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Daily News Thai Caption: Getting lucky numbers from coffin lids It's another story right out of the "Amazing Thailand" playbook. Daily News reported that someone had spotted a white coffin left by the side of the road in a wooded and secluded area of Thepparat Soi 7 in Pattaya, eastern Thailand. The local who first saw the coffin was so freaked they didn't want to think about it until 2-3 days had passed and they decided it was time to call Sawang Boriboon rescue. Yesterday their team found bloodstains and oozings from a dead body on a white cloth in the coffin - but no body. Who dumped it there remains a mystery but Daily News were saying it really put the hairs up on the back of your neck. What was clear were three numbers on the lid - 635. These will doubtless come in handy for the next draw in the state lottery. The coffin was taken away for disposal. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-06-21 - 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. Easiest way to own or rent a car in Thailand - click here to find out more! Get your business in front of millions of customers who read ASEAN NOW with an interest in Thailand every month - email [email protected] for more information

Thai PM: If you've never smoked weed before, don't try it now! Picture: Siam Rath Thailand's authorities continued to show that they had not fully thought through the consequences of the change in the marijuana laws that came in less than two weeks ago, notes ASEAN NOW. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1263444-thai-pm-if-youve-never-smoked-weed-before-dont-try-it-now/

Picture: Siam Rath Thailand's authorities continued to show that they had not fully thought through the consequences of the change in the marijuana laws that came in less than two weeks ago, notes ASEAN NOW. To say they have been caught on the hop - and more than a little surprised by the reaction of the public - would be a colossal understatement. Yesterday was another case in point. On the one hand the PM was warning new users not to smoke weed, while his committee looking into the details of the law changes was upping the ante and proposing allowing Thais to grow more plants, not less. While market chiefs scurried to make sure that consumers know what is exactly going into their food and drinks. The removal of marijuana and hemp from the Class 5 narcotics list came into effect on June 9th after a three month waiting period where few knew what would actually transpire. Then the floodgates opened. People brought their already thriving plants out of the shadows, dispensaries previously dealing in secret or not at all, popped up everywhere. Many tourists and users were smiling but the authorities have been bombarded with questions from the Thai press and are patently lacking the knowledge to respond accurately. ASEAN NOW has published stories that feed into the "Reefer Madness" rhetoric put out by the sensationalist Thai press - people getting allergic reactions, the Bangkok governor making absurd "politicized" claims that were soon debunked, a fight over plants in Chiang Mai, that sort of thing. Some of that needs a warning about its accuracy. This week we have led with an advertising-cum-news story about PrikPot Thailand that will deliver potent buds containing high quantities of THC to your door with Kerry delivery services. Same day service was announced for Chiang Mai. ASEAN NOW's popular Saturday columnist Rooster explored the issue and created a lively debate between established users of the drug and opponents who are aghast at what has happened. Some comments had to be removed such was the vitriol on both sides. We have also carried a story about tourism starting to thrive again as evidenced by Google searches. Some are suggesting that part of that interest has been fueled by the ganja law changes. One insider in England told ASEAN NOW: "People here all talking about what is going on in Thailand and asking about trips to the country. More and more are asking - despite the insane prices". Much of the weekend's debate centered on the relative costs in the US, Canada and now Thailand where just a gram of bud is selling for around 700 baht. Prices are expected to rise as supplies dwindle before prices drop according to some. Yesterday Siam Rath reported comments made by the Thai Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha at the Veterans' Relief Organization where he said: "Yes, I always knew there would be consequences. That's why (health minister and DPM) Anutin is chairing a committee looking into all of it". Last week the PM put everything in Anutin Charnvirakul's court saying it was his baby; it was a key manifesto point of his Bhumjaithai party at the last election in 2019. The PM acknowledged that there needed to be lots more done to promulgate a clear set of rules and laws but his overriding message was: "If you've never smoked it don't try it now" according to the media. This was in stark contrast to Panthep Phuaphongphan, the spokesman for the house committee on cannabis law change. He said they were going to propose that each household be allowed to grow up to TEN plants. This up from the previous stated aim to allow only six. The reason being that people will be able to make more money and the economy will be better. Meanwhile, the head of the Bangkok Market Traders' Association Phinit Arayasinpathorn said that all market traders under their jurisdictions and private traders must follow MoPH regulations about what goes into food items. There should be clear signage about what cannabis products have gone into food so that the consumer can make clear choices. He promised that checks will be made that this is being done as well as PR campaigns to raise awareness among traders of all the issues involved. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-06-21 - 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. Easiest way to own or rent a car in Thailand - click here to find out more! Get your business in front of millions of customers who read ASEAN NOW with an interest in Thailand every month - email [email protected] for more information

NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Tuesday June 21 2022 Listen to the news: https://aseannow.com/topic/1263442-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-tuesday-june-21-2022/

Listen to the news: Thailand's Prime Minister Prayut responded to a demand by a move forward party MP who urged the government to stop renewing the Emergency decree, which has been extended 18 times in two years, The Prime minister insisted the decree is still required despite the drop in Covid-19 cases and easing of restrictions. A police officer, his wife and their daughter were found shot dead, with a bullet to the head, in a house in Bangkok yesterday. Police found bloodstains in a car parked at the house, the bodies of a man and a woman were on a bed in the house. Both had been shot in the head. A 9mm pistol was found. A young girl's body was also found with a gunshot to the head. Officers believe the 57 year old policeman shot his wife and daughter before turning the gun on himself. Investigations continue. A former finance minister has called for fuel prices, including LPG or cooking gas to be better controlled. He indicated refineries were making too much profit and suggested Prices could be reduced up to 4 baht/litre and still benefit oil refineries. Thai police say Motorists who refuse to pay traffic fines could be arrested, under new rules those that fail to pay before a deadline will receive a warning, repeated offenders would face arrest, Police say many motorists failed to pay fines and continued to violate traffic rules. A new bill on cannabis and hemp will limit the number of plants to ten per household, while large-scale cannabis growers for business will be required to pay a progressive fee to the government which will increase with the size of the operation. The owner of a Japanese food company franchise has left Thailand for Dubai after more than 500 people complained of fraud to police. All 27 Daruma Suchi stores closed, One franchise holder had been advised to pay the franchise fee then wait to receive her share of profits from the restaurant, monthly. The franchise owner told his operators on a LINE group he was having problems obtaining supplies then vanished. Leaving franchise operators out of pocket by around 100 million baht. Region: Japan: A Japanese court ruled the country’s failure to recognise same-sex marriage was constitutional, in a setback for LGBT activists, after a landmark verdict last year found the opposite. Hong Kong’s iconic Jumbo Floating Restaurant has capsized in the South China Sea during severe weather conditions, the restaurant was being moved to a new location. Bright but cloudy with Thundershowers showers Chiang Mai: Bright becoming cloudy with thunder showers this afternoon 34C Bangkok: Bright but cloudy with thundershowers 34C Pattaya and SE: Bright partly cloudy 32C Phuket and the South: Bright, partly cloudy thundershowers 29C Hua Hin: Bright becoming cloudy with rain expected this afternoon hot 33C Listen Live: Surf 102.5 Facebook: Surf 102.5 -- © Copyright SURF 102.5 FM 2022-06-21 - 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. Easiest way to own or rent a car in Thailand - click here to find out more!

World Sports News - Tuesday 21 June 2022 by Chili Radio Listen to the news: https://aseannow.com/topic/1263433-world-sports-news-tuesday-21-june-2022-by-chili-radio/

Listen to the news: Football - Ryan Giggs has resigned as Wales manager "with immediate effect". The former Manchester United winger who is 48, stepped away from his role in November 2020 after being arrested. Giggs was later charged with using controlling behaviour and assaulting his ex-girlfriend, charges he has denied. Robert Page took over as Wales boss, leading them to their first World Cup finals since 1958. Former Cameroon forward Samuel Eto'o has pleaded guilty to a 3.7m Euro tax fraud relating to his image rights while playing for Barcelona.The four-time African footballer of the year was given a 22-month suspended prison sentence when he appeared at court in Spain yesterday. He must repay the money he owes, along with a fine of 1.8m Euros. English Premier League side. West Ham United have completed the signing of Morocco defender Nayef Aguerd from French Ligue 1 side Rennes for £30m. The club have confirmed that the 26-year-old has signed a five-year contract with the Hammers. Athletics - World Athletics president Lord Coe has hinted the sport could follow swimming in banning transgender women from elite female competitions, insisting "fairness is non-negotiable". Swimming's world governing body Fina voted on Sunday to stop trans athletes from competing in women's elite races if they have gone through any part of the process of male puberty. Lord Coe has now revealed that World Athletics is set to discuss adopting a new policy, and welcomed Fina's move. Download the Chili Radio app : https://chiliradio.app for Chili Pop and Chili Classics. -- © Copyright Chili RADIO 2022-06-21 Chili Radio: https://chiliradiothailand.com Listen Live: https://chiliradio.asia - 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. Easiest way to own or rent a car in Thailand - click here to find out more!

After 10 years, nonstop service between North America and Thailand will resume By Ethan Klapper Thailand and North America will soon be reconnected with nonstop flights. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1263431-after-10-years-nonstop-service-between-north-america-and-thailand-will-resume/

By Ethan Klapper Thailand and North America will soon be reconnected with nonstop flights. Air Canada on Monday announced that it will launch seasonal service on Dec. 1 between its hub at Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). The service, on a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, will operate four times weekly. The final eastbound departure from Bangkok is scheduled for April 17. The westbound flight, AC65, departs Vancouver at 11 p.m. and arrives in Bangkok at 5:55 a.m. two days later, all times local. The eastbound flight, AC66, departs Bangkok at 8:30 a.m. and arrives at 6:35 a.m. in Vancouver. That flight technically arrives before it departs, a quirk of eastbound travel over the International Date Line. Full story: https://thepointsguy.com/news/air-canada-vancouver-bangkok-nonstop-flights/ -- © Copyright THE POINTS GUY 2022-06-21 - 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. Easiest way to own or rent a car in Thailand - click here to find out more!

Lithuanian suspect denies all murder charges against Thai transgender woman in Surin By Nop Meechukhun Surin – A Lithuanian suspect, Mr. Marius, continued to deny all charges of murder and physical assault against a transgender woman, Teerapong Lamlua, in Surin last week while Teerapong’s body was cremated for a religious ritual Sunday, June 19th. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1263430-lithuanian-suspect-denies-all-murder-charges-against-thai-transgender-woman-in-surin/

By Nop Meechukhun Surin – A Lithuanian suspect, Mr. Marius, continued to deny all charges of murder and physical assault against a transgender woman, Teerapong Lamlua, in Surin last week while Teerapong’s body was cremated for a religious ritual Sunday, June 19th. According to local police, all of the collected evidence and witnesses’ statements had led to identifying Marius as the perpetrator. However, he denied all charges and is currently detained at Surin Prison while the investigation is undergoing. On Sunday, Teerapong’s family, friends, and relatives hosted a funeral in her hometown in the Prasat district. Her pet dog “Emma” also joined the cremation and always looked at the coffin of her owner. Full story: https://thepattayanews.com/2022/06/20/lithuanian-suspect-denies-all-murder-charges-against-thai-transgender-woman-in-surin-buddhist-cremation-of-victim-proceeds-yesterday/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2022-06-21 - 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. Easiest way to own or rent a car in Thailand - click here to find out more!

BTS Skytrain Request For Long-Haired Passengers To Be Careful Goes Viral by AuthorTNR Staff The Skytrain’s image urging long-haired passengers to be careful. ATTRACTING lots of comments yesterday (June 20) was BTS Skytrain’s request for passengers with long hair to be careful of their ends flicking onto the face and mouth of co-passengers, Sanook.com said. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1263428-bts-skytrain-request-for-long-haired-passengers-to-be-careful-goes-viral/

The Skytrain’s image urging long-haired passengers to be careful. by AuthorTNR Staff ATTRACTING lots of comments yesterday (June 20) was BTS Skytrain’s request for passengers with long hair to be careful of their ends flicking onto the face and mouth of co-passengers, Sanook.com said. In its message posted on Facebook the Skytrain operator said, “To build a good society be considerate when travelling … be careful of hair ends (when the train is crowded with passengers). “The administrator has received messages from many passengers on the BTS Skytrain page about people with long hair or hair tied in a ponytail whose ends accidently move back and forth and hit the face of other passengers. Full story: https://thainewsroom.com/2022/06/21/bts-skytrain-request-for-long-haired-passengers-to-be-careful-goes-viral/ -- © Copyright THAI NEWSROOM 2022-06-21 - 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. Easiest way to own or rent a car in Thailand - click here to find out more!

Court rejects petition to delay merger of DTAC and True Thailand’s Central Administrative Court has dismissed a petition, seeking to put a hold an announcement by the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) giving the green light to the merger plan between two mobile phone service providers, Total Access Communication, or DTAC, and True Corporation (True). Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1263427-court-rejects-petition-to-delay-merger-of-dtac-and-true/

Thailand’s Central Administrative Court has dismissed a petition, seeking to put a hold an announcement by the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) giving the green light to the merger plan between two mobile phone service providers, Total Access Communication, or DTAC, and True Corporation (True). The petition was filed by Napat Vinitchaikul, a member of the NBTC’s Monitoring and Evaluation Committee, who challenged the legitimacy of the telecom regulator’s announcement. The Central Administrative Court’s ruling, which was issued on June 16th, said that Nipat’s claim that the merger would harm the public interest is unfounded, as DTAC and True are still in the process of amalgamation and the setting up of a new entity, adding that the merger has not caused any damage as claimed. Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/court-rejects-petition-to-delay-merger-of-dtac-and-true/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-06-21 - 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. Easiest way to own or rent a car in Thailand - click here to find out more!

Should we be concerned about USA’s alliance with Thailand? by Michael Bridge Photo: US Defense Secretary Austin meets Thai leader to boost ties. Tassanee Vejpongsa | AP During a high-level SE Asia trip, U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin met with Thailand’s prime minister last week. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1263426-should-we-be-concerned-about-usa’s-alliance-with-thailand/

Photo: US Defense Secretary Austin meets Thai leader to boost ties. Tassanee Vejpongsa | AP by Michael Bridge During a high-level SE Asia trip, U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin met with Thailand’s prime minister last week. It was part of an effort to strengthen what Austin says is Washington’s “unparalleled network of alliances and partnerships” in the region. This visit was heavily reported across the States including in the Washington Post. Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha, who is also Thailand’s defense minister, also met Austin last month in Washington. Thailand and the United States are longtime military allies, despite a cooling of relations after the 2014 military coup that brought former army commander Prayuth to power. Last week’s visit was Austin’s first to Thailand as defense secretary. A U.S. Defense Department statement issued after the meeting said Austin and Prayuth “shared perspectives on regional security issues and discussed opportunities to strengthen the U.S.-Thai alliance.” It said Austin declared Washington’s interest in strengthening “interoperability between the U.S. and Thai forces and to support Thailand’s modernization requirements.” The two men also discussed prioritizing cooperation in emerging technical areas, such as the cyber and space technology sectors, as well as Thailand’s desire for “enhanced defense industry cooperation,” the statement said. Thai media had widely reported that the Prime Minister was keen to discuss arms procurement with Austin, including the F-35 fighter aircraft, but Austin did not comment specifically on that in remarks to the media. Tensions between the U.S. and China Tensions between the U.S. and China have been growing in part over Beijing’s claims to Taiwan and much of the South China Sea, and its increasing power and influence in the region. The Philippines have always stated that China has been encroaching on its territory especially building a sizeable military airbase on one of its islands. In a speech Saturday at the annual Shangri-La Dialogue defense summit in Singapore, Austin said China’s “steady increase in provocative and destabilizing military activity near Taiwan” threatens to undermine the region’s security and prosperity. He said he was proud that Washington’s “unparalleled network of alliances and partnerships has only deepened” in the past year. China’s defense minister, Gen. Wei Fenghe, said at the same conference that the U.S. is trying to turn Southeast Asian countries against Beijing and is seeking to advance its own interests “under the guise of multilateralism.” China over the past decade has been trying to extend its influence in Southeast Asia, both through aid and investment, including its “Belt and Road” infrastructure projects and use of its navy and other maritime resources to press its claims to vast areas of the South China Sea. In a briefing in Bangkok, Austin said a conversation he had in Singapore with his Chinese counterpart was “an important step in our efforts to develop open lines of communication” with Beijing’s defense leaders. “America never ... shies away from honest competition, but we don’t seek conflict, nor do we seek a region that’s split into hostile blocks,” he said, according to a defense department transcript of his remarks. “It was an important opportunity to raise our concerns about the potential for instability in the Taiwan Strait and to underscore our ... long-standing policy toward Taiwan as unwavering and unchanged.” The U.S.-Thai alliance benefits both our nations and supports peace and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific. The first documented contact between the United States and Thailand was recorded in 1818. The first agreement signed with Thailand was the 1833 Treaty of Amity and Commerce. Thailand and the United States were also close allies during the Vietnam War, and in 2003, Washington designated Thailand a major non-NATO ally, one of about twenty worldwide. U-Tapao airport was in fact built by the United States to accommodate B-52 bombers for missions in Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia during the Vietnam War. Construction began on 15 October 1965 and was completed on 2 June 1966.[ U-Tapao was the primary Southeast Asian airfield for US Air Force B-52 Stratofortress bombers, called "Bee-hasip-sawng" (B-52) by the local Thais. Such status past and present mean the U.S. regards Thailand as a strategic partner and facilitates some aspects of military assistance and cooperation. The annual multinational Cobra Gold military exercise, one of the world’s biggest, is hosted in Thailand in partnership with the United States. Chinese investment Thailand naturally must tread carefully as it also has ties with the Chinese who are investing in infrastructure projects across the country. China's level of FDI into Thailand ranked second in 2020 – with an investment value of US$ 1.048 billion with 164 approved projects. So, expect the Chinese to send over some high-ranking government official soon to make sure their voice is heard too. Meanwhile Thailand has developed close ties with other ASEAN members—Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Brunei, Laos, Cambodia, Myanmar, and Vietnam—whose foreign and economic ministers hold annual meetings. Thailand will also host of APEC 2022, when I am sure the topic of the South China Sea issues will be aired along with other topics including the environment. Assume that both superpowers China and the US will be following proceedings with interest. Thailand has to be seen to be listening to all sides. Not an easy task ahead. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-06-21 - 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. Easiest way to own or rent a car in Thailand - click here to find out more! Get your business in front of millions of customers who read ASEAN NOW with an interest in Thailand every month - email [email protected] for more information

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Thai students win annual CanSat international competition Bangkok’s Assumption College students have achieved fame for Thailand when they won the championship in the annual CanSat design-build-launch competition for space type systems, held at the Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University of the United States, according to Deputy Government Spokesperson Rachada Dhnadirek today (Monday). Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1263400-thai-students-win-annual-cansat-international-competition/

House committee limits household cultivation of cannabis to 10 plants A staff holds a cannabis plant at the Government Pharmaceuticals Organisation (GPO) medicinal marijuana greenhouse outside Chon Buri, south of Bangkok on October 8, 2020. (Photo by Mladen ANTONOV / AFP) Thailand’s Lower House Scrutiny Committee on the Cannabis and Hemp Bill has decided to set a limit of 10 on the number of cannabis plants which can be cultivated for household use and on the size of the land on which cannabis can be cultivated for commercial purposes by small, medium and large scale enterprises, according to Panthep Puapongpan, spokesman for the committee. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1263379-house-committee-limits-household-cultivation-of-cannabis-to-10-plants/

Traffic offenders in Thailand who fail to pay fines may face arrest Starting Monday, motorists or motorcyclists who refuse or fail to pay fines associated with traffic tickets may face arrest, said Deputy Commissioner of Metropolitan Police Bureau Pol Maj Gen Jirasan Kaewsang-ek. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1263397-traffic-offenders-in-thailand-who-fail-to-pay-fines-may-face-arrest/

Thailand to Closely Monitor G7 Energy Crisis Measures by Paul Rujopakarn BANGKOK (NNT) - Thai observers will keep a close eye on this year’s G7 summit in Germany at the end of this month, where important measures needed to address major crises around the world are expected to be discussed. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1263359-thailand-to-closely-monitor-g7-energy-crisis-measures/

by Paul Rujopakarn BANGKOK (NNT) - Thai observers will keep a close eye on this year’s G7 summit in Germany at the end of this month, where important measures needed to address major crises around the world are expected to be discussed. According to Deputy Prime Minister and Energy Minister Supattanapong Punmeechaow, the meeting of economic powers, as well as any proposed energy-related solutions, will have a significant impact on all nations affected by the global energy crisis. Minister Supattanapong said the Thai government has been running its own campaigns to support the production and sale of electric vehicles (EVs) that run on clean energy in order to help mitigate the problem. He noted, however, that additional external factors beyond the government’s control have been blamed for the current fuel crisis. Prior to the pandemic two years ago, the price of crude oil was US$70-80 per barrel (2,470-2,820 baht). Oil prices fell to around $50 per barrel during the height of the pandemic, which restricted travel and reduced global gasoline consumption. According to the energy minister, the price of crude rebounded to $70 per barrel before soaring to nearly $100 following the widespread availability of coronavirus vaccines and resumption of economic activity in 2021. Fuel prices have since reached an all-time high of $120 per barrel and continue to climb amid the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. The ministry projects that the global rise in fuel prices will persist for some time, adding that the hoarding of food and commodities such as wheat and copper had also pushed up market prices. -- © Copyright NNT 2022-06-20 - 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. Easiest way to own or rent a car in Thailand - click here to find out more!

Officials worried tourists could infect Hua Hin macaques with monkeypox By Online Reporter Mr. Wanchai Singto, Director of the Wildlife Conservation Department Conservation Area Administrative Office 3 Phetchaburi Branch was speaking during part of the mass sterilization campaign of up to 600 macaques which live in Khao Takiab and Hin Lek Fai. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1263355-officials-worried-tourists-could-infect-hua-hin-macaques-with-monkeypox/

By Online Reporter Mr. Wanchai Singto, Director of the Wildlife Conservation Department Conservation Area Administrative Office 3 Phetchaburi Branch was speaking during part of the mass sterilization campaign of up to 600 macaques which live in Khao Takiab and Hin Lek Fai. Mr. Wanchai said his department is not overly concerned about the threat of monkeypox. He said the main concern is that local macaques may become infected with the disease from tourists visiting Hua Hin. Mr. Wanchai said that the sterilization campaign began on June 1 and so far around 200 macaques have been sterilized. The macaques were also screened for monkeypox, all of which had tested negative. Full story: https://www.huahintoday.com/hua-hin-news/officials-worried-tourists-could-infect-hua-hin-macaques-with-monkeypox/ -- © Copyright Hua Hin Today 2022-06-20 - 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. Easiest way to own or rent a car in Thailand - click here to find out more!