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Man dies after being stabbed in front of a shopping mall in Phuket Town By Goongnang Suksawat Phuket – A man died after being stabbed in front of a shopping mall in Phuket Town. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1276285-man-dies-after-being-stabbed-in-front-of-a-shopping-mall-in-phuket-town/

By Goongnang Suksawat Phuket – A man died after being stabbed in front of a shopping mall in Phuket Town. The Phuket City Police was notified of the incident at 6:45 A.M. Saturday morning (October 29th) near a shopping mall at the Nimit Circle (Seahorse Circle) in the Talad Yai sub-district, Mueang Phuket district, Phuket Town. They arrived at the scene to find Mr. Jaroen Penngern, 49, lying on the ground bleeding heavily. Slash wounds were found on his arm, wrist and body. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Full story: https://thephuketexpress.com/2022/10/29/man-dies-after-being-stabbed-in-front-of-a-shopping-mall-in-phuket-town/ -- © Copyright The Phuket Express 2022-10-31 - 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!

Anutin voted to be suitable political leader who stands above social conflicts, Thailand’s “Super Poll” reports By Nop Meechukhun National – The majority of voting participants has voted Anutin Charnvirakul to be a suitable political leader who was above social conflicts, according to the Super Poll’s result on Sunday, October 30th. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1276284-anutin-voted-to-be-suitable-political-leader-who-stands-above-social-conflicts-thailand’s-“super-poll”-reports/

By Nop Meechukhun National – The majority of voting participants has voted Anutin Charnvirakul to be a suitable political leader who was above social conflicts, according to the Super Poll’s result on Sunday, October 30th. Of 2,016 selected voters, 35.8 percent chose Anutin Charnvirakul, Deputy Prime Minister and leader of the Bhumjaithai Party, to be the political leader most above social conflicts. One of the reasons indicated in the survey was that Anutin had no history of conflict with anyone, speaks little, and did not blame those who scolded at him. Some of the reasons stated by the voters reads: “He was a good-hearted person who had a contribution to many lives and potentially solved the Covid-19 crisis and improved the public health system. He was also kind to local residents, very skilled, wealthy, and liked rich people.” Full story: https://thepattayanews.com/2022/10/30/anutin-voted-to-be-suitable-political-leader-who-stands-above-social-conflicts-thailands-super-poll-reports/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2022-10-31 - 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!

Real estate sector views Cabinet endorsement positively by Namo Vananupong BANGKOK (NNT) - The Cabinet recently endorsed the drafting of a ministerial regulation that will enable certain foreigners to purchase 1 rai of land in Thailand. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1276283-real-estate-sector-views-cabinet-endorsement-positively/

by Namo Vananupong BANGKOK (NNT) - The Cabinet recently endorsed the drafting of a ministerial regulation that will enable certain foreigners to purchase 1 rai of land in Thailand. The buyer would need to invest at least 40 million baht in Thailand and retain the investment for at least 3 years. The Thai real estate sector has given a positive nod to this development, saying the policy will contribute to economic growth. Thai Condominium Association president Phiraphong Charun-ek said the condominium market and market for other properties are expected to return to their pre-pandemic status next year. The value of the residential property market is expected to reach 400 to 450 billion baht next year. Meanwhile, the market for foreign-owned condominium units is growing at 5-7% per year. Citing the recent Cabinet approval for foreign ownership of land, Mr. Phiraphong said this is a good policy that will push economic growth further. He said the Thai real estate sector will be commissioning construction projects continually to meet the new demand from foreigners. This would, in turn, create more employment. He said homes priced above 20 million baht stand to benefit from the upcoming ministerial regulation. According to Mr. Phiraphong, Chinese buyers make up the no. 1 foreign group buying Thai real estate. This is followed in respective order by buyers from Singapore, Hong Kong, Europe, Russia, and Taiwan. He expects the condominium market to grow by 10% next year, provided that China relaxes its travel restrictions. The association president also said he wanted the government to extend the implementation period for reduced transfer and mortgage registration fees. He said these measures should be extended until 2023. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG221030135758203 -- © Copyright NNT 2022-10-31 - 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!

Interior Ministry launches anti-drug campaign by Tanakorn Sangiam BANGKOK (NNT) - The Ministry of Interior has launched a campaign against drugs for government officials, as it aims to ensure clean practices among state agencies. Any government officer found involved in drug cases will face legal prosecution and stringent disciplinary actions. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1276282-interior-ministry-launches-anti-drug-campaign/

by Tanakorn Sangiam BANGKOK (NNT) - The Ministry of Interior has launched a campaign against drugs for government officials, as it aims to ensure clean practices among state agencies. Any government officer found involved in drug cases will face legal prosecution and stringent disciplinary actions. The Ministry of Interior has launched a so-called house clean-up campaign against drug involvement, as part of the “cleanup before crackdown” policy. This campaign aims to ensure zero drug involvement by government officials, as the government is looking to launch a national drug suppression campaign. Permanent Secretary for Interior Suttipong Juljarern said this campaign demonstrates the ministry’s commitment to the anti-drug effort while providing rehabilitation services for drug users. The ministry has instructed related agencies to complete the Re-X-Ray operation against drug abuse by the end of this month, with further investigation to be immediately launched after any drug-related arrests. Provinces have been instructed to ensure the preparedness of rehabilitation facilities and staff to accommodate drug addicts seeking treatments, with a goal to help users recover from their addiction and return to normal livelihoods without a relapse. Every province and district has been asked to work together with local partners to raise public awareness on the ways they can submit tips and information on drug cases, which include the 1567 24-hour hotline for Damrongtham Center. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG221030133516200 -- © Copyright NNT 2022-10-31 - 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!

Biden to join ASEAN summit, Harris to attend APEC US President Joe Biden will use his visit to Cambodia next month for a summit with ASEAN to reaffirm the US commitment to Southeast Asia, according to the White House. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1276281-biden-to-join-asean-summit-harris-to-attend-apec/

US President Joe Biden will use his visit to Cambodia next month for a summit with ASEAN to reaffirm the US commitment to Southeast Asia, according to the White House. Vice President Kamala Harris will represent Biden in attending the meeting of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) leaders in Bangkok, it said. A statement issued by the White House said Biden will be in Cambodia on November 12-13 to participate in the annual US-ASEAN summit and the East Asia summit before proceeding toIndonesia to attend a summit of leaders from the Group of 20 major economies. Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/biden-to-join-asean-summit-harris-to-attend-apec/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-10-31 - 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!

21 best Thai dishes for 21 Economic leaders at APEC Future Food for Sustainability competition by Tarin Angskul BANGKOK (NNT) - H.E. Mr. Don Pramudwinai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs chairs the opening ceremony of Plate to Planet Festival in front of the Central World Plaza shopping mall. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1276280-21-best-thai-dishes-for-21-economic-leaders-at-apec-future-food-for-sustainability-competition/

by Tarin Angskul BANGKOK (NNT) - H.E. Mr. Don Pramudwinai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs chairs the opening ceremony of Plate to Planet Festival in front of the Central World Plaza shopping mall. The event aims to promote the last 21 best Thai dishes in the final round of the APEC Future Food for Sustainability competition. The winning team will have their dishes served to leaders at the 2022 APEC Economic Leaders’ Week next month. With the growing trend of sustainability, the competition aims to find dishes of the future that emphasize sustainability with a blend of Thai elements. Some 2,000 teams of contestants had a chance to create new dishes, under the guidance of culinary experts. Mr. Anucha Nakasai, Minister attached to the Office of the Prime Minister, said this competition gives Thai chefs the opportunity to enhance their skills and expand their businesses, while further promoting Thai cuisine which has been recognized as the country’s key soft power. The winning team will get 1 million baht and have their dishes served to world leaders at the APEC Economic Leaders’ Week, which will be taking place on 14-19 November in Thailand. Vote for the last 21 best Thai dishes at www.futurefoodapec.com Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG221029211241079 -- © Copyright NNT 2022-10-31 - 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!

Police rescue 13-year-old girl from prostitution in Malaysia, arrest five Police from Thailand’s Human Trafficking Prevention and Suppression Division, with cooperation from Malaysian police, have rescued two Thai females, one of them being a 13-year-old girl, and two Indonesian females and have arrested five members of a human trafficking gang involved in delivering women to Malaysia for prostitution. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1276279-police-rescue-13-year-old-girl-from-prostitution-in-malaysia-arrest-five/

Police from Thailand’s Human Trafficking Prevention and Suppression Division, with cooperation from Malaysian police, have rescued two Thai females, one of them being a 13-year-old girl, and two Indonesian females and have arrested five members of a human trafficking gang involved in delivering women to Malaysia for prostitution. One of the suspects was apprehended in Chachoengsao Province and the second in Chon Buri. Three others were arrested after they had fled to Malaysia for temporary refuge. Pol Lt-Gen Jirabhop Bhuridej, commissioner of the Central Investigation Bureau, said Sunday that police had recently received a complaint from the parents of the young girl, claiming that their daughter had been lured to work in Malaysia and then forced into prostitution. Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/police-rescue-13-year-old-girl-from-prostitution-in-malaysia-arrest-five/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-10-31 - 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!

Most Bangkokians Prefer Move Forward Party Leader For PM: NIDA Poll By Thai Newsroom Reporters Move Forward Party leader Pita Limjaroenrat. Photo: INN News MOST BANGKOKIANS prefer Move Forward party leader Pita Limjaroenrat to become prime minister after the next general election, says a recent opinion poll. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1276278-most-bangkokians-prefer-move-forward-party-leader-for-pm-nida-poll/

Move Forward Party leader Pita Limjaroenrat. Photo: INN News By Thai Newsroom Reporters MOST BANGKOKIANS prefer Move Forward party leader Pita Limjaroenrat to become prime minister after the next general election, says a recent opinion poll. According to the National Institute of Development Administration’s (NIDA) poll conducted among 2,000 Bangkok residents earlier this month, 20.40% of all respondents preferred the Move Forward top leader the most for head of a post-election government. The NIDA poll has found 15.20% of the respondents of the capital city picking Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha, who has been allowed by court to prolong his rule until 2025, for prime minister again whilst 14.10% of the Bangkokians chose Paetongtarn Shinawatra, daughter of de facto Pheu Thai party boss/former premier Thaksin Shinawatra. Full story: https://thainewsroom.com/2022/10/30/most-bangkokians-prefer-move-forward-party-leader-for-pm-nida-poll/ -- © Copyright THAI NEWSROOM 2022-10-31 - 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!

Prayut Supporter Pareena Against Allowing Foreigners To Own Land by TNR Staff Comment Former MP Pareena Kraikupt hugging Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha in above photo, and right in Front Page photo with Gen. Prayut at left. Top photo: Matichon Weekly JOINING THE chorus of criticism on the government having approved in principle the drafting of a ministerial regulation allowing foreigners to buy maximum one rai of land for residential purposes conditional on investing at least 40 million baht for minimum three years is Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha’s staunch supporter Pareena Kraikupt, Naewna newspaper said Saturday (Oct. 29). Pareena. who was earlier this year deprived by court of her MP status and banned for life from politics due to deliberate encroachment upon a forest reserve in Ratchaburi, posted a message saying that people do not want to exchange land in Thailand for foreign investment. “Sacrifice money to spur the economy, sacrifice even life to protect land in Thailand for our children and grandchildren similar to what our ancestors did,” she wrote. “In the future even though our children live in Thailand, it is in terms of… renting… with the village group headmen and the village headmen being foreigners. Full story: https://thainewsroom.com/2022/10/29/prayut-supporter-pareena-against-allowing-foreigners-to-own-land/ -- © Copyright THAI NEWSROOM 2022-10-31 - 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!

Russian Tourists Flocking To Koh Samui by TNR Staff Comment European tourists arriving at Koh Samui airport. Photos: Naewna THE outlook of Koh Samui this high season is bright with a large number of European tourists escaping the winter there to enjoy the sunshine here and amid this is the noteworthy return of Russian holidaymakers, Naewna newspaper said Sunday evening (Oct. 30). Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1276277-russian-tourists-flocking-to-koh-samui/

European tourists arriving at Koh Samui airport. Photos: Naewna by TNR Staff Comment THE outlook of Koh Samui this high season is bright with a large number of European tourists escaping the winter there to enjoy the sunshine here and amid this is the noteworthy return of Russian holidaymakers, Naewna newspaper said Sunday evening (Oct. 30). Mr. Ratchaporn Poolsawat, president of Koh Samui Tourism Promotion Association, said a survey of local and foreign travel agents shows that the number of tourists visiting Koh Samui from early December to the end of the month would be approximately the same as pre-Covid-19 days. While advance bookings are satisfactory, it has been observed that tourists are making shorter bookings prior to their arrival and entrepreneurs were urged to adjust their advertising and public relations campaigns to spur the market. Full story: https://thainewsroom.com/2022/10/30/russian-tourists-flocking-to-koh-samui/ -- © Copyright THAI NEWSROOM 2022-10-31 - 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 opposition to seeks no-vote censure debate against the government Thai opposition parties will submit a motion to the House Speaker in mid-November, seeking a general censure debate on the government, without a vote, to “grill” it over illegal gambling and drug abuse issues and to offer recommendations to the government. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1276276-thai-opposition-to-seeks-no-vote-censure-debate-against-the-government/

Thai opposition parties will submit a motion to the House Speaker in mid-November, seeking a general censure debate on the government, without a vote, to “grill” it over illegal gambling and drug abuse issues and to offer recommendations to the government. Opposition and Pheu Thai Party Leader Chonlanan Srikaew said Saturday that he expects the censure debate to take place in the middle of December, which he admitted might not be the optimum timing, as people would be in a festive mood ahead of Christmas and New Year and might not pay attention to the debate. He pointed out that, if the opposition does not seize the opportunity now, they might miss the chance altogether, because Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha might dissolve the House after the APEC Summit in Bangkok next month, before the end of its term. Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/thai-opposition-to-seeks-no-vote-censure-debate-against-the-government/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-10-31 - 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 eases restrictions on import of cannabis or hemp seeds A new edict has been issued by the Department of Agriculture to ease restrictions on the import of cannabis and hemp seeds. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1276275-thailand-eases-restrictions-on-import-of-cannabis-or-hemp-seeds/

A new edict has been issued by the Department of Agriculture to ease restrictions on the import of cannabis and hemp seeds. Effective today (Saturday), cannabis and hemp seeds can be shipped to Thailand from abroad by air, sea or overland, instead of by air alone, as previously stipulated. There is no longer a requirement for the seeds to be treated with fungicide and, hence, there is no need to specify the fungicide or the amount used in the disinfection process in the plant safety certificate. Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/thailand-eases-restrictions-on-import-of-cannabis-or-hemp-seeds/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-10-31 - 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!

Lack of psychiatrists leaves Thailand grappling with rising suicides, depression The number of people in Thailand suffering from mental problems rose from 1.3 million in 2015 to 2.3 million last year, while the number of suicides is also on the increase. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1276274-lack-of-psychiatrists-leaves-thailand-grappling-with-rising-suicides-depression/

The number of people in Thailand suffering from mental problems rose from 1.3 million in 2015 to 2.3 million last year, while the number of suicides is also on the increase. These alarming figures suggest the country’s mental health is a ticking time bomb that needs to be tackled urgently to avoid the disastrous effects of an explosion. Wasted lives One mother told Thai PBS World of her anguish as she watches her son’s life spiral out of control after he chose a path of drug abuse to deal with his mental issues. “I noticed the change in his behavior, but could not afford treatment,” the mother said on condition of anonymity. Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/lack-of-psychiatrists-leaves-thailand-grappling-with-rising-suicides-depression/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-10-31 - 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!