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PHOTO: กรมการกงสุล กระทรวงการต่างประเทศ The Pattaya Passport Office will be relocated to Central Pattaya (Room No. 449/2, 4th floor next to the Parking Entrance). From 6th February 2023 onward Working hours: 9.00–17.00 hrs. Monday–Friday (except official holidays). Tel. 095 364 2837, 038 422 438 The office will also provide legalization services. Legalization Office Tel. 038 119 638 Please contact the Department of Consular Affairs for more information Source: https://thepattayanews.com/2023/02/02/pattaya-passport-office-relocated-to-central-pattaya/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2023-02-02 - 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.

Intoxicated Man Stabs Himself in Sri Racha in Front of Shocked Crowd A man went wild and stabbed himself four times after drinking alcohol in Chonburi’s Sri Racha district yesterday, February 1st. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1285305-intoxicated-man-stabs-himself-in-sri-racha-in-front-of-shocked-crowd/

A man went wild and stabbed himself four times after drinking alcohol in Chonburi’s Sri Racha district yesterday, February 1st. Sri Racha rescue workers rushed to the incident scene in Soi Khao Taeng On to help the victim, identified as Mr. Somchai S., who was reported to have stabbed himself. The 54-year-old victim sustained four stab wounds in his abdomen, the rescuers stated, adding he was also heavily intoxicated. The rescuers provided first aid to the victim and rushed him to Somdech Phra Boromarajatewi Na Sri Racha Hospital. Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2023/02/02/intoxicated-man-stabs-himself-in-sri-racha-in-front-of-shocked-crowd/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2023-02-02 - 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 Sets Rice Export Target at 7.5 Million Tons For 2023 BANGKOK (NNT) - The government has set its 2023 rice export target to 7.5 million tons in alignment with strong demands and the volatility of the Baht currency. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1285304-thailand-sets-rice-export-target-at-75-million-tons-for-2023/

BANGKOK (NNT) - The government has set its 2023 rice export target to 7.5 million tons in alignment with strong demands and the volatility of the Baht currency. Foreign Trade Department Director-General Ronnarong Phoolpipat stated that the rice export target for this year was made following consultation with the Thai Rice Exporters Association. Although demand for Thai rice remains strong this year, the instability of the Thai currency could make Thai rice more expensive than its competitors. This prompts the ministry to set this year’s target at 7.5 million tons, which is lowered than the 7.69 million tons exported last year. The director-general added that the Commerce Ministry will continue to promote Thai rice through events and forums, as well as make trade visits with major partners such as China, Vietnam, Australia, and Germany. According to reports from the department, the 2023 target of 7.5 million tons represents a 22% increase from 6.3 million tons of Thai rice exported in 2021. The largest Thai rice importer last year was Iraq with 1.6 million tons, followed by South Africa (775,000), China (750,000), the United States (650,000), and Benin (321,000), respectively. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG230202143721501 -- © Copyright NNT 2023-02-02 - 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 Workers Benefit from Thai-South Korean Labor Deal BANGKOK (NNT) - A labor cooperation deal signed between Thailand and South Korea is offering opportunities for skilled Thai workers to work in South Korea for well-paid positions. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1285303-thai-workers-benefit-from-thai-south-korean-labor-deal/

BANGKOK (NNT) - A labor cooperation deal signed between Thailand and South Korea is offering opportunities for skilled Thai workers to work in South Korea for well-paid positions. Under the cooperation deal reached last year, the Department of Employment will secure 5,000 skilled Thai workers for the Korea Offshore and Shipbuilding Association (Koshipa) just for 2023 alone. The department reported that recruitment companies contracted to this labor cooperation have recruited 1,275 skilled workers, including 970 welders, 205 spray painters, and 100 electrical mechanics. According to DoE Director-General Pairoj Chotikasatien, the first group of 65 welders has already traveled to South Korea, while a second group of 49 workers has just followed recently. These workers will be working at Hyundai Heavy Industries. These skilled workers are guaranteed a fair salary and fringe benefits, with pay starting at 2,430 baht per day, plus overtime and a two-month bonus every year. They will be working eight hours per day for five days a week. Welders and electrical mechanics are in high demand in South Korea as the South Korean shipyard is a key player in the global shipbuilding industry. The DoE is now inviting skilled workers who are looking for opportunities or well-paying jobs to explore this possibility. Interested workers can visit the department’s website at www.doe.go.th. for more employment information. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG230202112928411 -- © Copyright NNT 2023-02-02 - 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’s Corruption Ranking Improves in 2022 BANGKOK (NNT) - According to the 2022 Corruption Perceptions Index by Transparency International, Thailand’s corruption standing improved by 9 places to 101st out of 180 countries, compared to 110th in 2021. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1285302-thailand’s-corruption-ranking-improves-in-2022/

BANGKOK (NNT) - According to the 2022 Corruption Perceptions Index by Transparency International, Thailand’s corruption standing improved by 9 places to 101st out of 180 countries, compared to 110th in 2021. National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) Secretary-General Niwatchai Kasemmongkol said Thailand scored 36 points, an increase from 35 points in the previous year. Denmark topped the list as the world’s best performer with a score of 90 points, followed by Finland and New Zealand with 87 points each. Singapore was the best-performing Asian country, ranked 4th globally with 83 points. According to Niwatchai, Thailand also received higher scores in last year’s assessments from the IMD World Competitiveness Yearbook and the World Economic Forum, increasing from 39 to 43 and 42 to 45 points, respectively. Niwatchai stated that the Thai government has taken a more serious approach to deal with bribery by reforming its project approval system by scrapping bureaucratic red tape and reducing official discretion. The NACC has also developed information technology and communication systems to support anti-corruption efforts, such as its agency case monitoring system, as well as promoting public participation to aid in efforts to combat corruption in the country. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG230202142503484 -- © Copyright NNT 2023-02-02 - 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.

Bhumjaithai and Move Forward parties in spat over hospital director’s transfer The pro-government Bhumjaithai Party and the opposition Move Forward Party are engaged in a spat over the recent transfer of the director of Chana District Hospital, Dr. Supat Hasuwannakit, to Saba Yoi District Hospital as its new director. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1285301-bhumjaithai-and-move-forward-parties-in-spat-over-hospital-director’s-transfer/

The pro-government Bhumjaithai Party and the opposition Move Forward Party are engaged in a spat over the recent transfer of the director of Chana District Hospital, Dr. Supat Hasuwannakit, to Saba Yoi District Hospital as its new director. The doctor, who is also head of the Rural Doctor Society, lodged a petition with the House Anti-Corruption Committee on Tuesday, accusing the Ministry of Public Health of unfairly transferring him to Saba Yoi district hospital, also located in Songkhla Province. Dr. Supat claimed that, normally, the transfer of a district hospital director is approved by the public health permanent secretary but, in his case, it was approved by the ministry’s inspector-general. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/bhumjaithai-and-move-forward-parties-in-spat-over-hospital-directors-transfer/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-02-02 - 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 orders EM tags removed from five anti-establishment protesters The Ratchadapisek Criminal Court in Bangkok agreed to the request of five anti-establishment protesters yesterday (Wednesday), to have electronic monitoring (EM) tags removed. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1285300-thai-court-orders-em-tags-removed-from-five-anti-establishment-protesters/

The Ratchadapisek Criminal Court in Bangkok agreed to the request of five anti-establishment protesters yesterday (Wednesday), to have electronic monitoring (EM) tags removed. The protesters, who are currently out on bail pending trials on lèse majesté and sedition charges, sought the court’s permission to remove the tags after the court ordered one removed from actress Savika Chaiyadech, aka “Pinky”, who is currently on trial on public fraud charges in connection with the Forex 3-D Ponzi scheme. The five protesters are Chonthicha Jaengrew, Panupong Jadnok, Jatupat Boonpattararaksa, Weha Saenchonchanasuek and Nawapon Ton-ngam. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/thai-court-orders-em-tags-removed-from-five-anti-establishment-protesters/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2023-02-02 - 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.

A Vietnam Air Force's Su-22 fighter-bomber that crashed during training in northern Vietnam, April 23, 2019. Photo obtained by VnExpress A Su-22 aircraft of Air Force Division 921 had an accident while landing at Yen Bai airport in northern Vietnam, resulting in the death of the pilot Tuesday. At 12:09 p.m., Tran Ngoc Duy piloted the aircraft as a training session. At 12:27 p.m., while landing, the aircraft encountered an issue. The pilot was ordered to parachute out of the aircraft, but he tried to fix it instead. The aircraft eventually crashed and he died. Full Story: https://e.vnexpress.net/news/news/pilot-dies-as-military-aircraft-crashes-over-northern-vietnam-4565259.html -- © Copyright VN Express 2023-02-01

Image: Google A woman is under house arrest after she abandoned a man who hit her car and fell, leaving him alone on the road and in the path of a truck that crushed him to death. Nguyen Thi Hang, 31, a citizen of Yen Thanh District of Nghe An Province, is facing the charge of "not helping someone in a life-threatening situation" under the Penal Code, prosecutors said Tuesday. Police said at around 10 p.m. on October 2 last year, Hang stopped her five-seat car on National Highway 1A in Can Loc District of Ha Tinh Province, which neighbors Nghe An, and left the car to do some personal business. There were two others with her in the car. Full Story: https://e.vnexpress.net/news/news/driver-faces-charges-after-leaving-motorcyclist-for-dead-in-central-vietnam-4565214.html -- © Copyright VN Express 2023-02-01

Image: Google A 3-year-old boy drowned after falling into a Koi fish pond at a café in the southern province of Binh Phuoc this Tet holiday. A source from Ho Chi Minh City Children’s Hospital 2 on Tuesday said a boy was admitted to the hospital during the Tet holiday after drowning, Vietnam Television reported. The boy went with his parents to a café with a Koi fish pond. He was left to play freely and was later discovered in the pond. Full Story: https://e.vnexpress.net/news/news/boy-drowns-in-cafe-s-koi-fish-pond-during-tet-4565294.html -- © Copyright VN Express 2023-02-01

The animated portrait of Suong Nguyet Anh on Google homepage on February 1, 2023. The Google homepage on Wednesday features an animated portrait of Suong Nguyet Anh, the first woman editor in Vietnam. On February 1, 1918, Nu Gioi Chung (Women's Bell) published its first issue, with Anh as the editor in chief. She was born Nguyen Thi Ngoc Khue in 1864 in the southern province of Ben Tre. Her father was renowned poet and teacher Nguyen Dinh Chieu, and she started writing poetry at an early age. Full Story: https://e.vnexpress.net/news/news/google-honors-vietnam-journalism-trailblazer-4565526.html -- © Copyright VN Express 2023-02-01

An exhibition in Hanoi, which will run from January 31 to February 4, showcases photos and relics of President Ho Chi Minh and his guard force. President Ho Chi Minh and guards stop by at the Khe Pass in the northern province of Thai Nguyen in October 1947. The images of Ho Chi Minh are being exhibited at an exhibition by the Ministry of Public Security in commemoration of the 70th anniversary of the establishment of the police guard force (February 16, 1953-February 16, 2023). Full Story: https://e.vnexpress.net/photo/news/hanoi-exhibition-showcases-president-ho-chi-minhs-life-in-black-and-white-4565585.html -- © Copyright VN Express 2023-02-01

Members of the Lila Pilipina lay flowers at the pedestal of a statue depicting a Filipino ‘comfort woman’ to mark the 30th anniversary of the ‘Flowers for Lolas’ campaign in Baclaran, Parañaque yesterday. The statue, shown in a tarpaulin beside the pedestal, remains missing after it was stolen from artist Jonas Roces’ studio in 2019. The statue was installed along the Baywalk in Manila in 2017 but was removed months later for a drainage improvement project. Krizjohn Rosales MANILA, Philippines — Compensation for "comfort women" — who were forced into sexual slavery during the Japanese occupation of the Philippines – is not among discussion points that President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. will bring up during his official working visit to Japan. According to the Department of Foreign Affairs, the issues had already been settled upon the signing of the 1956 Reparations Agreement with Japan, when it provided the Philippines around $550 million worth of goods and services. "We will not stop the victims (from demanding that) — because this is an atrocious violence against women during the war — but, as far as government is concerned, we’ve already signed that reparations agreement with Japan in 1956," Nathaniel Imperial, assistant secretary for Asian and Pacific Affairs at the DFA, said in a media briefing on Wednesday. Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2023/02/01/2241819/dfa-comfort-women-issue-not-agenda-marcos-japan-visit -- © Copyright Philstar 2023-02-01

In POGOs, bets are made by players abroad through service providers based here in the Philippines. Tory Ho / AFP / File MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian has asked the Blue Ribbon panel to investigate the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp.’s “seemingly anomalous” engagement of a third-party auditor for offshore gaming companies. Gatchalian on Monday filed Senate Resolution 452 calling for a Blue Ribbon probe into the procurement of Global ComRCI Consortium, which was found during a previous Senate hearing to be lacking permits and of having presented dubious documents. Among the red flags seen by senators during the hearing that Gatchalian presided was the certification that Global ComRCI presented was issued by a bank not registered with the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas. Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2023/02/01/2241791/senate-blue-ribbon-probe-sought-pagcors-pogo-auditor -- © Copyright Philstar 2023-02-01

MANILA, Philippines — The lone senior police official who refused to submit a courtesy resignation will not face any sanctions but will have to explain the failure to comply with the government's request and could still be investigated for links to the illegal drug trade. The deadline to file the courtesy resignations that Interior Secretary Benhur Abalos Jr. appealed to police colonels and generals to file was on January 31. Those who filed theirs have agreed to undergo a review by a five-member panel that will check them for links to the drug trade and have them resign from their posts if the advisory group recommends it and if the National Police Commission that will review the recommendations agrees. Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2023/02/01/2241794/review-proceed-after-nearly-all-pnp-execs-file-courtesy-resignations -- © Copyright Philstar 2023-02-01

This photo taken on March 14, 2019 shows residents of Barangka in Manila, gathering water. Manila has been hit by its worst water shortage in years, leaving bucket-bearing families to wait hours for a fill up from tanker trucks and some hospitals to turn away less urgent cases AFP / Noel Celis MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Wednesday approved the creation of an agency that will manage the country’s water resources and deal with environmental issues associated with water. The Water Resource Management Office will be under the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and will be a transitory body pending the creation of the Department of Water Resources — one of Marcos’ priority legislative agenda. According to the Presidential Communications Office, the main functions of the WRMO include formulating and ensuring the implementation of the Integrated Water Management Plan (IWMP), which will merge various plans of different government agencies. Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2023/02/01/2241805/marcos-oks-creation-water-management-body -- © Copyright Philstar 2023-02-01

Local chief executives from Metro Manila pose for a picture after approving the Metro Manila Traffic Code of 2023, February 1, 2023 Released / MMDA MANILA, Philippines — After 28 years, the Metro Manila Council has approved a ticketing system standardizing fines and penalties against errant motorists across the National Capital Region. The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority shared the news Wednesday after Metro Manila mayors agreed on the Metro Manila Traffic Code of 2023. Once rolled out, apprehended motorists can pay for traffic-related violations wherever, regardless of the city they were apprehended in. "This is a historic moment for all of us because after more than 20 years, Metro Manila is finally adopting the single ticketing system that will highly benefit our motorists," said MMDA acting chairperson Don Artes in a statement. Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2023/02/01/2241803/metro-manilas-mayors-approve-unified-ticketing-system-vs-traffic-violators -- © Copyright Philstar 2023-02-01

Qatar ramps up flight schedule to Phuket Qatar Airlines to Phuket Qatar Airways has increased its services to Thailand with the launch of three daily flights between Doha and Phuket, starting today, February 1. This move brings the airline’s total daily flights to Thailand to seven, with four flights to and from Bangkok now operating. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1285194-qatar-ramps-up-flight-schedule-to-phuket/

Qatar Airlines to Phuket Qatar Airways has increased its services to Thailand with the launch of three daily flights between Doha and Phuket, starting today, February 1. This move brings the airline’s total daily flights to Thailand to seven, with four flights to and from Bangkok now operating. Qatar Airways is expanding its presence in Thailand to offer “greater convenience” and connectivity for travellers from 150 global destinations. The middle eastern airline hubs have become popular alternatives for people flying out of Europe for Asian destinations. The Regional Indochina Manager of Qatar Airways, Bennet Stephens, expressed excitement over the expansion. “We are excited to expand our presence in Thailand with the introduction of these additional flights. This is a significant step towards our continued commitment to the Thai market, and we are proud to be serving our passengers with safety and great global connectivity. We look forward to welcoming even more travellers on board our flights.” The expansion of flights to Phuket will also boost the tourism industry in the region, along with the recent launch of direct flights from Phuket to various locations in China by five airlines. Airlines are also expanding services to Chiang Mai in northern Thailand, with China Airlines starting direct flights to Taipei and Thai Vietjet launching a direct flight to Osaka this month. Qatar Airways HKT – DOH and BKK – DOH Flight Schedule PHUKET – DOHA (Daily flights) • QR 979 HKT – DOH Departure at 09.45, Arrival at 12.50 • QR 843 HKT – DOH Departure at 20.50, Arrival at 23.55 • QR 841 HKT – DOH Departure at 22.30, Arrival at 01.35+1 DOHA – PHUKET (Daily flights) • QR 840 DOH – HKT Departure at 02.15, Arrival at 12.45 • QR 978 DOH – HKT Departure at 09.30, Arrival at 20.00 • QR 842 DOH – HKT Departure at 21.15, Arrival at 07.45+1 The Doha/Phuket flights are in Airbus A330 aircraft. BANGKOK – DOHA (Daily flights) • QR 837 BKK – DOH Departure at 01.50, Arrival at 05.15 • QR 831 BKK – DOH Departure at 08.05, Arrival at 11.30 • QR 835 BKK – DOH Departure at 19.30, Arrival at 22.55 • QR 833 BKK – DOH Departure at 20.25, Arrival at 23.50 DOHA – BANGKOK (Daily flights) • QR 834 DOH – BKK Departure at 01.45, Arrival at 12.05 • QR 836 DOH – BKK Departure at 02.20, Arrival at 12.40 • QR 832 DOH – BKK Departure at 08.05, Arrival at 18.25 • QR 830 DOH – BKK Departure at 19.45, Arrival at 06.05+1 The Doha/Bangkok flights are usually on being 777 aircraft. Source: https://phuket-go.com/phuket-news/phuket-travel/qatar-ramps-up-flight-schedule-to-phuket/ -- © Copyright Phuket GO 2023-02-01 - 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.