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A still from social media footage shows Nguyen Van Hung, one of three people accused of torturing two fishermen on a ship in Ca Mau Province. Police in the southern province of Ca Mau have finally arrested three men who were caught on camera torturing two people last May. They did not say why it took them so long to arrest Nguyen Cong Toan, Nguyen Van Ty and Nguyen Van Hung, all aged 34-38. Three days ago video footage of fishermen Truong Van Trung and Le Van Binh being beaten and tortured aboard their boat in Ca Mau Province went viral on social media. Full Story: https://e.vnexpress.net/news/news/3-arrested-for-torturing-fishermen-in-mekong-delta-4538930.html -- © Copyright VN Express 2022-11-22

People affected by Covid-19 keep their distance after receiving gift packages from benefactors in HCMC, April 2021. Photo by VnExpress/Nguyet Nhi Around 133,000 people who lost their jobs due to social distancing restrictions in HCMC last year are yet to receive any money from the government's relief package. They are among those who had to stop working in July last year when companies could not meet Covid safety requirements such as having employees stay at the workplace, the Ho Chi Minh City Labor Union said Monday. Most then remained unemployed for at least four months as HCMC locked down until early October. Full Story: https://e.vnexpress.net/news/news/133-000-hcmc-workers-yet-to-get-pandemic-relief-money-4539101.html -- © Copyright VN Express 2022-11-22

A 17-year-old boy is treated at Can Tho General Hospital after he got pierced by a wooden stake, November 2022. Photo by VnExpress/Thanh Phong A 17-year-old boy got his chest pierced after falling into a river trying to avoid a dog while driving a motorbike in southern Vietnam. The accident occurred in Kien Giang Province last Saturday, and he was transferred to the neighboring Can Tho City for operation the same day. The wooden stake measures 30 centimeters long and has a diameter of 5 centimeters. Full Story: https://e.vnexpress.net/news/news/motorcyclist-avoids-dog-gets-pierced-by-wooden-stake-4539244.html -- © Copyright VN Express 2022-11-22

Police raid Dom Club in Hai Phong City's Ngo Quyen District on November 20, 2022. Photo by VnExpress/Xuan Hoa 153 people partying in Hai Phong's biggest dance club tested positive for drugs after a midnight raid by the police on Sunday. Police in the northern port city said they found 386 customers and employees at the Dom Club in Ngo Quyen District. Of these, test results made available Monday showed that 153 people had consumed narcotic substances. Dom Club, Hai Phong's biggest dance club, obtained its discotheque business license in 2015. Full Story: https://e.vnexpress.net/news/news/153-test-positive-for-narcotics-use-in-hai-phong-bar-4538826.html -- © Copyright VN Express 2022-11-22

This handout photo taken on March 2, 2022 and released by Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) on March 27, shows a Chinese coast guard ship (L) shadowing a Philippine coast guard vessel (R) while conducting a maritime patrol in Scarborough Shoal in South China sea. The Philippine coastguard accused its Chinese counterpart on March 27 of illegally steering one of its ships close to a Filipino patrol vessel on March 2 in disputed South China Sea waters, risking a collision. Handout / Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) / AFP MANILA, Philippines — China has denied reports of their coast guard “forcefully” retrieving debris from a Chinese rocket found floating off Pagasa Island in Palawan and said are “inconsistent with facts.” Quoting the Chinese Foreign Ministry, the Chinese Embassy in Manila said the object was found floating in the waters at around 8 a.m. on Sunday. This was first retrieved and towed by the Philippine Navy. “After friendly consultation the Philippine side returned the floating object to the Chinese side on the spot. The Chinese side expressed gratitude to the Philippine side,” the Chinese Embassy in Manila said in a statement late Monday evening. Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2022/11/22/2225655/china-denies-coast-guard-forcefully-taking-rocket-debris -- © Copyright Philstar 2022-11-22

File photo of a miner. The STAR/Artemio A. Dumlao MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Tuesday ordered the Department of Environment and Natural Resources to strengthen its regulatory powers on small and large-scale mining to ensure the strict implementation of safety and health programs for workers. “We want to legalize small-scale mining firms because many of them are illegal, so the miners have no protection,” Marcos was quoted as saying. The Office of the Press Secretary said Marcos made the instruction in a meeting with DENR officials. “We want to strengthen the regulatory framework so they can operate legally in order to give our miners assistance and protection for safe working conditions,” he added. Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/climate-and-environment/2022/11/22/2225686/denr-ordered-bolster-regulatory-powers-mining -- © Copyright Philstar 2022-11-22

MANILA, Philippines — A Filipino-Chinese businessman linked by opposition Sen. Risa Hontiveros to illegal gambling and human trafficking denied the allegation. In a statement released by his lawyer Ferdinand Topacio on Tuesday, Lincoln Ong denied any connection with Yatai International Holdings Group, which Hontiveros, in a privileged speech, claimed to have been providing a “safe haven” for illicit gaming and for organizing a “team of Filipino scammers in Myanmar”. Topacio urged Hontiveros to “kindly take a second look at her pronouncements” linking the said company to Yatai International Corp., and in turn linking the same to Ong. Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2022/11/22/2225689/businessman-denies-hand-illegal-gambling-human-trafficking -- © Copyright Philstar 2022-11-22

Considered as one of the last green frontiers near Metro Manila and a haven for unique biodiversity, the Masungi landscape faces threats of quarrying, deforestation, land grabbing, and other illegal activities. Masungi Georeserve Foundation, Handout MANILA, Philippines — The Masungi Georeserve Foundation said statements from environment officials and members of the Senate that cast doubt on its agreement to restore and protect parts of the Upper Marikina Watershed discredit the hard work of its rangers and put their lives at risk. In a statement Monday, Masungi called the pronouncements made by Secretary Maria Antonia Yulo-Loyzaga during the agency’s budget hearing last week, including that the contract with the foundation is disadvantageous to the government, "libelous, irresponsible and baseless." Sen. Cynthia Villar, sponsor of the department's budget, also called the watershed project "wrong and illegal," according to an Inquirer report. "We are deeply disappointed that after investing our own resources and risking our lives to help the government protect and restore the Masungi landscape, it now claims, five years later, that the Masungi Geopark Project (MGP) Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) signed with DENR Secretary Gina Lopez in 2017 is 'illegal', 'infirm', and 'disadvantageous to government,'" it said. Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2022/11/22/2225658/masungi-stands-validity-caretaker-deal-despite-doubts-raised-denr -- © Copyright Philstar 2022-11-22

Executive Secretary Victor Rodriguez spoke before the members of the Malacañang Press Corps at the Premier Guest House in Malacañang Palace on Friday (July 22, 2022). STAR / KJ Rosales MANILA, Philippines — Disgruntled over several appointments to government allegedly made through the intervention of former Executive Secretary Vic Rodriguez, the fringe party chaired by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. expelled the erstwhile top Malacañang official who resigned in September. Rodriguez announced his resignation as executive secretary after being dragged into controversy. He said he would take on the role of the president's chief of staff — a post that did not exist at the time — but said in October that he was out of the Marcos administration. Partido Federal ng Pilipinas kicked out Rodriguez earlier this month as member and executive vice president due to him being an "incompetent and notoriously undesirable public servant," his supposed betrayal of the party and of Marcos’ trust and confidence, "abandonment, disloyalty and many other acts inimical to the party." Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2022/11/22/2225680/marcos-party-boots-former-es-vic-rodriguez-over-disloyalty-appointments -- © Copyright Philstar 2022-11-22

Police officer killed and several others injured by car bomb in Narathiwat At least one police officer was killed and ten others injured by a car bomb at a police apartment block in Mueang district of Thailand’s restive southern province of Narathiwat at around noon today (Tuesday). Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1278547-police-officer-killed-and-several-others-injured-by-car-bomb-in-narathiwat/

At least one police officer was killed and ten others injured by a car bomb at a police apartment block in Mueang district of Thailand’s restive southern province of Narathiwat at around noon today (Tuesday). Initial reports say that a man, dressed as a police officer, drove a pickup truck into the compound of the police apartment building on Suriyapradit Road and immediately left the scene. Shortly afterward, a device, concealed in or near the car, exploded. Fire trucks and ambulances rushed to the scene, which was quickly cordoned off. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/police-officer-killed-and-several-others-injured-by-car-bomb-in-narathiwat/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-11-22 - 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. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more!

Thailand’s economic think tank predicts 3.2% growth this year (FILES) In this file photo taken on July 18, 2022 tourists gather and take pictures in the grounds of the Grand Palace in Bangkok. (Photo by Jack TAYLOR / AFP) Bolstered by recovery in the tourism sector, Thailand’s economic growth for the whole of 2022 is forecast to be 3.2%,without further need for major economic stimulus packages, according to the National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC). Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1278546-thailand’s-economic-think-tank-predicts-32-growth-this-year/

(FILES) In this file photo taken on July 18, 2022 tourists gather and take pictures in the grounds of the Grand Palace in Bangkok. (Photo by Jack TAYLOR / AFP) Bolstered by recovery in the tourism sector, Thailand’s economic growth for the whole of 2022 is forecast to be 3.2%,without further need for major economic stimulus packages, according to the National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC). NESDC Secretary-General Danucha Pichayanan said that growth in the third quarter of this year is expected to be 4.5%, thanks to the return of foreign tourists, after Thailand eased travel restrictions, adding that this is expected to increase growth for the whole year to 3.2%. He said that the economic stimulus packages being considered by Finance Ministry, for January 1st to February 15th, such as “Shop Dee Mee Kuen” or “Shop Chuay Chart”, are minor projects aimed at increasing the purchasing power of consumers. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/thailands-economic-think-tank-predicts-3-2-growth-this-year/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-11-22 - 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. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more!

List of closed roads to watch out for during Pattaya International Fireworks Festival The following is the list of roads that will be closed to facilitate the upcoming “Pattaya International Fireworks Festival 2022″ on November 25th to 26th, 2022. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1278261-list-of-closed-roads-to-watch-out-for-during-pattaya-international-fireworks-festival/

The following is the list of roads that will be closed to facilitate the upcoming “Pattaya International Fireworks Festival 2022″ on November 25th to 26th, 2022. According to Pattaya officials, Beach Road will be closed to traffic from the Dolphin roundabout to Walking Street in South Pattaya from 14:00 hrs to 22:00 hrs. Central Klang Road from 2nd Road to Beach Road will also be closed from 14:00 hrs to 22:00 hrs. Pattaya officials advise drivers to use North and South Pattaya Roads, which will be open for one lane instead. Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2022/11/18/list-of-closed-roads-to-watch-out-for-during-pattaya-international-fireworks-festival/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2022-11-18 - 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. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more!

Sales of Pon Yang Kham beef spike after being served at APEC Summit Pon Yang Kham beef, from breeding cooperatives in Thailand’s Sakhon Nakhon province, is selling well after it was selected for a dish served to APEC leaders at a gala dinner last night at the Royal Thai Navy Convention Hall. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1278260-sales-of-pon-yang-kham-beef-spike-after-being-served-at-apec-summit/

Pon Yang Kham beef, from breeding cooperatives in Thailand’s Sakhon Nakhon province, is selling well after it was selected for a dish served to APEC leaders at a gala dinner last night at the Royal Thai Navy Convention Hall. Sakhon Nakhon Governor Jureerat Thep-art said she expects sales of the beef might surpass one billion baht this year. Chumpol Jangprai, an executive chef at R-Haan, a two Michelin star restaurant, chose the shank cut of Pon Yang Kham beef to make Massaman curry, one of the main courses served at the gala dinner last night. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/sales-of-pon-yang-kham-beef-spike-after-being-served-at-apec-summit/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-11-18 - 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. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more!

Protesters disperse from Bangkok’s Lan Khon Mueang Town Square Protesters at Lan Khon Mueang Town Square packed their belongings and dispersed this afternoon (Friday), after their attempt to march to the APEC meeting at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre was blocked by police. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1278258-protesters-disperse-from-bangkok’s-lan-khon-mueang-town-square/

Protesters at Lan Khon Mueang Town Square packed their belongings and dispersed this afternoon (Friday), after their attempt to march to the APEC meeting at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre was blocked by police. 25 protesters are currently in custody at Thung Song Hong police station, following clashes with the police near the town square, according to Thai Lawyers for Human Rights. Several protesters and police officers were slightly injured, with some protesters being hit by rubber bullets. Pol Maj-Gen Archayon Kraithong, spokesman for the Royal Thai Police, said that the arrested protesters face multiple charges, ranging from illegal assembly, defying valid police orders to disperse, assaulting police officers and damaging state property to resisting police in the performance of their duty. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/protesters-disperse-from-bangkoks-lan-khon-mueang-town-square/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-11-18 - 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. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more!

Body of unidentified foreigner found floating off Sattahip beach PHOTO: Pop Phikhat Chayfang A body of an unidentified foreigner was recovered off a Sattahip beach Thursday, November 17th. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1278253-body-of-unidentified-foreigner-found-floating-off-sattahip-beach/

PHOTO: Pop Phikhat Chayfang A body of an unidentified foreigner was recovered off a Sattahip beach Thursday, November 17th. The body belonged to a bearded white male foreigner aged around 40-50 years old. Sattahip naval officers recovered the body on November 17th after finding it adrift 200 meters off Nam Sai Beach in Samae San Bay, Sattahip district, Chonburi. The deceased foreigner wore black-green-blue swim trunks and a black backpack with no shirt. Inside the backpack, the officers discovered a pack of cigarettes, condoms, and a rock weighing about one kilogram. No documents were found, according to the officers. Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2022/11/18/body-of-unidentified-foreigner-found-floating-off-sattahip-beach/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2022-11-18 - 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. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more!

PM Sees APEC’s Roles in Promoting Free Trade BANGKOK, Nov 18 (TNA) – Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha met leaders of Asia-Pacific economies and distinguished guests and shared his strong belief that the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation was an effective mechanism to promote genuinely free trade. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1278252-pm-sees-apec’s-roles-in-promoting-free-trade/

BANGKOK, Nov 18 (TNA) – Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha met leaders of Asia-Pacific economies and distinguished guests and shared his strong belief that the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation was an effective mechanism to promote genuinely free trade. Gen Prayut made known his view in the meeting with leaders of APEC economies and distinguished guests including French President Emmanuel Macron and Saudi Arabian Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman. The meeting discussed sustainable investment and trade between APEC and trading partners. Full Story: https://tna.mcot.net/english-news-1060711 -- © Copyright Thai News Agency 2022-11-18 - 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. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more!

Thailand praised for excellent hosting of APEC BANGKOK (NNT) - Thailand has received compliments from the APEC Secretariat for it’s excellent hosting of APEC related meetings this year, which is something the country is taking as a positive push for its international image and affairs. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1278251-thailand-praised-for-excellent-hosting-of-apec/

BANGKOK (NNT) - Thailand has received compliments from the APEC Secretariat for it’s excellent hosting of APEC related meetings this year, which is something the country is taking as a positive push for its international image and affairs. The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) has praised Thailand for its excellent hosting of APEC meetings and related events, according to the agency’s secretariat. The APEC Secretariat’s Executive Director Rebecca Sta Maria, at the concluding APEC senior officials meeting on Wednesday, admired Thailand’s attentive efforts to host the meetings, and ensure security for meeting participants. This year’s APEC meetings in Thailand are the first in-person APEC meetings in four years, since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. The APEC Secretariat’s chief also praised Thailand’s world-class facilities and excellent management in hosting these meetings, as well as the meeting’s theme that encourages progress amidst challenges, adding that this year is another successful year for APEC. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG221118174125434 -- © Copyright NNT 2022-11-18 - 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. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more!