 2019, which is due to expire on March 29th. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/thai-court-questions-police-over-arrest-of-former-national-park-chief/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-02-23 - 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’s Thai-Bangladeshi Community Marks International Mother Language Day The Pattaya Thai-Bangladeshi Community marked International Mother Language Day this past Tuesday, February 21st, 2023, in Pattaya. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1287432-pattaya’s-thai-bangladeshi-community-marks-international-mother-language-day/

The Pattaya Thai-Bangladeshi Community marked International Mother Language Day this past Tuesday, February 21st, 2023, in Pattaya. The event took place at 7:30 P.M. at the Unique Regency Hotel located on Pratumnak Soi 5 in Pattaya and was attended by dozens of local residents, prestigious guests, and members of the Pattaya Thai-Bangladeshi Community. You can learn more about International Mother Language Day here. The observance is held worldwide and is formally recognized by the United Nations as a day to promote the preservation and protection of all languages used by peoples of the world, according to UNESCO. It is especially important to the Bangladeshi people as the day was their initiative. The people of Bangladesh fought for the recognition of the Bangla language in the late forties and early fifties in East Bengal (now Bangladesh), culminating in an incident in 1952 in which the then Pakistani government, which wanted to make Urdu the only national language, opened fire on protests and rallies protesting the decision to not make Bengali a state language, killing five people and injuring hundreds. In 1956, the Bengali language was finally made a state language of Pakistan after years of protests, rallies, and activism. Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2023/02/23/pattayas-thai-bangladeshi-community-marks-international-mother-language-day/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2023-02-23 - 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.

Cats raised inside an apartment in Hanoi. Photo by Trieu Chien Safety issues, as well as noise and waste problems, have sparked a debate as to whether or not pets should be allowed at apartment buildings in Vietnam. "Can anyone see whose dog is barking on the 20th floor? I'm sick and tired, yet I can't sleep," said a text message that pinged Anh Khue's phone at midnight. The text sparked a familiar litany: "Yes! My child woke up and cried immediately," said a message in reply. Full Story: https://e.vnexpress.net/news/news/keeping-pets-in-apartment-complexes-moral-legal-dilemma-4571984.html -- © Copyright VN Express 2023-02-23

The Alabai dog that attacked a British tourist in Nha Trang Town on February 19, 2023. Photo by VnExpress/Chinh Toan A dog that bit a British tourist in central beach town Nha Trang has been put down by local authorities. The Alabai belonged to the family of Do Xuan Tung, who live on October 23rd Street in Vinh Hiep Commune, local media reports said. The animal, which weighed 50 kilograms and stood 65 centimeters tall, attacked the 19-year-old Briton, Paul Staker Zachary, when he had been walking with a friend, also a foreigner, along the street last Sunday, and bit him on his arms and legs. Source: https://e.vnexpress.net/news/news/authorities-euthanize-dog-that-attacked-british-tourist-4573985.html -- © Copyright VN Express 2023-02-23

One of the five Asian black bears that is handed over to the Animals Asia Foundation on February 22, 2023. Photo by the foundation Five Asian black bears kept in captivity for 21 years in a house in Hanoi are now free after their owners handed them over to rescuers. The animals had been captured as cubs. The family in Phuc Tho District bought them in Son La, a mountainous province in the north, in 2002 and kept them in cages. The family said they have kept the bears for "commercial purposes." Full Story: https://e.vnexpress.net/news/news/hanoi-family-hands-over-5-captive-bears-4573937.html -- © Copyright VN Express 2023-02-23

Women in Lao Cai Province, northern Vietnam. Photo by Phuong Anh U.S. Ambassador to Vietnam Marc Knapper discussed efforts to combat human trafficking in his first visit to Lao Cai Province, which borders China, earlier this week. "Countering human trafficking is a priority for the U.S. government and I want to thank you for our excellent cooperation here, including on several counter-trafficking projects in Lao Cai supported by the U.S. Embassy," Knapper said, as cited in a U.S. embassy's statement. During the two-day trip on Monday and Tuesday, Knapper met with local authorities, NGO representatives, and the staff of a U.S.-backed program to fight human trafficking in the province. Full Story: https://e.vnexpress.net/news/news/us-ambassador-addresses-human-trafficking-in-vietnam-border-province-4574113.html -- © Copyright VN Express 2023-02-23

This picture taken on February 18, 2023 and released from North Korea's official Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) on February 19, 2023 shows test-firing of the intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) "Hwasong-15", at Pyongyang International Airport. STRINGER / KCNA VIA KNS / AFP MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines called out the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea for conducting an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) test last weekend, saying the launch undermines regional stability. North Korean leader Kim Jong Un ordered the "sudden launching drill" at 8 a.m. on Saturday and that afternoon, a Hwasong-15 missile was launched from Pyongyang airport. "These tests provoke tension and undermine peace and stability in the Korean Peninsula, in the region, and the world," the Department of Foreign Affairs said in a statement sent late Wednesday evening. Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2023/02/23/2247101/dfa-north-korea-ballistic-missile-test-provokes-tension-undermines-stability -- © Copyright Philstar 2023-02-23

Signage that reads "No Vaccine No Ride" (L) is seen on the windshield of a passenger jeepney in Quezon City, suburban Manila on January 17, 2022, as the Philippine government banned unvaccinated people from using public transport amid a record surge in coronavirus cases. AFP / Jam Sta. Rosa, File MANILA, Philippines — Transport group Pinagkaisang Samahan ng mga Tsuper at Operators Nationwide (Piston) called on the national government to halt the impending prohibition of individual operators of traditional jeepneys in plying their routes after June 30. They instead urged to revise the PUV Modernization Program that is "burying poor drivers and small-time operators deep in debt." This came after the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board approved its Memorandum Circular 2023-013 last Monday which states that only traditional jeepneys who join "consolidated entities" like corporations and cooperatives will have their provisional authorities extended until Dec. 31, 2023. Extensions will no longer be granted, said the LTFRB. Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2023/02/23/2247099/piston-slams-june-30-jeepney-phaseout-order-says-minibuses-worth-p28-m-burying-operators-debt -- © Copyright Philstar 2023-02-23

Members of indigenous Dumagat-Remontado communities pose for a photo at the Marikina Sports Complex on February 22, 2023. Philstar.com/Gaea Katreena Cabico ANTIPOLO, Philippines — It has been eight days since Mimot Astoveza came down from her mountain village in General Nakar town and started the grueling walk from Quezon province to the nation’s capital. But the 22-year-old indigenous Dumagat-Remontado youth said she does not feel exhausted, knowing that she and other indigenous peoples in Sierra Madre are fighting for their rights to preserve their land and culture. Astoveza lives in Makid-ata — one of the four communities that will be directly affected by the P12.2 billion-Kaliwa Dam. The dam, which will be funded by a loan from China, was a flagship project of former President Rodrigo Duterte’s “Build, Build, Build” program. Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/climate-and-environment/2023/02/23/2247070/uncertain-future-young-dumagat-remontados-threatened-kaliwa-dam -- © Copyright Philstar 2023-02-23

Rep. Joey Salceda on Sunday (February 19, 2023) posted on his Facebook images of the possible parts of the missing Cessna plane in Camalig, Albay. He said the suspected plane was located 350 meters from the crater of the Mayon Volcano. Facebook, Joey Salceda MANILA, Philippines (Updated 2:30 p.m.) — All four passengers of a small plane that crashed near Mayon Volcano’s crater were found dead, a local official confirmed on Thursday. Four people, including two Australians, were on board the Cessna 340 aircraft when it went missing on Saturday morning after taking off from the Bicol International Airport for Manila. “No more search and rescue operation. Our operation is now focused on retrieval because we’re able to locate the passengers. They were lifeless,” Camalig town Mayor Carlos Irwin Baldo said in an interview with TeleRadyo. Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2023/02/23/2247078/passengers-crashed-cessna-plane-mayon-confirmed-dead -- © Copyright Philstar 2023-02-23

Ten great reasons to retire in Phuket, Thailand Cost of living in Phuket It’s relatively inexpensive to live in Phuket, as long as you avoid the ‘touristy’ west coast (Patong, Kata, Karon, Surin, Bang Tao, Mai Khao, Kamala, Nai Harn) to live. These areas are some of the most popular tourist areas and attract the highest rents and living costs. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1287421-ten-great-reasons-to-retire-in-phuket-thailand/

Cost of living in Phuket It’s relatively inexpensive to live in Phuket, as long as you avoid the ‘touristy’ west coast (Patong, Kata, Karon, Surin, Bang Tao, Mai Khao, Kamala, Nai Harn) to live. These areas are some of the most popular tourist areas and attract the highest rents and living costs. There are large expat communities in Rawai, Chalong, Koh Kaew and Kathu. Even in the local ‘capital’ Phuket Town and Thalang have better value for rental costs. But, right around Phuket, you can find cheaper alternatives for rent and food – you just have to have time to get into the local network and meet some friends who have lived on the island for a longer time. Internet, electricity, laundry and health costs are all quite low, compared to western counterparts. The motto is, to live cheaply, “live like a local”. Good weather Phuket is hot all year around, with defined wet, hot and dry seasons. Usually the only thing you need to worry about in Phuket is if it’s raining or not – it’s always going to be hot. You get some localised thunderstorms and flooding during the wet season, but there are rarely any extremes of heat, cold, wind or intense weather events. You can see here that the wettest months of the year are September and October, the ‘dry season’ usually November through to April, and the wet season start in late April and runs through to the end of October. But there are annual variations on the same theme. The good weather is also matched by good air quality throughout most of the year. Whilst Bangkok and northern Thailand have to cope with three or four months of the ‘burning season’, air pollution, smoke and smog each year, Phuket will have much lower incidence of air pollution in comparison. Accommodation There are many levels of affordable accommodation all over the island, from 8,000 baht+ for a small house on the east coast in places like Phuket Town, even with air conditioning. You’d find a 2 bedroom pool villa in the south of the island for 20 – 25,000 baht per month. There are certainly many websites that cater for foreign tourists that will advertise peak costs for monthly rentals. Do lots of homework before renting a house, condo (apartment) or villa in Phuket. Get some recommendations from friends before calling the first website you see. There are laws in Thailand which control the amount of bond you are required to pay before moving in to your room or house. You should check the fine print of any lease before signing it. If it is in Thai language you MUST get it checked by a Thai lawyer and ensure you know what you are signing. Keep in mind that, during the annual holiday season of December to the end of February, the rental prices can peak. Food There’s quite a lot of fresh produce grown on the island and fresh food markets everywhere, probably within 5 minutes of where you live. There are also western-style supermarkets and shopping centres which give you more of a western-style food shopping experience – you will pay more for fruit and vegetables in these establishments. Apart from all the local fresh seafood, fruit and vegetables available in Phuket, you can also get many of your favourites from home. Villa Market, for example, is a supermarket (there are Villa Markets in Chalong, Koh Kaew and Cherngtalay) that stock international favourites from many countries. Big C, Makro, Lotus and Tops are the most popular supermarkets and there is a 7-11 or Family Mart on just about every corner for the emergencies. For eating out you are spoiled for choice. Obviously Thai food is everywhere, cheap and tasty. Whilst you might pay 300-400 baht in a ‘nice’ restaurant in a touristy area for a traditional Thai meal, you will surely find exactly the same food for less than 80 baht in a local market or street-side restaurant. There’s also a wide selection of foreign food, especially in the tourist zones. You’ll usually pay more for the pleasure but will still be able to eat most foods from around the world at a reasonable price. When it comes to street food, never be shy about trying some of the often exotic treats on display with the many street vendors along the roads. Probably unlikely to be particularly healthy, they are certainly delicious. May we recommend a banana pancake sometime! Expat life There are around 30,000 expats living in Phuket with all sorts of international and local associations, clubs and groups. Many have Facebook pages. Beyond that making contact with people you know will usually lead to a wider circle of friends on the island – an important aspect of living as a foreigner in Thailand. Flights Every day there are hundreds of planes, from around the world as well as domestic locations, flying in and out of Phuket. The international airport has flights to every continent and major cities around the world. Also plenty of cheap, discount flights to get around Thailand and the region. There are many domestic airlines flying an extensive network around Thailand – Bangkok Airways and Thai Smile (the domestic arm of Thai Airways) are the main full service airlines. Nok Air, Thai Viet Jet, Thai Lion Air and Thai Air Asia are the discount airlines with very competitive pricing to a range of destinations, within Thailand and regionally. Beaches The island has 30 beautiful beaches, some which are more touristy and accessible than others. There are also many pristine islands within 20 minutes to an hour from the main island with a range of tour companies providing competitive itineraries Most of the departure points are along the east coast, in Chalong, Boat Lagoon, Royal Phuket Marina, Rassada Pier and Ao Por. Phuket’s beaches along the west coast are characterised with wide, sandy beaches, all unique. During the wet season there is often a strong south west swell running that produces large waves and dangerous rips. Many (not all) of the west coast beaches are patrolled. Take note if there are red flags along the beaches and don’t over-estimate your swimming skills as it can quite challenging for even competent swimmers at this time of the year. Paperwork and Thai bureaucracy There are three immigration offices on the island and a number of registered visa agents to help you with your paperwork. The Immigration outlets are in Saphan Hin, Patong and Cherng Talay (Blue Tree). There are also visa agents to assist with things like finding a property, getting a Thai license, residents’ certificate and insurance. Of course, you will pay for their help, but, particularly with immigration matters, a reliable visa agent can often ‘smooth’ any wrinkles in your application. Keeping your visa up to date is a prime responsibility of a foreigner visiting or living in Thailand. Retirement visas (O and O-A visas) are available for foreigners over the age of 50 and requires a minimum bank balance and monthly income requirement. There are also Elite Visas available which cover you for stays of 5, 10 or 20 years – not cheap but eliminate just about all the hassles of maintaining a visa. There are also new Long Term Resident 10 year visas available for skilled or high-income individuals which may fit your requirements. A few hours on the internet or a consultation with a reliable visa agent will help you decide what is best for you. Be aware, whenever you interface with the Thai public service there is usually a lot of paperwork and red-tape involved. The same vibe has spread to many private sector companies as well. Be prepared and smile when you have to initial 32 pages of A4 paper after getting new brakes installed in your car (true story!). Healthcare and education There are world class private hospitals, as well as good public hospitals, and lots of excellent (but not cheap) international schools scattered around the island – there’s a lot of choice. All Thai people, and foreigners on a Thai Work Permit, can use Thailand’s universal health care system which is mostly free. Otherwise you would be well advised to ensure you have proper private health insurance that covers you whilst in Thailand. For retirees, it is even more important to maintain your health insurance and is usually a requirement when renewing your ‘retirement visa’ annually. Travel Bangkok is an hour away from Phuket, by air. Cambodia, Malaysia, Singapore and Vietnam about 2 hours away by air. India, Hong Kong, Philippines, Japan and southern China within a 5 hour flight. So many choices for exciting travel adventures within hours of Thailand. Within Thailand there are another 75 provinces, plus Bangkok, waiting to be explored outside of Phuket. A Thai smile will be waiting to welcome you around the country and affordable car and motorbike rental make it easy to get around. Even within a 2 or 4 hour drive from Phuket, you can be in up to four different provinces, all with their own personality and attractions. Source: https://phuket-go.com/phuket-news/phuket-life/ten-great-reasons-to-retire-in-phuket-thailand/ -- © Copyright Phuket GO 2023-02-23 - 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. 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Culture Ministry Organizes Tour of Northeast for Foreign Diplomats BANGKOK (NNT) - Diplomatic representatives from 28 countries have been scheduled to take part in a two-day tour of northeastern Thailand, starting February 23, to experience the local culture and way of life. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1287420-culture-ministry-organizes-tour-of-northeast-for-foreign-diplomats/

BANGKOK (NNT) - Diplomatic representatives from 28 countries have been scheduled to take part in a two-day tour of northeastern Thailand, starting February 23, to experience the local culture and way of life. The tour, organized by the Ministry of Culture, has been scheduled to take the delegates to Udon Thani and Nong Bua Lamphu provinces, where they will have the opportunity to visit World Heritage sites and inspect local arts, artifacts, cuisines, and folk wisdom. Deputy Permanent Secretary for Culture Yuthika Isarangkura Na Ayutthaya said such tours had been regularly organized since 2008, adding that Udon Thani is famous for its archaeological wonders, with Ban Chiang being a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1992, while Nong Bua Lamphu is also steeped in cultural attractions and handicraft villages. The diplomatic guests have also been scheduled to visit historical sites and cultural attractions, including Phu Prabhut historical park, Ban Non Kok traditional weaving center, the Ban Chiang national museum, Pho Sri Nai temple, and the Khwanta learning and design center. Udon Thani Mayor, Thanadon Puttarak, has emphasized that the province boasts many amenities, including first-class hotels, top-notch golf courses, state-of-the-art racecourses, and a modern international airport. He noted that the tour would serve as a significant catalyst in fostering stronger relationships between participating nations and Thailand and showcasing the diverse and vibrant cultural heritage of the northeastern region of Thailand. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG230223104435788 -- © Copyright NNT 2023-02-23 - 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.