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Ladyboy murder: Many twists - Lithuanian denies everything and blames mother - dog found with monk Picture: Thai Rath There have been many developments in the murder of 31 year old transgender man Theerapong Lamleua who was found earlier in the week in a storeroom at a house in Prasat district of Surin, NE Thailand. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1263187-ladyboy-murder-many-twists-lithuanian-denies-everything-and-blames-mother-dog-found-with-monk/

Picture: Thai Rath There have been many developments in the murder of 31 year old transgender man Theerapong Lamleua who was found earlier in the week in a storeroom at a house in Prasat district of Surin, NE Thailand. The suspect in the case - now named and Lithuanian not Russian - has blamed the mother who he said liked to steal her son's things. He has denied any involvement and said he was waiting for Theerapong to come to Pattaya. The victim's dog has been found in the possession of an abbot after it was apparently abandoned in a park. Thai Rath reported that the press were allowed access to Marius K., 31, yesterday afternoon following his initial interrogation after his arrest in Pattaya. He continues to deny any involvement after grilling by the Prasat police. Speaking through an interpreter he said the dog was left in a cage at the house and that J.J. (the nickname for Theerapong) had told him to go and wait in Pattaya, he would follow on later because he needed to meet someone. He said he was going to return abroad but J.J. wanted him to stay on in Thailand so he did. He said he took a phone belonging to the victim because he had two and he was going to repair it. He couldn't remember when he pressed the ATM and how much he withdrew. (Thai Rath did not make the details clear about this, notes ASEAN NOW). He couldn't remember what day he returned to Pattaya. Regarding bloodstains seen on his leg by the mother, that was caused by him scratching and blood on his clothes was caused by a nosebleed, he claimed. Reporters asked if he didn't murder Teerapong, who did? The suspect said he thought it was probably the mother and an old person whose name he didn't know. He claimed that the mother liked to sell her son's stuff and borrow money from him. There were frequent thefts at the house and the father had issued warnings. He denied there was an argument in a clip that has surfaced at a restaurant reiterating that he was waiting for J.J. and loved him and was very sad at his death. He added in tears that his own mother was very sick and that his elder brother was aware of the trouble facing him in Thailand but was not sure if he would come. Police said that despite all this they were waiting on DNA and other evidence analysis that will be ready shortly. Meanwhile reporters found the victim's dog "Emma" a 5 year old female in the possession of the abbot of Wat Sikhowaram, a monk called Kittitheeraporn. He said that a member of the public found it in a local park and advertised on Facebook for its owner to come forward. He decided to look after it in the meantime. He has named it "Cat" because it likes to play with cats and is lovely and playful and follows him everywhere. The owner never showed up and then he found out about the murder. He said that Theeraporn's mother had come to see him as her son was missing and asked him to perform a ceremony. Shortly after she discovered he was dead and asked him to perform a funeral instead. He believed that the spirit of the victim led the mother to him and the subsequent discovery of the body. He surmised that the "farang" had taken the dog to put in a cage because it would be problematic to take it and had finally decided to let it go in the park. Investigations continue. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-06-18 - 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

Phuket City Municipality repaints crosswalks to increase road safety By Goongnang Suksawat Phuket – The Phuket City Municipality has repainted crosswalks in Phuket Town to increase road safety for pedestrians and motorists. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1263181-phuket-city-municipality-repaints-crosswalks- to-increase-road-safety/

By Goongnang Suksawat Phuket – The Phuket City Municipality has repainted crosswalks in Phuket Town to increase road safety for pedestrians and motorists. A team of traffic engineers from the Phuket City Municipality have repainted crosswalks at intersections and a school in Phuket Town on Thursday (June 16th). The repainting is to improve the visibility of crosswalks which will increase more road safety for pedestrians and motorists according to Phuket City officials. Full story: https://thephuketexpress.com/2022/06/18/phuket-city-municipality-repaints-crosswalks-to-increase-road-safety/ -- © Copyright The Phuket Express 2022-06-18 - 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!

Thai FDA warns about advertising products with cannabis and hemp By Adam Judd Thailand – The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) of Thailand has delivered a public warning about advertising products with cannabis and hemp, stating that doing so incorrectly could bring stiff fines and even prison time. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1263180-thai-fda-warns-about-advertising-products-with-cannabis-and-hemp/

By Adam Judd Thailand – The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) of Thailand has delivered a public warning about advertising products with cannabis and hemp, stating that doing so incorrectly could bring stiff fines and even prison time. Mr. Paisarn Dankum, secretary-general of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) told the associated Thai press, “Advertising about medicines and herbs which have cannabis and hemp as part of the ingredients must be given permission from the FDA.” “The advertising must not be focused on children and pregnant women or mothers who are feeding babies mother’s milk. The advertising must not show benefits about people partying, laughing, or having a good time, etc.” Paisarn added. “A warning must be labeled on food and drink products containing hemp or cannabis to inform that consumers should read the instructions before consumption and that children, pregnant women and mothers feeding babies should avoid and if it causes any unfamiliar symptoms one should immediately stop,” Paisarn explained. Full story: https://thepattayanews.com/2022/06/17/thai-fda-warns-about-advertising-products-with-cannabis-and-hemp/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2022-06-18 - 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!

Alcohol sales ban in Thailand between 2 PM – 5 PM to be lifted nationwide on July 1st but only in hotels, says Tourism Minister By Adam Judd File Photo, Thai tourism Minister. National — The long-standing alcohol sales ban between 2-5 PM will be lifted nationwide on July 1st but only in hotels, the Tourism and Sports Minister said today, June 17th, at the Center for Covid-19 Situation (CCSA) meeting. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1263179-alcohol-sales-ban-in-thailand-between-2-pm-–-5-pm-to-be-lifted-nationwide-on-july-1st-but-only-in-hotels-says-tourism-minister/

File Photo, Thai tourism Minister. By Adam Judd National — The long-standing alcohol sales ban between 2-5 PM will be lifted nationwide on July 1st but only in hotels, the Tourism and Sports Minister said today, June 17th, at the Center for Covid-19 Situation (CCSA) meeting. According to Tourism and Sports Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, the CCSA has agreed to lift the unpopular nationwide alcohol sales ban between 2 PM – 5 PM, starting this July 1st along with the other newest relaxations that have just been updated today, June 17th, by the CCSA. Nevertheless, the change, according to the minister, will initially be limited to hotels that cater to tourists. Restaurants and tourist attractions may also sell alcohol during the extended period, at the provincial governor’s discretion, the minister said. Full story: https://thephuketexpress.com/2022/06/17/alcohol-sales-ban-in-thailand-between-2-pm-5-pm-to-be-lifted-nationwide-on-july-1st-but-only-in-hotels-says-tourism-minister/ -- © Copyright The Phuket Express 2022-06-18 - 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!

UPDATE: ‘Thailand Pass’ registration scheme to be lifted from 1 July 2022 At the point of entry into Thailand, travellers will only need to show proof of either a certificate of vaccination or a negative RT-PCR or professional ATK test result within 72 hours of travel. TAT Newsroom Koh Samui Bangkok – Thailand’s Centre of COVID-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) today approved the removal of the Thailand Pass registration scheme and an US$10,000 health insurance requirement for foreign visitors, effective 1 July, 2022. Both requirements were initially removed for Thai nationals from 1 June, 2022. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1263110-thai-covid-19-situation-center-agrees-to-restore-nationwide-green-zones-cancel-thailand-pass-eases-mask-mandate-and-more/?do=findComment&comment=17426322

‘Thailand Pass’ registration scheme to be lifted from 1 July 2022 At the point of entry into Thailand, travellers will only need to show proof of either a certificate of vaccination or a negative RT-PCR or professional ATK test result within 72 hours of travel. TAT Newsroom Koh Samui Bangkok – Thailand’s Centre of COVID-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) today approved the removal of the Thailand Pass registration scheme and an US$10,000 health insurance requirement for foreign visitors, effective 1 July, 2022. Both requirements were initially removed for Thai nationals from 1 June, 2022. From 1 July, 2022, foreign nationals are only required to show proof of either a certificate of vaccination or a negative RT-PCR or professional ATK test result within 72 hours of travel. These can be in a print or digital format. Random checks will be made on arrivals at Thailand’s international airports or land border checkpoints (in 22 provinces). Unvaccinated/not fully vaccinated travellers who are random checked and who are unable to show proof of a pre-arrival negative test will be required to undergo a professional ATK test at the point of entry. Meanwhile, the CCSA also approved the designation of Bangkok and 76 provinces as the Surveillance or green zone, thus allowing resumption of new normal businesses and activities nationwide. And while maintaining the safety and health measures under the universal prevention, the Royal Thai Government is preparing to announce a new set of guidelines as the nation is stepping into post-pandemic. TAT Newsroom will be providing updates in detail via www.tatnews.org once the official directives have been announced in the Royal Thai Government Gazette. Source: https://www.tatnews.org/2022/06/thailand-pass-registration-scheme-to-be-lifted-from-1-july-2022/ -- © Copyright TAT NEWS 2022-06-18 - 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!

UPDATE: Thai gov to remove mask mandates for outdoors, scrap Thailand Pass in July By Erich Parpart According to the Centre for Covid-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) on Friday, Thailand Pass will be cancelled, face masks will be “recommended” for closed and crowded areas, and entertainment venues will be able to operate normally starting on July 1. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1263110-thai-covid-19-situation-center-agrees-to-restore-nationwide-green-zones-cancel-thailand-pass-eases-mask-mandate-and-more/?do=findComment&comment=17426314

Thai gov to remove mask mandates for outdoors, scrap Thailand Pass in July By Erich Parpart According to the Centre for Covid-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) on Friday, Thailand Pass will be cancelled, face masks will be “recommended” for closed and crowded areas, and entertainment venues will be able to operate normally starting on July 1. Entry rules Foreigners will no longer be required to register with the Thailand Pass (TP) system or acquire a Certificate of Entry (CoE) before entering Thailand. The minimum health insurance coverage of 10,000 USD for foreigners will also be lifted. However, visitors will still have to provide proof of Covid vaccinations or test results if asked via random inspection on arrival or exit. Full story: https://www.thaienquirer.com/41000/thai-gov-to-remove-mask-mandates-for-outdoors-scrap-thailand-pass-in-july/ -- © Copyright Thai Enquirer 2022-06-18 - 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!

UPDATE: Thailand Pass scrapped, no face masks from July 1 By Online Reporter Foreign tourists visiting Thailand will no longer be required to use the Thailand Pass online registration from July 1. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1263110-thai-covid-19-situation-center-agrees-to-restore-nationwide-green-zones-cancel-thailand-pass-eases-mask-mandate-and-more/?do=findComment&comment=17426311

Thailand Pass scrapped, no face masks from July 1 By Online Reporter Foreign tourists visiting Thailand will no longer be required to use the Thailand Pass online registration from July 1. On Friday (Jun 17), Thailand’s COVID-19 taskforce confirmed the further easing of restrictions, removing some of the country’s last remaining curbs put in place to limit the spread of the virus. The US$10,000 health insurance requirement for foreign visitors will also end on July 1, the CCSA announced. In addition to the cancellation of Thailand Pass, the rules regarding mask wearing will also be eased from July 1. Full story: https://www.huahintoday.com/hua-hin-news/thailand-pass-scrapped-no-face-masks-from-july-1/ -- © Copyright Hua Hin Today 2022-06-18 - 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!

UPDATE: Boomtime with Thailand Pass gone by July 1st along with 2 am closing and face mask easing by Carla Boonkong & Pranee O' Connor Government House spokesman Thanakorn Wangboonkongchana before the Centre for Covid-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) meeting on Friday still spoke of the need to be vigilant and for the public to continue wearing face masks where appropriate. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1263110-thai-covid-19-situation-center-agrees-to-restore-nationwide-green-zones-cancel-thailand-pass-eases-mask-mandate-and-more/?do=findComment&comment=17426307

Boomtime with Thailand Pass gone by July 1st along with 2 am closing and face mask easing by Carla Boonkong & Pranee O' Connor Government House spokesman Thanakorn Wangboonkongchana before the Centre for Covid-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) meeting on Friday still spoke of the need to be vigilant and for the public to continue wearing face masks where appropriate. After the meeting, it was clarified that Thailand Pass will be abolished from July 1st, along with the medical insurance requirements for foreign tourists and the need to wear a face mask in public except in crowded areas and places with poor ventilation. Face mask requirement in public is abandoned except for crowded areas and places with poor ventilation such as public transport as Thailand drops all restrictions and bugbears which impede foreign visitor numbers. Consequently, a boom is expected in the coming six to seven months with some optimistic industry insiders saying Thailand can achieve up to 15 million visitors in 2022 as the good times, long thought of as lost to the past, come roaring back to life. Thailand has announced long-anticipated measures that will allow the kingdom’s foreign tourism and nightlife industry to finally return to normal after July 1st when a key committee on Friday decided to do away with the Thailand Pass application, medical insurance requirements and nearly all public face mask-wearing from July 1st next. It is expected that the move will herald a boom in foreign tourist arrivals in the second half of the year as the country’s critical income-generating foreign tourism industry engine gathers steam. Full story: https://www.thaiexaminer.com/thai-news-foreigners/2022/06/17/thailand-pass-app-gone-at-last-by-july-1st/ -- © Copyright Thai Examiner 2022-06-18 - 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!

UPDATE: Thailand lowers COVID-19 alert from Level 3 to 2 nationwide People wearing face masks exit a BTS skytrain in Bangkok on December 6, 2021 as Thailand recorded on Monday its first case of the Covid-19 coronavirus Omicron variant. Jack TAYLOR / AFP The Ministry of Public Health has decided to lower the COVID-19 alert, from Level 3 to Level 2, throughout the country, in line with declining new infections, serious cases and fatalities. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1263148-public-health-ministry-lowers-covid-19-alert/?do=findComment&comment=17426292

Thailand lowers COVID-19 alert from Level 3 to 2 nationwide People wearing face masks exit a BTS skytrain in Bangkok on December 6, 2021 as Thailand recorded on Monday its first case of the Covid-19 coronavirus Omicron variant. Jack TAYLOR / AFP The Ministry of Public Health has decided to lower the COVID-19 alert, from Level 3 to Level 2, throughout the country, in line with declining new infections, serious cases and fatalities. Public Health Permanent Secretary Dr. Kiattibhoom Vongrachit said today (Friday) that, despite the relaxation of restrictions, including the reopening of pubs and bars, there have been no reports of infection clusters and most nightlife operators have been complying with the COVID free setting requirements. He also said that hospital bed occupancy for COVID-19 patients is now under 10%. Level 2 is the second lowest out of 5 levels. There is an advisory for people who are over 60, pregnant women, those suffering from underlying diseases, as well as people who are not fully vaccinated or who have not had booster shots. Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/thailand-lowers-covid-19-alert-from-level-3-to-2-nationwide/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-06-18 - 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!

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Govt Urged to Further Relax Rules to Aid Tourism Firms BANGKOK (NNT) - Tourism businesses have urged the government to further relax restrictions to stimulate the economy. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1263128-govt-urged-to-further-relax-rules-to-aid-tourism-firms/

Thailand Lauded for Efforts to Improve Labor Rights by Krajangwit Johjit BANGKOK (NNT) - The European Union has commended Thailand for its efforts to improve labor rights in its seafood industry in accordance with Good Labour Practice (GLP) guidelines. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1263111-thailand-lauded-for-efforts-to-improve-labor-rights/

Thai Covid-19 Situation Center agrees to restore nationwide green zones, cancel Thailand Pass, eases mask mandate, and more By Tanakorn Panyadee National/Bangkok — The Center for Covid-19 Situation (CCSA) has reportedly given the green light to restore nationwide green zones, cancel Thailand Pass, ease the mask mandate in open areas, and extend legal closing hours for nightlife outlets to 2 AM. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1263110-thai-covid-19-situation-center-agrees-to-restore-nationwide-green-zones-cancel-thailand-pass-eases-mask-mandate-and-more/

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Thailand Lauded for Efforts to Improve Labor Rights by Krajangwit Johjit BANGKOK (NNT) - The European Union has commended Thailand for its efforts to improve labor rights in its seafood industry in accordance with Good Labour Practice (GLP) guidelines. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1263111-thailand-lauded-for-efforts-to-improve-labor-rights/

by Krajangwit Johjit BANGKOK (NNT) - The European Union has commended Thailand for its efforts to improve labor rights in its seafood industry in accordance with Good Labour Practice (GLP) guidelines. During an interview, Giuseppe Busini, the deputy head of the EU Delegation to Thailand, praised Thailand for its efforts to improve the quality of life of migrant workers in the seafood industry. In a recent report, the International Labour Organization (ILO) noted that the Thai Tuna Industry Association (TTIA) and the Thai Frozen Food Association (TFFA) are complying with the GLP program to improve the lives of migrant workers and provide support through welfare committees. According to the ILO, the TTIA and TFFA have also been covering employment-related fees to lighten the financial load of migrant workers. Pongthiti Pongsilamanee, deputy secretary-general of the State Enterprise Workers’ Relations Confederation, said the GLP strengthens employee-employer relations based on labor rights principles and paves the way for the promotion of sustainable development in the seafood industry. Meanwhile, Permanent Secretary of Labor Boonchob Suttamanuswong, stated that the ministry remains committed to working with the ILO and other networks to strengthen GLP in the Thai seafood industry and other businesses. Thailand was one of the top ten seafood exporters in the world in 2018. The year before, the industry exported over 1.6 million tons of seafood worth $5.7 billion. The GLP was developed jointly by the ILO, Labour Ministry, TTIA, and TFFA with support from the EU via the Ship to Shore Rights South East Asia program supported by the EU. 106 companies have since joined the project, which ensures the seafood industry adheres to international labor standards and Thai law. -- © Copyright NNT 2022-06-17 - 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!