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Trung Nam Solar Power Plant in Ninh Thuan Province. Photo courtesy of Trung Nam Group Vietnam has cut the utilization rate of power produced at its largest solar farm by 40% due to the lack of a pricing mechanism in place, authorities said on Tuesday, in a move that could be a blow to the country's drive to increase the use of renewable energy. The power trading unit of state-owned utility EVN had cut the utilization rate to 278 megawatts (MW) from 450 MW at the Trung Nam - Thuan Nam solar power plant in the province of Ninh Thuan, the government said in a news release. Vietnam, which last year pledged to become carbon-neutral by 2050, is seeking to increase its installed power generation capacity with a focus on renewables. Full Story: https://e.vnexpress.net/news/news/vietnam-slashes-power-usage-at-its-largest-solar-farm-4511015.html -- © Copyright VN Express 2022-09-14

While the tide rose to 1.6 m on Tuesday and flooded many streets, it was just another day for HCMC residents. From 5 p.m. onwards the rising waters caused streets like Tran Xuan Soan and Huynh Tan Phat in District 7, Nguyen Van Huong in Thu Duc City and Le Van Luong in Nha Be to be flooded, impeding traffic. On Tran Xuan Soan Street, water from the Te Canal seeped onto the road, and within an hour the entire kilometer-long street, was inundated. Full Story: https://e.vnexpress.net/photo/news/life-goes-on-as-high-tides-flood-hcmc-4511083.html -- © Copyright VN Express 2022-09-14

Wine jars distilled with wild animals at an apartment in Hanoi's Ha Dong District, September 13, 2022. Photo by VnExpress/Huy Manh More than 100 jars of rice wine distilled with pythons, large lizards, cobras and deer have been found at two condo apartments in Hanoi. The wine had been put up for sale at the two apartments in La Khe Ward of Hanoi's Ha Dong District. The owners of the wine could not provide legal papers proving the origins of the product. Full Story: https://e.vnexpress.net/news/news/hanoi-police-seize-100-rice-wine-jars-containing-wild-animals-4511213.html -- © Copyright VN Express 2022-09-14

MANILA, Philippines — In a replay of the Office of the President's budget briefing, the House appropriations panel approved the proposed 2.37 billion budget of the Office of the Vice President in under ten minutes without any questions or contentions. Minority Leader Marcelino Libanan moved to terminate the budget hearings immediately after a short speech by Rep. Elizaldy Co (Ako Bicol Party-list), who chairs the committee. "As a courtesy of the whole House of Representatives to extend to the Office of the Vice President, I move that we terminate the budget briefing of the Office of the Vice President," he said. Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2022/09/14/2209638/office-president-hearings-house-panel-approves-ovps-budget-7-minutes -- © Copyright Philstar 2022-09-14

Secretary of Justice Jesus Crispin "Boying" Remulla speaks in front of of DOJ employees during his first flag ceremony as justice secretary on July 4, 2022. In his speech Remulla has identified three attached agencies of the department that need their help. Philstar.com / EC Toledo MANILA, Philippines — The congressional Commission on Appointments on Wednesday afternoon confirmed the appointment of Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla. The influential bicameral panel has the constitutional duty to screen and either approve or disapprove the appointments of heads of government departments, diplomats and high-ranking military officials. "We believe that the DOJ, through the leadership of Secretary Remulla will give justice to every man, woman and child, no matter what the circumstance of birth, no matter the economic standing,” Sen. Francis Tolentino, who moved for the recommendation of Remulla’s appointment, said. Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2022/09/14/2209675/justice-secretary-remulla-secures-commission-appointments-nod -- © Copyright Philstar 2022-09-14

Face mask-clad pedestrians cross a road in Manila on September 12, 2022. The Philippines on September 12 lifted a requirement for masks to be worn outdoors, more than two years after imposing the ruling as part of health measures against the Covid-19 coronavirus. AFP / Ted Aljibe MANILA, Philippines — The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority encouraged the public to continue wearing masks outdoors, noting that face coverings not only protect people from the virus that causes COVID-19 but also from pollution. “The MMDA strongly enjoins the public, particularly those who are not fully-vaccinated, immunocompromised, and the senior citizens to continue wearing face masks whether indoor or outdoor for it helps minimize our risk from getting infected with the virus and stop its further transmission,” the agency said Wednesday. The reminder came after President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. lifted the compulsory wearing of masks outdoors, except in areas where people cannot observe social distancing. People are still required to wear masks in indoor establishments and public transportation. Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2022/09/14/2209668/protection-vs-covid-pollution-mmda-urges-public-continue-wearing-masks-outdoors -- © Copyright Philstar 2022-09-14

In this February 2021 file photo, French nuclear attack submarine SNA Emeraude conducts a patrol through the South China Sea accompanied by support ship BSAM Seine. Defence Minister Florence Parly official Twitter account MANILA, Philippines — As talks between the two countries continue, France on Tuesday said it is "more than ready" to help and work with the Philippines on plans to include submarines in its fleet. Other countries in Southeast Asia — Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore and Vietnam had them as of 2015 — already operate submarines. Myanmar took delivery of a China-made one in late 2021. "France is obviously committed to work more closely with the Philippines and have a more strategic relations with the Philippines so, of course, we are ready," French Ambassador Michèle Boccoz said in a press briefing on Wednesday during its Naval Day Symposium. Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2022/09/14/2209674/france-says-ready-help-philippine-navy-dream-having-submarines -- © Copyright Philstar 2022-09-14

Vendors sell a variety of rice products at the Baguio City Market on May 25, 2022. STAR / Andy Zapata Jr. MANILA, Philippines — Lowering the price of rice to P20 per kilo is possible but it won't be easy and may take time, President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. said. In an interview with celebrity vlogger Toni Gonzaga aired over ALLTV on Tuesday, Marcos said some measures have to be undertaken to bring down the price of rice to that level, one of his promises during the 2022 presidential race. "There's a way to do it but it will take a while. We have to return NFA (National Food Authority) to its old function, not so much importation but really the buying," Marcos, also the agriculture secretary, said. Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2022/09/14/2209687/marcos-rice-p20-pero-kilo-possible-not-right-away -- © Copyright Philstar 2022-09-14

BANGKOK (NNT) - The Cabinet approved two measures to help mitigate the energy crisis, covering diesel and electricity, targeting primarily lower-income earners. The Cabinet in a weekly meeting approved a set of mitigating measures for the energy crisis, including special electricity rates and an extension of the special excise tax rate for diesel. Proposed by the Ministry of Energy, a special electricity rate scheme will be offered to households based on their electricity consumption. Households consuming up to 300 electricity units per month will be eligible for a 0.92 baht per unit discount. Households with higher electricity consumption of up to 500 units per month will receive discounts for the Ft tariff based on their consumption rate, namely a 75% or 0.515 baht per unit discount for households consuming 301-350 units per month, a 45% or 0.309 baht discount for households consuming 351-400 units per month, and a 15% or 0.103 baht per unit discount for households consuming 401-500 units per month. These reduced electricity rates will be provided for 4 months from September to December this year. Some 9.13 billion baht of government funding is expected to be used to help around 21.46 million people. Other campaigns approved by the Cabinet include the 2-month extension for the current 5 baht diesel oil excise tax, now valid until 20 November, and a 6-month excise tax waiver for B0 diesel for electricity generation, valid until 15 March 2023. These campaigns are expected to help mitigate the impacts faced by the general public and businesses amidst the energy crisis. The excise tax schemes alone are expected to cost the Excise Department a 20 billion baht revenue loss. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG220914090654241 -- © Copyright NNT 2022-09-14 - 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!

PRD Organizes Event to Promote APEC Summit BANGKOK (NNT) - The Public Relations Department (PRD) has organized the "Thai Ready APEC Ready" event to showcase Thailand’s readiness to host the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in November. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1271847-prd-organizes-event-to-promote-apec-summit/

BANGKOK (NNT) - The Public Relations Department (PRD) has organized the "Thai Ready APEC Ready" event to showcase Thailand’s readiness to host the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in November. The event, presided over by Minister to the Prime Minister’s Office Anucha Nakasai on the morning of September 14, 2022 at Conrad Bangkok Hotel, promotes the concept of “Open. Connect. Balance.” and facilitating trade and investment opportunities between member economies and nations worldwide. A group of PRD officials and representatives has also been scheduled to participate in the event. The delegation comprises Komsan Saelee, Khemanit Jamikorn, Chef Chumpol Jangprai, Anchilee Scott-Kemmis, Tharina Botes, Titipun Tubthong, Khemupsorn Sirisukha, Aukrit Unahalekhaka and Suppasit Jongcheveevat. The gathering aimed to support Thailand’s future economic growth through responsible business operations and campaigns to promote food security and the well-being of all APEC citizens. As APEC 2022 host, Thailand is moving forward with developing environmental management systems under the Bio-Circular-Green economy (BCG) concept. This will be featured through APEC-related presentations and activities hosted between September and November. Additional activities are planned to demonstrate Thailand’s soft power between now and the APEC Summit running from November 18-19, 2022, under the theme "Thai Ready APEC Ready." Visit www.APEC2022.prd.go.th or www.facebook.com/APECThaiPrompt for the latest information on the APEC 2022 Thailand conference. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG220914163701449 -- © Copyright NNT 2022-09-14 - 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!

6 agencies enact MOU to facilitate forensic evidence collection and examination BANGKOK (NNT) - 6 agencies are joining hands to improve the forensic evidence collection and examination procedure. The hope is for this effort to promote correct and effective uses of forensic evidence in criminal cases. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1271846-6-agencies-enact-mou-to-facilitate-forensic-evidence-collection-and-examination/

BANGKOK (NNT) - 6 agencies are joining hands to improve the forensic evidence collection and examination procedure. The hope is for this effort to promote correct and effective uses of forensic evidence in criminal cases. The justice, interior, public health, and defense ministries are among the 6 agencies involved in this endeavor. The Office of the Attorney General and the Forensic Physician Association of Thailand are also involved. Together, they will establish a training curriculum, a preliminary knowledge handbook, and guidelines for forensic investigation and the application of relevant laws. This would improve the capacity of personnel at each of the six agencies in dealing with forensic evidence and investigation. The cooperation also extends to the setting up of provincial justice administration committees. Interrogation and case initiation require evidence to be presented in the case archive. Forensic evidence is a crucial type of evidence that necessitates the correct handling of evidence at the crime scene. Said evidence must be assessed via the correct methods by forensic specialists. Lack of supervision of said evidence by a forensic doctor may result in errors and affect the justice process. Health ministry deputy permanent secretary Thongchai Kiratihatthayakorn said support will be given in the aspects of autopsies and evidence delivery. Hospitals under the health ministry will also supply forensic doctors for teleconsultation sessions. These doctors will provide relevant information for cases where the cause of death is unclear. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG220914120020316 -- © Copyright NNT 2022-09-14 - 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!

TISI rises for 3rd month in August but FTI does not paint rosy picture BANGKOK (NNT) - The Thai Industries Sentiment Index (TISI) improved in August. This revelation follows the improvement seen in August’s consumer confidence index. Nonetheless, the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) warns that the global economic slowdown needs to be watched carefully. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1271845-tisi-rises-for-3rd-month-in-august-but-fti-does-not-paint-rosy-picture/

BANGKOK (NNT) - The Thai Industries Sentiment Index (TISI) improved in August. This revelation follows the improvement seen in August’s consumer confidence index. Nonetheless, the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) warns that the global economic slowdown needs to be watched carefully. The TISI stood at 90.5 in August, having increased for the third month in a row thanks mainly to domestic factors. These include economic activity returning to near normal levels and an improvement in domestic consumption. These developments are reflected in an expansion of demand for goods from the industrial sector. Meanwhile, the tourism sector is emitting signs of improvement after the termination of the Thailand Pass system and the extension of the We Travel Together scheme. Federation of Thai Industries Chairman Kriengkrai Thiennukul said negative factors arising from the global economic slowdown need to be followed up on. This is especially true about the matter of inflation in Thailand’s crucial trade partners such as the United States and Europe. Uncertainties still surround the Russia-Ukraine conflict while the semiconductor shortage is still having an impact on goods production. Mr. Kriengkrai said the shortage’s impacts on electrical appliances, electronics, and certain models of automobiles are negative factors for Thailand’s export sector. The FTI chairman said although the TISI has risen, businesses view that the Thai economy will expand slowly. Meanwhile, businesses are concerned about the minimum wage hike on October 1 and the increase in the electricity charge during the September-December billing cycle. These developments are expected to raise costs for businesses and the private sector is therefore calling on the government to issue amelioration measures. Mr. Kriengkrai said these measures might take the forms of a power bill discount for SMEs, subsidized hiring of labor, and facilitation of migrant labor importation. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG220914113818302 -- © Copyright NNT 2022-09-14 - 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!

August Consumer Confidence Index reaches 8-month high in Aug BANGKOK (NNT) - Thailand’s Consumer Confidence Index reached an 8-month high, according to the University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce, thanks to the relaxation of COVID-19 measures and the efforts to boost the general public’s purchasing power. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1271844-august-consumer-confidence-index-reaches-8-month-high-in-aug/

BANGKOK (NNT) - Thailand’s Consumer Confidence Index reached an 8-month high, according to the University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce, thanks to the relaxation of COVID-19 measures and the efforts to boost the general public’s purchasing power. The University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce (UTCC) has announced the August 2022 Consumer Confidence Index score of 43.7, an 8-month high since February. Mr. Thanavath Phonvichai, UTCC President and Chief Advisor to the university’s Center for Economic and Business Forecasting (CEBF), said consumers start to notice a slight economic recovery as the COVID-19 situation in Thailand starts to wind down, together with the relaxation of measures allowing businesses to operate as usual. The lowering of oil prices and the relaxation of rules for international travelers have contributed to improved consumer confidence, as well as the government’s economic measures including the co-pay and state welfare campaigns. The overall consumer confidence also saw a boost from the growing export sector and higher farm product prices. The CEBF expects the Thai economy this year to grow within the margin of 3-3.5%. The center believes the minimum wage increase will drive economic recovery, whereas the flooding disaster should not affect the expected growth. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG220914111757290 -- © Copyright NNT 2022-09-14 - 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!

OPM grants aid to Covid-infected health professionals BANGKOK (NNT) - The Office of the Prime Minister has granted aid money to health professionals who contracted COVID-19 from their work. These payments were made through a fundraising account set up by the Prime Minister’s office. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1271842-opm-grants-aid-to-covid-infected-health-professionals/

BANGKOK (NNT) - The Office of the Prime Minister has granted aid money to health professionals who contracted COVID-19 from their work. These payments were made through a fundraising account set up by the Prime Minister’s office. The Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) delivered aid money to 137 health professionals who contracted COVID-19 while on duty, in a ceremony presided over by Deputy Prime Minister Wissanu Krea-ngam. The payments for these 137 health workers, at 2.14 million baht in total, are the second round of payment from the Office of the Prime Minister’s fundraising account to support health professionals affected by their work during the pandemic. The office has so far paid a total of 10.245 million baht for 300 health workers. Health professionals who received the compensation are from the Ministry of Public Health, the Department of Corrections, the Royal Thai Army Medical Department, and the Naval Medical Department. OPM Permanent Secretary Theerapat Prayurasiddhi said the compensations granted are donations from the general public, private firms, and organizations, as well as government officials including the Prime Minister and members of the Cabinet. The fundraising account is still accepting donations, which can be made by making a bank transfer or deposit to Krungthai Bank account number 067-0-13829-0. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG220914095212257 -- © Copyright NNT 2022-09-14 - 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!

No Actor ‘K’ among Suspects in Forex-3D Ponzi Scheme BANGKOK, Sept 14 (TNA) – The secretary to the justice minister said actor “K” was not among suspects in the Forex-3D Ponzi scheme now under investigation by the Department of Special Investigation and no one filed a complaint against him. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1271841-no-actor-‘k’-among-suspects-in-forex-3d-ponzi-scheme/

BANGKOK, Sept 14 (TNA) – The secretary to the justice minister said actor “K” was not among suspects in the Forex-3D Ponzi scheme now under investigation by the Department of Special Investigation and no one filed a complaint against him. Thanakrit Jitareerat, secretary to Justice Minister Somsak Thepsuthin said the DSI did not find the actor or any associate as a suspect in the case based on complaints from more than 10,000 people damaged in the fraudulent scheme. Mr Thanakrit responded to the allegation that actor “K” was among the people who had persuaded others to invest in the Ponzi scheme but did not face any legal action. Full Story: https://tna.mcot.net/english-news-1017598 -- © Copyright Thai News Agency 2022-09-14 - 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!

Many stray dogs and cats at Sri Racha temple sterilized and vaccinated PHOTO: ประชาชาตินิวส์ ทีวี ภูมิภาค A large number of stray dogs and cats that were inhabiting a temple in Sri Racha were sterilized and vaccinated to prevent various diseases. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1271840-many-stray-dogs-and-cats-at-sri-racha-temple-sterilized-and-vaccinated/

PHOTO: ประชาชาตินิวส์ ทีวี ภูมิภาค A large number of stray dogs and cats that were inhabiting a temple in Sri Racha were sterilized and vaccinated to prevent various diseases. The vaccination and sterilization site was set up at the Wat Phan Sadet Nai temple in Sri Racha, Chonburi, yesterday, September 13th, by the Chonburi Provincial Livestock Office. The event is one of the attempts to rein in the stray animal population in Sri Racha, which is among the districts most infested with stray animals, according to the attending veterinarians. Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2022/09/14/many-stray-dogs-and-cats-at-sri-racha-temple-sterilized-and-vaccinated/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2022-09-14 - 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 Music on the Beach to take place on September 18th Pattaya City is preparing for another music event, “Pattaya Music on the Beach,” which will take place next Sunday, September 18th. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1271839-pattaya-music-on-the-beach-to-take-place-on-september-18th/

Pattaya City is preparing for another music event, “Pattaya Music on the Beach,” which will take place next Sunday, September 18th. The event was officially announced yesterday, September 13th, by Pattaya Mayor Poramase Ngampiches at Pattaya Terminal 21. According to him, Music on the Beach is another spectacular music event that is aimed at uplifting tourism and generating revenue for local businesses after almost two years of forced closure due to COVID-19. The Pattaya Music on the Beach is set to happen on Pattaya Beach Sunday, September 18th. The Pattaya News will provide a full schedule, an artist lineup, and a possible road closure detail once they are available. Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2022/09/14/pattaya-music-on-the-beach-to-take-place-on-september-18th/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2022-09-14 - 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!