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A money changer employee shows US dollar bills at their shop in Quezon City on Friday (September 30, 2022). STAR / Michael Varcas MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Risa Hontiveros warned the Marcos administration against overborrowing as the Senate continues to debate the national budget for 2023. This comes after latest data from the Bureau of the Treasury showed that total borrowings for September soared to P488.64 billion from the P215.106 billion in obligations in the same month last year, posting a 127% increase. “Wag sanang tularan ni President Marcos si ex-President Duterte na nagpumilit umutang sa China kahit hindi naman kailangan. Kaya, President Marcos, hinay-hinay lang sa pera ng bayan,” Hontiveros said. (President Marcos should not imitate ex-President Duterte who insisted on borrowing money from China even though it was unnecessary. So, President Marcos, just take it easy on the people's money.) Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2022/11/11/2223118/senator-warns-government-vs-overborrowing-amid-budget-debates -- © Copyright Philstar 2022-11-11

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. arrived in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, Wednesday evening to attend the 40th and 41st Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summits and Related Summits, his first participation in the summit as Philippine leader. Office of the Press Secretary MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. called on Friday for the Association of Southeast Asian Nations to unite in response to challenges faced by the region, including natural disasters and economic headwinds. In his remarks at the 40th ASEAN Summit in Cambodia, Marcos said there is a need to reassert ASEAN Centrality, or the role of the 10-member regional bloc in security and power dynamics with external states. "It is imperative that we reassert ASEAN Centrality. This in the face of geopolitical dynamics and tensions in the region and the proliferation of Indo-Pacific engagements, including the requests of our dialogue partners for closer partnerships,” Marcos said, according to a readout from the Office of the Press Secretary. Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2022/11/11/2223126/marcos-tackles-unity-myanmar-coup-asean-meet -- © Copyright Philstar 2022-11-11

Composite photo shows Chinese President Xi Jinping and presumptive Philippine President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. OIS / IOC / AFP / Chloe Knott / Ron Lopez MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has accepted Chinese President Xi Jinping’s invitation for him to visit China on a state visit in January, the Office of the Press Secretary said Friday. The OPS said Marcos will be visiting China from “January 3 to 5/6." Under Marcos’ predecessor, former President Rodrigo Duterte, the Philippines pivoted away from its traditional ally, the US, and towards China. Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2022/11/11/2223146/marcos-accepts-xi-invite-visit-china-january -- © Copyright Philstar 2022-11-11

Pattaya prepares to welcome visitors during APEC summit holidays Pattaya City is getting ready for an influx of visitors during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit special holidays. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277495-pattaya-prepares-to-welcome-visitors-during-apec-summit-holidays/

Pattaya City is getting ready for an influx of visitors during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit special holidays. The Thai Cabinet has declared November 16th to 18th during the APEC summit as special holidays in Bangkok, Nonthaburi, and Samut Prakan. In essence, this means a five-day holiday weekend for many in and around Bangkok and those trying to get out of the big city as world leaders converge on Bangkok. Local hotel leaders in Pattaya have already reported strong demand for hotel rooms across Pattaya during the holiday period. Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2022/11/11/pattaya-prepares-to-welcome-visitors-during-apec-summit-holidays/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2022-11-11 - 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!

Bangkok governor invites all to be good hosts of APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting BANGKOK (NNT) - 2022 APEC meetings and events are about to take place during the APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting next week. The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has affirmed that as a co-host, it is ready for the APEC leaders’ week. Bangkok City Hall is also inviting everyone to the APEC 2022 Thailand : Showcase at ICONSIAM. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277494-bangkok-governor-invites-all-to-be-good-hosts-of-apec-economic-leaders’-meeting/

BANGKOK (NNT) - 2022 APEC meetings and events are about to take place during the APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting next week. The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has affirmed that as a co-host, it is ready for the APEC leaders’ week. Bangkok City Hall is also inviting everyone to the APEC 2022 Thailand : Showcase at ICONSIAM. Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt presided over the opening of APEC 2022 Thailand : Showcase at ICONSIAM. He was joined by Tanee Sangrat, director-general of the Department of Information, Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The Bangkok governor said the BMA is honored to be a co-host of the 2022 APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting, an event of global importance. The event also marks Bangkok’s full re-opening after the COVID-19 situation came to pass. Hosting the leaders’ meeting is expected to foster the confidence that investors and the global community have in Thailand. Mr. Chadchart urged everybody in Bangkok to act as good hosts. He said the BMA is responsible for cleanliness and order, and the agency has implemented full efforts for this purpose. Road surfaces in the vicinity of meeting venues have been improved. Decorations were carried out at Queen Sirikit National Convention Center – the main venue for the leaders’ meeting. Joint drills between BMA personnel and security agencies were held to prepare for the mitigation and prevention of disasters. Garbage collectors, cleaners, and janitors have also been trained to help security officials monitor threats or hazards. "APEC 2022 Thailand : Showcase at ICONSIAM" is aimed at improving public appreciation of the hosting of APEC events in 2022. Innovations pertaining to Thailand’s APEC agendas and relevant knowledge are be highlighted at the show. Some of the themes include balanced development that takes into account the economic, social, and environmental fronts. The bio-circular-green (BCG) economy approach and the history and progress of APEC are also some of the highlights. Discussion stages on the topic of the BCG economy, featuring successful SME entrepreneurs, will also be held. The show will be held at ICONSIAM until November 20. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG221111162747306 -- © Copyright NNT 2022-11-11 - 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!

Citrus Extract Spray Prevents Covid, influenza BANGKOK, Nov 11 (TNA) – Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha praised Thai researchers for developing the world’s first nasal spray from citrus extract that protects users from COVID-19, influenza and the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277493-citrus-extract-spray-prevents-covid-influenza/

BANGKOK, Nov 11 (TNA) – Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha praised Thai researchers for developing the world’s first nasal spray from citrus extract that protects users from COVID-19, influenza and the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). Deputy government spokeswoman Rachada Dhnadirek said the prime minister recognized the success of the National Center for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology, the Faculty of Tropical Medicine at Mahidol University, Quantum Biotech Co and Healthlead PCL in developing the world’s first nasal spray, Besuto Qlears, from citrus extract to protect users from the virus that caused respiratory illnesses such as COVID-19, influenza (H1N1) and RSV. The research for the product development was sponsored by the Innovation Technology Assistance Program (iTAP) of the National Science and Technology Development Agency. Full Story: https://tna.mcot.net/english-news-1056166 -- © Copyright Thai News Agency 2022-11-11 - 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!

Immigration Bureau: Foreigners considerably Arrive in the Country BANGKOK, Nov 11 (TNA) – The Immigration Bureau has mobilized its personnel to welcome visitors who are arriving considerably, to prevent congestion at airports. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277492-immigration-bureau-foreigners-considerably-arrive-in-the-country/

BANGKOK, Nov 11 (TNA) – The Immigration Bureau has mobilized its personnel to welcome visitors who are arriving considerably, to prevent congestion at airports. Pol Maj Gen Choengron Rimpadee, spokesman for the Immigration Bureau, said immigration police were fully deployed to receive visitors due to heavy inbound traffic. He was speaking in response to online pictures showing large crowds of visitors waiting for their immigration process in the arrival area of Suvarnabhumi airport on Nov 10. Full Story: https://tna.mcot.net/english-news-1056259 -- © Copyright Thai News Agency 2022-11-11 - 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!

30,000 police officers backed by soldiers to secure Bangkok during APEC week BANGKOK (NNT) - Authorities are now finalizing security measures and protocols for next week’s APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting. The police chief has indicated around 30,000 police officers backed by soldiers will be deployed around Bangkok on the meeting days. Explosive ordinance disposal (EOD) police have carried out a major bomb response demonstration at Queen Sirikit National Convention Center, the venue for the leaders’ meeting. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277491-30000-police-officers-backed-by-soldiers-to-secure-bangkok-during-apec-week/

BANGKOK (NNT) - Authorities are now finalizing security measures and protocols for next week’s APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting. The police chief has indicated around 30,000 police officers backed by soldiers will be deployed around Bangkok on the meeting days. Explosive ordinance disposal (EOD) police have carried out a major bomb response demonstration at Queen Sirikit National Convention Center, the venue for the leaders’ meeting. A demonstration of searches for suspicious objects at the main venue for the APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting was carried out. Police canines and remote-controlled explosive ordinance response robots were used in the demonstration. The robots are able to capture x-ray images of suspicious objects so the operator may determine whether an object is indeed an explosive ordinance. Upon confirmation of an explosive ordinance, the robot can move the object into a collection vehicle that will then move the object to a safe area for disposal. Anti-drone vehicles equipped with radar will secure the meeting venue against aerial drones. Radio jammers will activate when a drone threat is detected by radar. Rapid response units will track down the drone controller and seize the drone in question. The controller will be prosecuted in accordance with the law. Royal Thai Police Commissioner Damrongsak Kittipraphat indicated the police have full confidence over more than 80% of security measures for the APEC leaders’ meeting. He explained that confidence will reach 100% upon adjustments and additional drills and this will be accomplished before the meeting day. The police will deploy almost 30,000 personnel in Bangkok who will be supported by some 2,000 soldiers. In addition to providing security, the police will be facilitating traffic around Bangkok during the APEC leaders’ week. The police chief said vantage points around the meeting venue will be monitored by security officials, including those in plainclothes. Rigorous security will also be provided at the residences and travel routes that will be used by APEC leaders. Pol. Gen. Damrongsak said the movements of various groups, including those which may perpetrate violence, are being closely monitored. However, no movements of concern have been detected. Lessons learned from the unrest in 2019 have also been applied to security measures for next week’s meeting. The police chief asked that the public avoid areas around the meeting venue if they can, as regular traffic may be impacted next week. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG221111162428299 -- © Copyright NNT 2022-11-11 - 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!

Defense minister, in response to House query, says Chinese gray businesses being investigated BANGKOK (NNT) - The House of Representatives today (10 November) discussed shady businesses run by Chinese nationals in Thailand. The defense minister responded to a query on this topic, saying these activities include investment scams, call center gangs, and illicit service venues. More clarity about recent arrests pertaining to these activities is expected next week. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277490-defense-minister-in-response-to-house-query-says-chinese-gray-businesses-being-investigated/

BANGKOK (NNT) - The House of Representatives today (10 November) discussed shady businesses run by Chinese nationals in Thailand. The defense minister responded to a query on this topic, saying these activities include investment scams, call center gangs, and illicit service venues. More clarity about recent arrests pertaining to these activities is expected next week. Maha Sarakham MP Yuttapong Charasathien issued a query for the prime minister asking about progress in the case against Chinese individuals running gray businesses. He said these activities, which impact Thailand’s sovereignty, may be receiving the support of politicians and former police top brass. He also inquired about the case of Chainat Konchayanan, a Chinese man who has made donations to a large political party. In addition, the MP asked about the process and reasons involved in granting Thai citizenship to Mr. Chainat. He said the case impacts national security and public confidence. Deputy Minister of Defense Chaichan Changmongkol responded to the query in place of the prime minister, who was performing duty in Cambodia. Gen. Chaichan said the government does not tolerate foreigners engaging in illicit affairs in Thailand. More clarity about the arrests cited by Mr. Yutthapong is expected to be yielded next week. He said individuals implicated in these cases have already been blacklisted by Interpol. The deputy defense minister said officials have been told to use all available laws to take action against funders of illicit activities that impact national security. According to Gen. Chaichan, the police have determined there are 3 types of ‘gray businesses’ in Thailand run by foreigners. These comprise investment scams, call center gangs, and service venues that sell to specific nationals. He explained that the issue of donations made to a political party will be looked at by the Election Commission. He said the prime minister has ordered an investigation into whether the issuance of citizenship for Mr. Chainat was in accordance with protocol. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG221111121308140 -- © Copyright NNT 2022-11-11 - 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!

Local Thai dishes to feature at APEC Leaders’ reception BANGKOK (NNT) - The upcoming APEC Economic Leaders’ Week will be a golden opportunity for Thailand to show the world its capacities, including the world-famous Thai cuisine. A menu featuring local and innovative dishes has been specially created for the reception dinner of country leaders and businesspersons, all made from locally sourced ingredients. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277489-local-thai-dishes-to-feature-at-apec-leaders’-reception/

BANGKOK (NNT) - The upcoming APEC Economic Leaders’ Week will be a golden opportunity for Thailand to show the world its capacities, including the world-famous Thai cuisine. A menu featuring local and innovative dishes has been specially created for the reception dinner of country leaders and businesspersons, all made from locally sourced ingredients. Local dishes featuring ingredients from all parts of Thailand have been selected for the reception of APEC Economic Leaders’ Week participants, cooked to perfection using traditional and innovative techniques. Chef Chumpol Jangprai has created this special menu to highlight local ingredients and showcase the country’s abundance of food resources. Highlight dishes from this menu include a rainbow lobster from Phuket, which has long been a popular dish among tourists for its firm and tasty meat. A tasting menu featuring local dishes from all regions of Thailand will feature four bite-size dishes served on a map of Thailand. These dishes include crispy Khao Soi noodles from the north, an option between grilled Korat Wagyu beef or grilled catfish with sweet and savory Sadao sauce, river prawn croquette, and Golek chicken. Kratong Thong or bite-size crispy golden cups will be served as an appetizer with farmed caviar from Doi Inthanon Royal Project in Chiang Mai. The dessert will be a reimagining of Khanom Mo Kaeng taro and egg custard dish made into a mille-feuille, served alongside a scoop of ice cream. This dish will be made with low-carb flour, fragrant taro from Saraburi, mountain taro from the northern region, and palm sugar from Phetchaburi. The ingredients used to make all these dishes will be locally sourced from farms in Thailand, including items registered as geographical indication (GI) products, in order to present Thailand’s capacity as the kitchen of the world. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG221111123910151 -- © Copyright NNT 2022-11-11 - 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, Cambodia celebrate long-standing friendship BANGKOK (NNT) - Leaders of Thailand and Cambodia celebrated both countries’ long-standing relations and partnership, and expressed the willingness to extend cooperation in logistics and the suppression of cross-border phone scams. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277486-thailand-cambodia-celebrate-long-standing-friendship/

BANGKOK (NNT) - Leaders of Thailand and Cambodia celebrated both countries’ long-standing relations and partnership, and expressed the willingness to extend cooperation in logistics and the suppression of cross-border phone scams. Thailand’s Prime Minister Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha met with the Prime Minister of Cambodia Hun Sen, in a meeting held during the ASEAN Summit and related meetings in Cambodia. It was the first time the two had a chance to meet since the start of the Covid pandemic. The Thai PM congratulated Cambodia for serving as ASEAN’s chair this year, and thanked the Cambodian PM for accepting the invitation to the APEC Economic Leaders’ Week in Bangkok as a special guest. Gen Prayut on this occasion thanked Hun Sen for his attention and support that helps maintain tight bilateral relations between both countries, saying that he wished to further enhance the relations in all aspects. The Thai PM proposed that Thailand and Cambodia enhance their relations in finance and digital economy, and improve transport connectivity with other neighboring countries. Gen Prayut praised Cambodia’s roles in COVID-19 response, cooperation on social and economic recovery, and its roles in promoting stability, peace, and prosperity in the region. He thanked Cambodia for its collaboration to crack down on scam callers, leading to the rescue of Thai nationals forced to work as phone scammers in Cambodia. The Thai PM said Thailand is willing to give its support and cooperation to tackle this issue at the bilateral and regional levels. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG221111125955159 -- © Copyright NNT 2022-11-11 - 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!

Thais abroad warned not to buy fresh fruit to bring home Thais travelling abroad have been warned not to bring fresh fruit back to Thailand, as they may face legal action. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277484-thais-abroad-warned-not-to-buy-fresh-fruit-to-bring-home/

Thais travelling abroad have been warned not to bring fresh fruit back to Thailand, as they may face legal action. Agriculture Department Director-General Rapeephat Chantarasriwong said that a number of Thais travelling abroad, particularly to Japan and South Korea, have brought fresh fruit, such as grapes and persimmon, back to the country without certificates indicating that it is free from pests and plant diseases. He said that the plant quarantine checkpoints at the Suvarnabhumi airport have confiscated a lot of fresh fruit being brought back by Thai travellers, many of whom claimed they bought them according to advice offered by their guides. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/thais-abroad-warned-not-to-buy-fresh-fruit-to-bring-home/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-11-11 - 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!

Thai police assess potential threats to APEC Summit The Thai police and military intelligence services have collected more than 220,000 items of information in their efforts to assess potential threats to the APEC Summit in Bangkok on November 18th and 19th. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277483-thai-police-assess-potential-threats-to-apec-summit/

The Thai police and military intelligence services have collected more than 220,000 items of information in their efforts to assess potential threats to the APEC Summit in Bangkok on November 18th and 19th. Pol Gen Roy Ingkapairote, the deputy national police chief in charge of security and special operations, said that Royal Thai Police (RTP) and the military intelligence service haveestablished a command centre to assess the security situation,based on information obtained from various sources. One of the sources is the “stop walk and talk” project,initiated by the RTP, in which police approach members of the public and the private sector to seek their views and any information which will be helpful in their assessment of potential security threats. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/thai-police-assess-potential-threats-to-apec-summit/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-11-11 - 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!

Thai teenagers allegedly attack nightclub’s guards on Walking Street A group of roughly thirty teenagers allegedly ganged up on Jannaat Club’s guards and attacked them reportedly for not allowing them to enter the venue at 4 AM after legal closing hours at 2 AM last Tuesday, November 8th. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1277385-thai-teenagers-allegedly-attack-nightclub’s-guards-on-walking-street/

A group of roughly thirty teenagers allegedly ganged up on Jannaat Club’s guards and attacked them reportedly for not allowing them to enter the venue at 4 AM after legal closing hours at 2 AM last Tuesday, November 8th. A large group of teenagers marched to an entrance of the Jannaat Club located on Pattaya Walking Street in South Pattaya at 9.30 PM yesterday, November 9th, and began spitting insults at the guards for not letting them get into the venue the other day, one of the guards told The Pattaya News. A chaotic fight then broke out behind the club, leaving four guards injured. The angry teenagers escaped from the scene, and none of them have been arrested as of press time. The injured guards were aided and taken to a hospital by Sawang Boriboon rescue workers. Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2022/11/10/large-group-of-thai-teenagers-allegedly-attack-nightclubs-guards-on-walking-street-for-denying-them-entry-past-legal-closing-hours/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2022-11-10 - 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!