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Suspended Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha has insisted that his 8-year term in the job did not expire on August 24th, as posited by opposition parties, because his term should be counted from when the 2017 Constitution (B.E. 2560) came into force, on April 6th, 2017. In what is believed to be his written statement to the Constitutional Court, which was leaked today, he claims that his first term, under the Interim 2014 Constitution (B.E. 2557) expired along with the replacement of the interim charter by the 2017 Constitution. He claimed that Section 158 (paragraph 4), regarding the restriction of legal rights, does not clearly specify that it also applies to the premiership under previous charters and, in accordance with the principle of legal interpretation, if a charter does not clearly stipulate that a legal right is to be restricted, it cannot be interpreted in a way in which that right is restricted. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/suspended-thai-pm-insists-his-term-in-office-has-not-yet-expired/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-09-07 - 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 Public Health Ministry to procure 3 million doses of Pfizer vaccine for young children A vial labelled “Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine” is seen in this illustration taken January 16, 2022. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration The Ministry of Public Health will sign a deal with Pfizer (Thailand) for three million doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine which is approved for use in children aged between six months and five years. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1271202-thai-public-health-ministry-to-procure-3-million-doses-of-pfizer-vaccine-for-young-children/

A vial labelled “Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine” is seen in this illustration taken January 16, 2022. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration The Ministry of Public Health will sign a deal with Pfizer (Thailand) for three million doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine which is approved for use in children aged between six months and five years. Public Health Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said today (Wednesday) that the first shipment of the vaccine is expected in October, which is faster than usual because the Disease Control Department had already issued a purchase order, which was approved by the cabinet. He said that young children are at high risk of being infected with COVID-19 because they do not yet have the ability to protect themselves. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/thai-public-health-ministry-to-procure-3-million-doses-of-pfizer-vaccine-for-young-children/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-09-07 - 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!

Several areas facing flooding this morning after constant heavy rains Several areas across the country are facing flooding and flash floods on Wednesday, September 7th, after the heavy and constant rain battered most parts of Thailand on Tuesday evening. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1271200-several-areas-facing-flooding-this-morning-after-constant-heavy-rains/

Several areas across the country are facing flooding and flash floods on Wednesday, September 7th, after the heavy and constant rain battered most parts of Thailand on Tuesday evening. In Bangkok, a high level of floodwater was accumulated in many areas, causing heavy traffic and congestion since yesterday, particularly on major roads including Vibhavadi Rangsit, Chaengwattana, Ngamwongwan, Phaholyothin, and Srinakarin. And due to flooding which caused traveling difficulty, Kasetsart University Laboratory School Center for Educational Research and Development in the Chatuchak district was ordered to close for one day. Teaching online was applied in all classes on Wednesday. Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2022/09/07/several-areas-facing-flooding-this-morning-after-constant-heavy-rains-batter-most-parts-of-thailand-on-tuesday-evening/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2022-09-07 - 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!

BMA ordered to pay to BTS amounts outstanding for Green Line extensions Thailand’s Central Administrative Court issued a ruling today (Wednesday), ordering the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) and its investment arm, Krungthep Thanakom Company, to pay Bangkok Mass Transit System Public Company (BTS) a total of 11.754 billion baht for the first and second extensions of the Green Line within 180 days. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1271199-bma-ordered-to-pay-to-bts-amounts-outstanding-for-green-line-extensions/

Thailand’s Central Administrative Court issued a ruling today (Wednesday), ordering the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) and its investment arm, Krungthep Thanakom Company, to pay Bangkok Mass Transit System Public Company (BTS) a total of 11.754 billion baht for the first and second extensions of the Green Line within 180 days. The first extension is from Taksin to Wongwian Yai and Bang Wa and from On Nut to Bearing. According to the court, the BMA and Krungthep Thanakom owed BTS 2.348 billion baht, including interest, for the period of May 2019 to May 2021. The second extension is from Bearing to Kheha in Samut Prakan and from Mo Chit to Khu Khot in Pathum Thani province. The BMA and Krungthep Thanakom have an outstanding debt to BTS for the period of April 2017 to May 2021, amounting to 9.406 billion baht, including interest. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/bma-ordered-to-pay-to-bts-amounts-outstanding-for-green-line-extensions/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-09-07 - 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!

Thirteen fire trucks were sent to battle the fire engulfing a karaoke parlor in Binh Duong Province on Tuesday night. Fire trucks are seen from above on Tran Quang Dieu Street in An Phu Ward of Thuan An Town, 50 minutes drive from Ho Chi Minh City. The fire broke out at An Phu karaoke parlor around 9 p.m. on Tuesday and spread quickly. Full Story: https://e.vnexpress.net/photo/news/aftermath-of-karaoke-fire-that-killed-23-in-binh-duong-4508425.html -- © Copyright VN Express 2022-09-07

Le Minh Tri speaks at a trial that is held online in Binh Thuan Province, September 6, 2022. Photo by VnExpress/Tu Huynh A 22-year-old man in central Binh Thuan Province was sentenced to life imprisonment for transporting 1.2 kilograms of heroin and meth. A court in Binh Thuan on Tuesday handed the sentence to Le Minh Tri, 22, for "illegal transportation of narcotic substances." The verdict stated that on Jan. 25, Tri received a call at home in Binh Thuan from a woman identified only by her first name, Mai, who asked him to collect a package containing drugs from Ho Chi Minh City. Full Story: https://e.vnexpress.net/news/news/man-gets-life-in-jail-after-transporting-drugs-for-85-4507946.html -- © Copyright VN Express 2022-09-07

Commission on Elections chairperson George Garcia and Civil Service Commission chairperson Karlo Nograles Senate PRIB MANILA, Philippines — Once bypassed by the Commission on Appointments, Commission on Elections chairperson George Garcia and Civil Service Commission chairperson Karlo Nograles have secured the approval of the powerful body that vets presidential appointments. The CA confirmed Wednesday the appointments of Garcia and Nograles, who in June were bypassed as the body did not act on their appointment by then President Rodrigo Duterte due to a lack of quorum. When President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. took office, he reappointed Garcia and Nograles to the Comelec and the CSC, respectively. Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2022/09/07/2208066/comelecs-garcia-cscs-nograles-get-ca-nod-after-bypass -- © Copyright Philstar 2022-09-07

This September 7, 2022 photo shows the position and track of a tropical storm forecast to enter the Philippine Area of Responsibility. PAGASA MANILA, Philippines — A tropical cyclone forecast to enter the Philippine Area of Responsibility has intensified into a tropical storm ahead of its entry, state weather bureau PAGASA said Wednesday. The tropical storm was last seen 1,445 kilometers east of Northern Luzon, with peak winds of 65 kph near the center and gusts of up to 80 kph. Moving southwestward at 25 kph, the cyclone is forecast to enter PAR Wednesday afternoon or evening. Once it does, it will be called “Inday.” Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2022/09/07/2208050/cyclone-forecast-enter-par-intensifies-tropical-storm -- © Copyright Philstar 2022-09-07

In this photo taken on August 22, 2022, parents accompany their children on their first day of face-to-face classes at the Concepcion Elementary School in Marikina. Walter Bollozos / The STAR MANILA, Philippines (Updated 3:10 p.m.) — Malacañang announced Wednesday that the government’s pandemic task force has recommended to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to make mask wearing voluntary in outdoor settings, a proposal that has secured the chief executive’s “verbal approval.” While Marcos is said to have given his go ahead for the proposal in a call with Interior Secretary Benhur Abalos, Press Secretary Trixie Cruz-Angeles said this is still not a policy. Department of Health officer-in-charge Maria Rosario Vergeire also said the recommendation has to be formalized in an executive order. Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2022/09/07/2208059/philippines-pandemic-task-force-recommends-lifting-outdoor-mask-mandate -- © Copyright Philstar 2022-09-07

Drunk Japanese man runs amok allegedly refusing to pay over 5000 baht drink bill An allegedly drunk Japanese man ran amok and climbed a roof after being allegedly unable to pay for his drinks at a Pattaya restaurant, asking to talk with the Japanese embassy. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1271184-drunk-japanese-man-runs-amok-allegedly-refusing-to-pay-over-5000-baht-drink-bill/

An allegedly drunk Japanese man ran amok and climbed a roof after being allegedly unable to pay for his drinks at a Pattaya restaurant, asking to talk with the Japanese embassy. The incident took place at 11:30 P.M. during light evening rain yesterday, September 6th on Soi Pattaya 10. Sawang Boriboon rescue services were notified of a Japanese man who became enraged and climbed onto the roof of an abandoned building after fleeing a restaurant reportedly refusing to pay for his drinks. He gave no reason to staff, rescue workers, or law enforcement for why he refused to pay and was chased by restaurant staff to the roof until police and rescue staff were called. The rescue team arrived at the two-storey building at 11.36 P.M. The Japanese man was sitting on the roof of the second floor, looking intoxicated and confused and only asking to speak with the Japanese embassy. Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2022/09/07/drunk-japanese-man-runs-amok-climbs-roof-and-demands-his-embassy-after-allegedly-refusing-to-pay-over-5000-baht-drink-bill-in-pattaya/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2022-09-07 - 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!

SRT Conducts Trial Run of Train Carriages From Japan BANGKOK (NNT) - The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) recently conducted a test run of passenger train carriages donated by Japan. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1271183-srt-conducts-trial-run-of-train-carriages-from-japan/

BANGKOK (NNT) - The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) recently conducted a test run of passenger train carriages donated by Japan. On Tuesday (6 Sept), SRT governor Nirut Maneephan led members of the press on a test run of the renovated Kiha 183 passenger train carriages that arrived from Japan in December of last year. Participants were able to ride the train on its trial route, which began at Bangkok’s Makkasan maintenance yard and ended at Hua Lamphong station. The 17 second-hand carriages were donated by the Hokkaido Railway Company (JR HOKKAIDO), with SRT having paid 42 million baht to cover their shipment to Thailand. The carriages are now being converted for compatibility with Thailand’s one-meter gauge train tracks, and are having their interiors refurbished and repainted. SRT plans to begin offering short tourism routes using the restored carriages at the end of this month. The state railway expects all 17 carriages to be operational by the end of next year. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG220907153013037 -- © Copyright NNT 2022-09-06 - 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!

Industrial Estates to Urged to Prepare for Possible Inundation BANGKOK (NNT) - With Thailand currently in the midst of its annual peak rainy period, authorities are working to ensure that industrial estates are well-prepared for any and all water contingencies. The head of the Industrial Estate Authority of Thailand has expressed confidence that industrial parks will successfully weather this year’s flood season. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1271182-industrial-estates-to-urged-to-prepare-for-possible-inundation/

BANGKOK (NNT) - With Thailand currently in the midst of its annual peak rainy period, authorities are working to ensure that industrial estates are well-prepared for any and all water contingencies. The head of the Industrial Estate Authority of Thailand has expressed confidence that industrial parks will successfully weather this year’s flood season. Industry Minister Suriya Juangroongruangkit has ordered the Industrial Estate Authority of Thailand (IEAT) to keep parks nationwide informed of the situation, especially those located in flood-prone areas. Minister Suriya noted that as far as he has been briefed, all industrial parks have concrete flood prevention measures already in place, with some even erecting embankments as a pre-emptive measure. The minister also said he was confident that industrial estates would be able to handle the water situation this year. The IEAT has assured that flood management plans for industrial estates are being strictly followed. Water pumps and backup generators, for example, have been inspected and continuously maintained to ensure 100% functionality. Water bodies inside industrial parks have also been drained to their lowest levels so they can serve as water retention areas. Coordination is also taking place with external parties in order to supply mobile water pumps to industrial parks. It added that all industrial estates have been instructed to frequently carry out flood management drills. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG220907135833982 -- © Copyright NNT 2022-09-06 - 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!

WHA and BYD to Announce Plans for EV Plant in Thailand BANGKOK (NNT) - WHA Group, a Thai industrial estate developer, has indicated that the company and BYD, a Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, will soon announce plans for an EV manufacturing facility in Thailand. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1271180-wha-and-byd-to-announce-plans-for-ev-plant-in-thailand/

BANGKOK (NNT) - WHA Group, a Thai industrial estate developer, has indicated that the company and BYD, a Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, will soon announce plans for an EV manufacturing facility in Thailand. WHA representatives said the two companies will hold a joint news conference on Thursday (8 Sep) to discuss plans for the EV plant at an industrial estate in Rayong province. In August, Thailand’s Board of Investment (BOI) approved a group of investment pledges, including BYD’s US$491 million (17.9 billion baht) electric vehicle production project. According to Chinese news outlet Jiemian, BYD plans to begin selling EVs in Thailand later this year, providing local consumers with a greater selection of vehicles to choose from. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG220907155407057 -- © Copyright NNT 2022-09-06 - 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 and Mongolia Sign Memorandum on Joint Trade Committee BANGKOK (NNT) - A Thai-Mongolian joint trade committee has been formed to promote trade and investment between the two nations. The move is part of efforts to enable Thai businesses and investors to penetrate new markets. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1271178-thailand-and-mongolia-sign-memorandum-on-joint-trade-committee/

BANGKOK (NNT) - A Thai-Mongolian joint trade committee has been formed to promote trade and investment between the two nations. The move is part of efforts to enable Thai businesses and investors to penetrate new markets. Deputy Prime Minister and Commerce Minister Jurin Laksanawisit represented Thailand in signing a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on establishing the Thai-Mongolian joint trade committee (JTC). The MoU was co-signed by Mongolian Foreign Minister Battsetseg Batmunkh with the aim of promoting and tightening trade, investment and economic collaboration between Thailand and Mongolia. The first meeting of the Thai-Mongolian JTC took place immediately after the signing ceremony. Thai and Mongolian representatives resolved to establish a bilateral trade target of US$100 million within five years. The two parties also agreed to expand investments to 1.5 billion dollars by 2027 from 1.034 billion dollars currently. According to Thai representatives, Thailand will become a food production source for Mongolia. Highlighted products will include chilled and frozen chicken; chilled, frozen and processed seafood; fresh fruit; fruit juice; canned fruit; ready-made meals, and snacks. Mongolian will meanwhile source raw materials such as minerals, leather and cashmere to Thailand. Minister Jurin also asked Mongolian representatives to invite importers and investors to prominent trade expos in Thailand, including STYLE Bangkok, THAIFEX – Anuga Asia, and the Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair. The two nations are also preparing to enact agreements for investment protection and the exemption of redundant taxes, as well as exploring the possibility of establishing a direct flight from the Mongolian capital, Ulaanbaatar, to Phuket, Thailand. Mongolian Airlines has already informed Thai authorities of its intent to operate the direct flight, with the Thai commerce ministry set to coordinate the matter with the relevant agencies. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG220907133952977 -- © Copyright NNT 2022-09-06 - 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 DPM Somkid appointed chairman of Sarng Anakot Thai Party The Sarng Anakot Thai Party has appointed former Deputy Prime Minister Somkid Jatusripitak as its chairman, after he formally applied to become a party member last Friday and was given membership number 10021871, said Uttama Savanayana, the party’s leader, today (Wednesday). Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1271177-former-dpm-somkid-appointed-chairman-of-sarng-anakot-thai-party/

The Sarng Anakot Thai Party has appointed former Deputy Prime Minister Somkid Jatusripitak as its chairman, after he formally applied to become a party member last Friday and was given membership number 10021871, said Uttama Savanayana, the party’s leader, today (Wednesday). He added that Dr. Somkid will join a meeting of the party’s executive committee tomorrow, together with about 300 potential election candidates from across the country. The party secretary-general, Sontirat Sontijirawong, said that the meeting tomorrow will be a general assembly of the party’s executive committee and potential candidates to prepare for the next general election. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/former-dpm-somkid-appointed-chairman-of-sarng-anakot-thai-party/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-09-07 - 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!

Water still leaking through roof of Thailand’s new ฿12bn parliament building Rain water leaked through the roof of the parliament building onto the ground floor again last night, requiring workers to bring buckets and wheelbarrows to catch the drips, said former Democrat MP Watchara Petthong in his Facebook post today (Wednesday). Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1271176-water-still-leaking-through-roof-of-thailand’s-new-฿12bn-parliament-building/