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Mourners hold placards for slain journalist Percival Mabasa during his funeral at Paranaque, Metro Manila on October 9, 2022. Mabasa, a Philippine radio broadcaster, was shot dead near his home in suburban Manila, police said on October 4, the latest in a long list of journalists killed in the country. AFP / Jam Sta. Rosa MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Justice has asked top forensic pathologist Raquel Fortun to conduct a second autopsy on the body of one of the alleged middlemen in the killing of radio broadcaster Percy Lapid. Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin "Boying" Remulla confirmed this to reporters on Monday. “I have also spoken to her to ask her conduct second autopsy — a validative autopsy. She will also give observations, because that is the agreement that I had with Roy Mabasa, who I spoke to yesterday together with the son of Percy Lapid.” Remulla said. Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2022/10/24/2218963/remulla-forensic-expert-fortun-check-percy-lapid-slay-middlemans-remains -- © Copyright Philstar 2022-10-24

Children aged 5 to 11 years old, accompanied by their guardians, receive COVID-19 vaccine jabs at the Marikina Sports Complex on Friday, Feb. 11, 2022, the fifth day of pediatric vaccination in Metro Manila. The STAR / Walter Bollozos MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines has one million children who have not received a single dose of childhood vaccine, leaving them susceptible to transmission of various life-threatening vaccine-preventable diseases such as polio, measles, and tuberculosis, the United Nations Children's Fund or UNICEF said Monday. In a statement Monday, UNICEF lamented "persistent missed opportunities" that it attributed to "past governance challenges, low demand for services, and disruptions by the COVID-19 pandemic." Pointing to gains over the coronavirus pandemic, though, it said that "the number of adults and children administered the COVID-19 vaccines have shown that the Philippines can reach significant numbers in a short period of time" as it called on the government to prioritize investments and human resources "to reach zero dose children with clear and timebound strategies and targets." Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2022/10/24/2218946/unicef-1-million-children-philippines-have-never-been-vaccinated -- © Copyright Philstar 2022-10-24

Undated file photo shows Police Lt. Gen. Camilo Cascolan. The STAR, file MANILA, Philippines — Groups and healthcare advocates are questioning the qualifications of Philippine National Police chief Camilo Cascolan, among the brains behind the Duterte administration's "war on drugs", as undersecretary at the Department of Health. In a statement, the Alliance of Health Workers called the move a “clear manifestation of the president’s extreme lack of concern for the lives, health, safety and welfare of the health workers and the entire Filipino nation." They also said the appointment "runs counter to DOH mandate of ensuring the provision of quality health service that every Filipino people deserves and in upholding the quality of life, respect for human dignity and protect the health and safety of the health workers." Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2022/10/24/2218942/groups-question-ex-pnp-chief-cascolans-qualifications-doh-post -- © Copyright Philstar 2022-10-24

A member of security looks at the plane of Korean Air flight KE631 with its belly lying on the runway at the airport in Cebu City, central Philippines on October 24, 2022, after it overshot the runway late October 23 while landing in bad weather. A Korean Air plane slid off the runway in central Philippines, causing slight injuries and shutting down the country's second busiest airport, authorities said on October 24. AFP / Alan Tangcawan MANILA, Philippines — A plane of Korean Air overshot the runway of the Mactan-Cebu International Airport late Sunday night, causing the rerouting of some flights and the cancellation of others on Monday morning. The Mactan Cebu Airport said the incident happened at 11:11 p.m. and involved Korean Air flight no. KE631. The plane overshot the runway when it tried to land during heavy rains. 'No one was hurt during the incident. All 162 passengers and 11 crew onboard the A330 aircraft were immediately evacuated and tended to by airport emergency personnel," it added in a statement on Monday morning. Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2022/10/24/2218941/mactan-cebu-airport-closed-flights-after-korea-air-plane-overshoots-runway -- © Copyright Philstar 2022-10-24

Thailand Driven by New Hopes Thai authorities and top-notch business executives are bullish on the post-pandemic economic outlook, driven by signs of recovery in exports and tourism, and new economic directions that will push Thailand towards new chapters in a sustainable manner. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1275695-thailand-driven-by-new-hopes/

Thai authorities and top-notch business executives are bullish on the post-pandemic economic outlook, driven by signs of recovery in exports and tourism, and new economic directions that will push Thailand towards new chapters in a sustainable manner. At “Thailand Focus 2022: The New Hope,” the annual flagship event recently organized by the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET), Minister of Finance Arkhom Termpittayapaisith, Bank of Thailand Governor Dr. Sethaput Suthiwartnarueput, and leading business executives took the stage to create confidence in Thailand’s economy. The event was attended by 154 international investors from 71 institutions. SET President Dr. Pakorn Peetathawatchai said in his welcome remarks that this year’s event demonstrated the resilience of the Thai economy and capital market in withstanding challenges, successfully recovering from the pandemic, and adapting to new opportunities. New businesses for the new economy and global trends are created as all have learned lessons and adapted with sustainability principles in mind. In the opening speech titled “Thailand’s Economic Reopening and Enhancing Competitive Advantage,” Minister Arkhom stressed Thailand’s economic resilience despite the COVID-19 pandemic and geopolitical tensions that push up commodity prices. “Despite fears of world recession, our economy will remain strong with stability, both fiscal and financial,” he said, adding there is an ample room for more stimulus measures and transform the economy in the post-pandemic era. As of June, Thailand’s public debts stood at 61.06 percent of GDP, well below the 70 percent ceiling. As a plus, borrowing cost remains historically low, facilitating the government in financing the debt. Minister Arkhom pointed out the opportunities to adjust policies to address social disparity and climate change impacts. More focus has been put to transform the economy to be more inclusive, balanced, and environmental-friendly, with Bio-Circular-Green Economy (BCG) and commitment to achieve net zero emissions by 2065 at the center. To create more growth in the future, the government will emphasize four areas: 1) continuous investment in physical and non-physical infrastructure; 2) acceleration of Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) with private sector participation; 3) green growth in all sectors; and 4) financial resources mobilization. In his keynote address “Normalizing Policy to Ensure a Smooth Take-off,” Governor Sethaput stressed the need for “gradual and measured” approach based on holistic and integrated monetary and financial policies, under the policy objective to ensure a smooth takeoff and prevent risks that come along the way. “By ‘gradual,’ we don’t see the need to undertake aggressive role or large rate hike in policy meetings. It doesn’t fit with our circumstances. It doesn’t fit with our conditions. ‘Measured’ means policy decision will be calibrated given the economic conditions that prevail at the time,” he said. Meanwhile, inflation is high and expected to remain well above the target until the middle of next year. Governor Sethaput said that the monetary policy is not behind the curve. Specifically, the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) raised the interest rate even when the economy had not yet returned to the pre-COVID level earlier than most countries. Moreover, inflation was totally driven by supply side constraints not demand side pressure, indicating a low chance of wage price spiral. “Aggressive rate hikes, rapid normalization might make senses in some countries. But the right policy response is country specific and should reflect the nature of inflation in the country, the cyclical position of the country, where you are in the economic cycle, and the structural features of the economy,” he concluded. Bangkok Governor Dr. Chadchart Sittipunt gave a speech on “Reopening Bangkok,” where he elaborated the policies that will make the capital city more attractive for both residents, investors and visitors. He said that Bangkok is a wise choice to locate businesses, given its low cost of living compared to some Asian cities, greater mobility, multicultural society and long history that will support work-life balance, as well as other supporting facilities. He vowed to increase green space and deal with corruption and problematic business procedures. New towns linking Bangkok and EEC are envisioned to reap EEC benefits. “Strengthening Thailand Investment Opportunities in Strategic Industries” panel Dr. Ratchanee Wattanawisitporn, Executive Director of Foreign Investment Marketing Division, Board of Investment, elaborated more on BCG model designed to be Thailand’s main economic base that will create unlimited opportunities and generate USD 120.81 billion (THB 4.4 trillion) over the next 6 years. Electric vehicle (EV) is another focus area, with the 30:30 EV Vision to achieve 30 percent of EV production in 2030. Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) Vice Chairman Wiwat Hemmondharop said that the FTI eyes strengthening the economy by leveraging industrial knowhow to lift the agricultural sector to another level. The sector contributes 10 percent of GDP but employs 22 percent of labor force, while the industrial sector contributes 32 percent of GDP and employs 30 percent of labor force. He said that agricultural products accounted for only 6 percent of Thailand’s exports but the sector shows opportunities thanks to plant varieties, while Thai manufacturers are crossing over to next-gen industries that include S-Curve, BCG and those dealing with climate impacts. Thai industrialists are also eager to see Thailand as the center of EV production and see huge opportunities arising from BCG, electronics, medical tourism and robotics. Frasers Property (Thailand) Country Chief Executive Officer Thanapol Sirithanachai said that due to the Zero-COVID policy in China, Chinese investors are moving out to find location that can support their supply chain. Thailand comes third in terms of warehouse location after Singapore and the US, and co-chain facilities that incorporate robotics and house canteen and sport facility are drawing these investors. “Dynamic Growth in the Global Food Tech Industry” panel Charoen Pokphand Foods pcl (CPF) Chief Executive Officer Prasit Boondoungprasert emphasized the need for food companies to embrace technology and innovation, as that will redefine the industry and ensure sufficient food for global population. “The only way to remain competitive is to adopt all technology and innovations available…. Personally, I think we can feed them all because of technological and genetic improvement,” he said. Betagro pcl Chief Executive and President Vasit Taepaisitphongse said that his business group has adopted IoT in the upper value chain and robotics in various stages, which supports production, ensures safety and prevents disease transmission. Betagro is exploring new applicable technology and anticipates the application of more agricultural biotechnology that supports molecular markers, molecular diagnostics and others. “All consumers want food safety and transparency. And blockchain and other innovations can add value to our value chain,” he said. Mega Lifesciences pcl (MEGA) Chief Executive Officer Vivek Dhawan pointed out that all consumers’ concerns about climate and food especially when global population lives longer and non-communicable diseases remain life-threatening as ever. As consumers are concerned about animal health and their own health, that paves way for plant-based food and other products that will make them healthy and are better for the environment. “Thailand-Destination of Living” panel Tourism Authority of Thailand Deputy Governor Siripakorn Cheawsamoot said that Thailand redefined its position to focus more on high-value tourists rather than arrivals. The new tourism ecosystems are to ensure Thailand’s tourism receipts will reach USD 41.19 billion (THB1.5 trillion) from 7-10 million tourists in 2022, compared to USD 82.37 billion (THB 3 trillion) from 3.2 million tourists in 2019. The tourist numbers are expected to hit 20 million in 2023 who will generate USD 65.90 billion (THB 2.4 trillion); and 25 million in 2024 or 64 percent of pre-COVID level who will generate USD 82.37 billion (THB 3 trillion). The “Amazing New Chapters” campaign is planned for 2022-2023, highlighting 5F (including food, festival and films) and 4M (including music and museum), to promote both short-haul and long-haul tourism. “Everything in Thailand has improved after COVID. From A-Z, Thailand has it all.” Origin Property pcl (ORI) Chief Executive Officer Peerapong Jaroon-Ek agreed that Thailand has good food, low cost of living, affordable property prices and very high-standard healthcare. “These can be selling points for a global retirement center,” he said. He said that if Thailand wants to remain the top choice, it should upgrade advanced technology facilities, enhance worker skills, enable service quality to meet world-class standards, and launch policies that will drive demand. Bangkok Dusit Medical Services pcl (BDMS) President Poramaporn Prasarttong-osoth foresees a bright future of medical tourism. In the global stage, Thailand is ranked the third with US$600 million revenue in 2020. Though the pandemic introduced new services like teleconsultation and homecare, it raises awareness in wellness. “Wellness involves real estate, homecare and nutrition. Thailand shows opportunities in all these angles.” Digital Council Thailand Director Atip Asvanund sees Thailand as a new destination for professional expats following the 10-year waiver of capital gains tax for startups that will draw back startups from Singapore as well as the 10-year Long Term Resident Visa. Good news is the government is working on incentives to draw freelance workers. “The only problem is how we can bring expats with digital skills. These policies really help foreigners who want to work in Thailand and Thai professionals who work for a foreign company in a foreign country.” “Delivery of Sustainable Growth with Innovation” panel Bangchak Corporation pcl (BCP) President and Group Chief Executive Officer Chaiwat Kovavisarach said that BCP sets the goal to achieve carbon neutrality in 2030 and Net Zero emissions in 2050. To get there, the government is urged to give a push, by expediting green transition, capping on carbon emissions from heavy emitters, diverting fund to frontier renewable technology and standardizing carbon certification. He added that the energy sector is facing the trilemma concerning the issues of security, affordability and sustainability. In this scenario, BCP sets to be more active in EV charging stations, which are now more than 100 in provinces. It has started bio-based production, community-styled service stations and an electric motorcycle swap scheme targeting 2,000 users in Bangkok this year. These “new economies” are expected to contribute a half of EBITDA in 2030 from one third at present. SCG Packaging pcl (SCGP) Chief Executive Officer Wichan Jitpukdee said that the company has the “ESG 4 Plus” pathway to Net Zero emissions in 2050 that requires the company to achieve Net Zero in 2050, go green with products containing recyclable contents, reskill workforce, embrace collaboration with other partners, and as a plus gain trust through transparency in overall operations. ESG is the heart of SCGP Business Circular Model, resulting in 99 percent of products being recyclable, composable and reusable. With 145 partners, used packaging is collected at 480 drop points and remanufactured. The company is also influencing others through “Community Love Waste” Project, engaging 67 communities in waste segregation and setting the target to achieve 100 percent recyclability in 2025. Gulf Energy Development pcl (GULF) Chief Executive Officer Sarath Ratanavadi said that for sustainability, the company has decided to diversify into infrastructure business. It is taking over a telecom company to gain access to data out of a belief that digitalization will be part of the future as it has been influencing the energy sector in various ways including the calculation of wind turbine sizes. GULF may engage with Blockchain technology or partner with a crypto currency company, as they may play a significant role in the development of future technology. The firm has also invested in venture capitals across the world, focusing on energy and technology. “We have to try to find the balance between the traditional world, the new world and the future world,” he said, adding that otherwise, the company probably cannot catch up with changes that are fast. Source: https://www.thailandnow.in.th/business-investment/thailand-driven-by-new-hopes/ -- © Copyright THAILAND NOW 2022-10-24 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. 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10m meth pills seized in Thailand’s Maha Sarakham and Roi Et provinces Thai police recently seized about 10 million methamphetamine tablets, arrested five suspects and confiscated three vehicles in two separate incidents in the country’s north-eastern provinces. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1275694-10m-meth-pills-seized-in-thailand’s-maha-sarakham-and-roi-et-provinces/

Thai police recently seized about 10 million methamphetamine tablets, arrested five suspects and confiscated three vehicles in two separate incidents in the country’s north-eastern provinces. In the first, a police unit was dispatched to a gas station in Maha Sarakham province, after they were informed that a large haul of meth pills was to be smuggled across the border from Laos, via Mukdahan province and through Roi Et Province, to Maha Sarakham. When two suspect vehicles, a van and a sedan, entered apetrol station, undercover police swooped. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/10m-meth-pills-seized-in-thailands-maha-sarakham-and-roi-et-provinces/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-10-24 - 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. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more!

First cruise ship in three years docks in Phuket today Image Credit: Phuket Public Relations Office The first cruise ship to arrive in Thailand in three years docked at the Patong pier in Phuket today (Monday), to allow about 800 passengers to come ashore for a one-day sightseeing excusion. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1275692-first-cruise-ship-in-three-years-docks-in-phuket-today/

Image Credit: Phuket Public Relations Office The first cruise ship to arrive in Thailand in three years docked at the Patong pier in Phuket today (Monday), to allow about 800 passengers to come ashore for a one-day sightseeing excusion. Phuket Governor Narong Woonsiew and head of the Phuket office of the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), Nanthasiri Ronnasiri, boarded the ship, Spectrum of the Sea, to welcome the passengers. The ship, which had arrived from Singapore, is carrying over4,500 passengers of 55 nationalities, but most are from Singapore, Malaysia, India, the Philippines and Indonesia. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/first-cruise-ship-in-three-years-docks-in-phuket-today/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-10-24 - 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. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more!

Thai PM visits flood victims in Sing Buri Province Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha flew to Sing Buri province today (Monday). His helicopter first landed in a stadium, belonging to the Sing Buri Provincial Administrative Organisation, for a briefing from officials on the flooding and relief being provided to its victims. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1275691-thai-pm-visits-flood-victims-in-sing-buri-province/

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha flew to Sing Buri province today (Monday). His helicopter first landed in a stadium, belonging to the Sing Buri Provincial Administrative Organisation, for a briefing from officials on the flooding and relief being provided to its victims. Then, he and his entourage proceeded to visit flood victims in Bang Karbue sub-district, Pikul Thong Temple in Tha Chang district and Village 3 in Pikul Thong sub-district at the end of his inspection trip. Sing Buri is one of the most heavily-flooded provinces in the central region. The floods were caused by overflows from the Chao Phraya River. In Buri, Muang, Tha Chang, Phrom Buri, Bang Rachan and Khai Bang Rachan districts have been affected. 19,587 households in 148 villages have been inundated. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/thai-pm-visits-flood-victims-in-sing-buri-province/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-10-24 - 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. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more!

Thai FDA urges Mie Sedaap distributor to order sales suspension of all flavours available PHOTO: Mi Sedaap TH - หมี่ซีดาพ The Thai Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Friday, October 21st, ordered a selling suspension of all Mie Sedaap instant noodles from Indonesia, after they detected ethylene oxide, a substance commonly found in pesticides, in Mie Sedaap flavours sold in Thailand. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1275476-thai-fda-urges-mie-sedaap-distributor-to-order-sales-suspension-of-all-flavours-available/

PHOTO: Mi Sedaap TH - หมี่ซีดาพ The Thai Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Friday, October 21st, ordered a selling suspension of all Mie Sedaap instant noodles from Indonesia, after they detected ethylene oxide, a substance commonly found in pesticides, in Mie Sedaap flavours sold in Thailand. The FDA conducted the test after the Singapore Food Agency reported the presence of ethylene oxide in Mie Sedaap Korean Spicy Soup instant noodles and Korean Spicy Chicken instant noodles on October 6th. Later, the Thai FDA initially stated that the exact flavours were not imported to Thai market. However, the flavours sold in Thailand were initially taken for a test. Two lots of Mie Sedaap Korean Spicy Chicken, one dated 25 Nov 21 and expired 25 Nov 22 and another one dated 07 Dec 21 and expired 07 Dec 22, found the presence of the dangerous substance. Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2022/10/21/thai-fda-urges-mie-sedaap-distributor-to-order-sales-suspension-of-all-flavours-available-in-thailand-after-pesticide-ethylene-oxide-allegedly-found-in-initial-lab-test/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2022-10-21 - 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!

Pattaya ready for three day holiday weekend, Diwali, food festivals Starting tomorrow, Saturday October 22nd, is a three day holiday weekend in Thailand as Monday is a national holiday. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1275474-pattaya-ready-for-three-day-holiday-weekend-diwali-food-festivals/

Starting tomorrow, Saturday October 22nd, is a three day holiday weekend in Thailand as Monday is a national holiday. Sunday, October 23rd is King Chulalongkorn day, or Rama V. However, the observed day will be Monday, October 24th. Government offices, including Immigration, will be closed this day and for many it is a day off. For more about this holiday click here. Also Monday, but not part of the Thai holidays, is Diwali (or Deepavali), for many Indians and those who are Hindu, Jain, or Sikh one of if not the biggest holiday of the year. This day is sure to see Indian themed restaurants and clubs packed with excited Indian tourists as well as Indian expats and Thai-Indians. There will also be many religious ceremonies and events by those who mark this day across Thailand. Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2022/10/21/pattaya-ready-for-three-day-holiday-weekend-diwali-food-festivals/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2022-10-21 - 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!

Former school director gets 192 years in prison over school lunch scandal The former director of a kindergarten, in Thailand’s southern province of Nakhon Si Thammarat, has been sentenced to 192 years in prison, without suspension, for cheating children out of their free lunch funding, by providing them with just rice noodles and fish sauce. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1275473-former-school-director-gets-192-years-in-prison-over-school-lunch-scandal/

The former director of a kindergarten, in Thailand’s southern province of Nakhon Si Thammarat, has been sentenced to 192 years in prison, without suspension, for cheating children out of their free lunch funding, by providing them with just rice noodles and fish sauce. The court found Somchao Sitthichen, former director of Ban Tha Mai School in Tha Chana District guilty on 77 counts of fraud and sentenced him to five years on each count, or 385 years in total. Due to his confession, however, the sentence was commuted to 192 years and six months. Nonetheless, according to the Criminal Code, the maximum imprisonment permissible by law is 50 years. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/former-school-director-gets-192-years-in-prison-over-school-lunch-scandal/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-10-21 - 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!

79-year-old grandma tragically murdered by her drug-crazed grandson A grandson, who was high on illegal drugs, brutally beat his 79-year-old defenseless grandma to death with a spade and a rusty cleaver in Chonburi, according to a police report. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1275471-79-year-old-grandma-tragically-murdered-by-her-drug-crazed-grandson/

A grandson, who was high on illegal drugs, brutally beat his 79-year-old defenseless grandma to death with a spade and a rusty cleaver in Chonburi, according to a police report. The heartbreaking incident took place at a house in the Khlong Kio subdistrict of Ban Bueng district, Chonburi, yesterday, October 20th. Khlong Kio police and rescue workers rushed to the one-storey house to try to stop a violent incident involving a 30-year-old grandson who allegedly beat his grandmother while under the influence of illegal drugs. Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2022/10/21/79-year-old-grandma-tragically-murdered-by-her-drug-crazed-grandson-in-chonburi/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2022-10-21 - 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!

The 160-year-old Ho Chi Minh City Hospital for Tropical Diseases, a major public facility in southern Vietnam, has been degraded over time due to planning issues. HCMC Hospital for Tropical Diseases, Vietnam's oldest, was established in 1861 under the name Cho Quan. In 1972, a six-floor building (white) was added to serve patients at the hospital, making it the most advanced healthcare facility in southern Vietnam. It now remains a leading hospital in the south, especially for treating infectious diseases like Covid-19 or monkeypox. Full Story: https://e.vnexpress.net/photo/news/vietnams-oldest-hospital-strained-without-renovation-4525737.html -- © Copyright VN Express 2022-10-21

Chickens are seen at a farm in Hanoi, Vietnam, April 24, 2018. Photo by Reuters/Kham A 5-year-old girl in the northern Phu Tho Province has become Vietnam's first human case of A/H5 avian flu since 2014, the health ministry said Thursday. Tran Nhu Duong, deputy head of the National Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, said a team has been sent to where the girl lives, and in cooperation with the Department of Animal Health, the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development and local authorities, they have performed a medical investigation regarding the case. 65 samples of those who've had contact with the patient have all returned negative with the A/H5 virus, and their health is normal. It has not been confirmed how the girl got infected in the first place. Full Story: https://e.vnexpress.net/news/news/vietnam-records-first-human-case-of-avian-flu-a-h5-in-8-years-4526014.html -- © Copyright VN Express 2022-10-21

Chickens are raised in a shed. Illustration photo by Shutterstock/Sodel Vladyslav Vietnam's first recorded human case of A/H5 avian flu in eight years had consumed sick poultry a week before her first symptoms appeared, the local CDC said Friday. The patient, a 5-year-old girl in the northern Phu Tho Province, had consumed the meat of sick chickens and ducks beforehand. On Oct. 5, she began to cough and suffered a fever, with family medicines proving ineffective. Two days later, her skin and eyes began to turn yellow and she began to vomit. She was taken to the Thanh Ba District medical center, where doctors diagnosed her with acute liver and kidney failure, the cause of which has yet to be confirmed. Full Story: https://e.vnexpress.net/news/news/girl-contracts-avian-flu-after-ingesting-sick-poultry-4526255.html -- © Copyright VN Express 2022-10-21

Vietnam National Hospital of Pediatrics has recorded two cot deaths involving babies aged 3 and 6 months old within the past week. The first case involved a 6-month baby boy who was put to sleep on his own in a room after he had been fed. By the time he finished his meal, the boy was completely healthy and normal, as his family recalled. Full Story: https://e.vnexpress.net/news/news/cot-death-kills-two-babies-in-hanoi-4526194.html -- © Copyright VN Express 2022-10-21

Interior Secretary Benhur Abalos speaks to 39-year-old Joel Estorial, the alleged gunman in the killing of radio commentator Percy Lapid who is said to have surrendered to police Monday. Philstar.com screenshot / PNP MANILA, Philippines — The Department of the Interior and Local Government has ordered the Philippine National Police to tighten security measures to ensure the safety of Joel Escorial, the confessed gunman of radio journalist Percy Lapid. This comes after Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla disclosed on Thursday that the supposed middleman who arranged the killing of Lapid from inside the national penitentiary died on October 18. "I am instructing the PNP to tighten surveillance on Joel Escorial after the incident with his contacts in Bilibid. Let's ensure his safety because he is the key to solving this case," said Abalos in a statement sent to reporters Friday. Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2022/10/21/2218317/dilg-orders-pnp-tighten-security-around-lapid-gunman -- © Copyright Philstar 2022-10-21