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A plane on the runway 1B of Hanoi's Noi Bai airport, April 23, 2022. Photo by VnExpress/Phan Cong A yellow monkey has been spotted twice next to a security fence at Hanoi's Noi Bai Airport, raising concerns about aviation safety. An airport representative said Thursday the monkey was spotted on Feb. 14 and 18 near an airport security booth. When security team members approached the animal, it ran away, the representative added. The monkey has not yet intruded on the runway, but security personnel have yet to come up with a solution to the possible threat. Full Story: https://e.vnexpress.net/news/news/monkey-spotted-near-hanoi-s-airport-raises-safety-concerns-4574221.html -- © Copyright VN Express 2023-02-24

Nguyen Dinh Gia shows a barbell which was used by his son Nguyen Dinh Luyen, one of 39 who died in a truck container in the U.K., at his home in Ha Tinh Province, central Vietnam, October 27, 2019. Photo by Reuters/Kham Belgian court of appeal on Thursday lowered the prison sentence for a Vietnamese trafficking gang leader over the manslaughter of 39 compatriots who suffocated in an airtight shipping container smuggled into Britain in 2019. The Ghent court of appeal sentenced Vo Van Hong to 10 years in prison, reducing his original prison sentence by five years, kept his fine at 920,000 euros ($975,000), and said he didn't care about his victims. "He took advantage of desperate people and wanted to make as much profit as possible. His victims were his income and the safety of the refugees was not a priority in any way," the court said in a summary of the case. Full Story: https://e.vnexpress.net/news/news/vietnamese-trafficker-gets-sentence-lowered-over-uk-refugee-deaths-4574419.html -- © Copyright VN Express 2023-02-24

Erosion has destroyed a mangrove forest along the coast of Nguyen Viet Khai Commune in Ca Mau's Phu Tan District. Photo by VnExpress/Anh Minh Ca Mau Province in the southern tip of Vietnam has lost 5,251 hectares to coastal erosion over the last 10 years and is seeking VND970 million (US$40,774) of aid from the state to build more embankment. The Ca Mau People’s Committee asked for the money in a recent letter sent to the Ministry of Planning and Investment, saying that erosion is a big and increasing threat to local livelihoods. The area lost to erosion over the past decade is as large as a commune in the province, the People’s Committee said. Full Story: https://e.vnexpress.net/news/news/southernmost-province-seeks-fund-support-against-erosion-4574463.html -- © Copyright VN Express 2023-02-24

This photo taken on December 1, 2022 shows a general view of the Masungi Georeserve in Baras. AFP / Jam Sta. Rosa MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Nancy Binay has asked the a panel of the upper chamber to conduct a legislative probe into the reported plan of the Bureau of Corrections to build a facility at the Masungi Georeserve, which she said may “affect the environment and tourism in the country.” Binay on Thursday filed Senate Res. No. 495 that seeks an inquiry in aid of legislation, led by the Senate Committee on Tourism, on the said issue. “[W]hile the initiatives of the Bucor to have a new headquarters and housing for its personnel is reasonable, it is important to weigh the possible consequences of building its headquarters in an Ecotourism site like the Masungi Georeserve,” Binay said. Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2023/02/24/2247368/binay-wants-senate-probe-bucor-plans-relocate-masungi -- © Copyright Philstar 2023-02-24

Bikers and e-scooter commuters gather in Makati on February 12, 2022 to protest the announced removal of bike lanes on Ayala Avenue that they said was part of a systemic removal of active transport infrastructure put up during the pandemic lockdowns. Photo courtesy of Miguel Nacianceno MANILA, Philippines — Representatives from the #MakeItSaferMakati movement, Ayala Land, Inc., and the Makati Business Club's Business for Biking Program have agreed to maintain protected bike lanes in Ayala Avenue after plans of scrapping them were met with street protests. In a joint statement sent to the media, the three entities on Friday said they agreed to maintain the protected bike lanes and to "jointly study and implement various street design solutions." "After a series of conversations in the past two weeks, all parties agreed that it is to everyone's benefit that Ayala Avenue remain a safe, convenient and inclusive transport corridor for all road users — including pedestrians, commuters, cyclists, and motorists," said the statement. Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/nation/2023/02/24/2247382/after-protest-and-discussions-parties-agree-keep-protected-bike-lanes-ayala-ave -- © Copyright Philstar 2023-02-24

Residents of Brooke's Point, Palawan form a human barricade to block the entry of mining company Ipilan Nickel Corporation, Feb. 18, 2023. MANILA, Philippines — The local government of Brooke's Point, Palawan and its residents have called on the Department of Environment and Natural Resources to issue a cease and desist order against Ipilan Nickel Mining Corporation for continuing its mining operations despite failing to renew its permit for 2023. This comes after Brooke's Points residents — including indigenous people and farmers — formed a human barricade on February 21 to block INC's trucks transporting minerals and permanently stop its mining operations, which they say have permanently damaged their land and livelihood. Municipal Mayor Cesareo Benedito, Jr. said that INC has been “blatantly disrespecting the law by ignoring the order of the Office of the Mayor to stop operations.” Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/climate-and-environment/2023/02/24/2247371/local-govt-residents-brookes-point-call-denr-stop-operations-mining-firm -- © Copyright Philstar 2023-02-24

Chuvit Alleges Irregularities in Orange Line Project BANGKOK, Feb 24 (TNA) – Whistleblower Chuvit Kamolvisit on Friday showed up at the Transport Ministry to file a complaint over alleged irregularities in the bidding for the Orange Line electric train project. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1287523-chuvit-alleges-irregularities-in-orange-line-project/

BANGKOK, Feb 24 (TNA) – Whistleblower Chuvit Kamolvisit on Friday showed up at the Transport Ministry to file a complaint over alleged irregularities in the bidding for the Orange Line electric train project. He planned to submit the complaint to Transport Minister Saksayam Chidchob but the minister went to work in a province and assigned his secretary and governor of the Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand, Pakapong Sirikantaramas to receive the letter from Chuvit. Chuvit claimed that there were irregularities in the bidding process of the Orange Line, saying some 30 billion baht had allegedly been taken from the project. Full Story: https://tna.mcot.net/english-news-1122099 -- © 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.

Thai Airways Declares Over B10bn Baht in Profit in 2022 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. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1287522-thai-airways-declares-over-b10bn-baht-in-profit-in-2022/

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