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Thai couple accused of physically and sexually abusing girl byf Petch Petpailin Photo via Facebook/ North Now A Thai mother accused two of her friends of physically and sexually abusing her four year old daughter after the girl sustained multiple injuries to her body, brain, and genitals. The babysitting couple deny the charges. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1323291-thai-couple-accused-of-physically-and-sexually-abusing-girl/

A Thai mother accused two of her friends of physically and sexually abusing her four year old daughter after the girl sustained multiple injuries to her body, brain, and genitals. The babysitting couple deny the charges. The 26 year old woman, A, filed a complaint against the couple, a 33 year old woman named Rattanaporn Banyen and a 29 year old man named Subsin Duangkunlasa, at Bangmulnak Police Station in the Isaan province of Phichit. A said she suspected Rattanaporn and Subsin of brutally assaulting her four year old daughter Bee, leaving the girl in a critical condition. According to A, Bee had wounds and bruises all over her body, her brain was damaged, and her vagina had been severely harmed. A explained that she hired Rattanaporn and Subsin to take care of her daughter in November of last year because she had to work on a construction site in Bangkok. She trusted the couple because they were her friends. Unexpectedly, A was notified on March 17 that her daughter fell off a bicycle, had a seizure, and lost consciousness. The couple informed A that they took the girl to the Taphan Hin Crown Prince Hospital in Phichit province before the girl was transferred to Sawanpracharak Hospital in Nakhon Sawan province. A immediately travelled to Nakhon Sawan to check on her daughter. From a medical examination, she strongly believed that Rattanaporn and Subsin had physically and sexually assaulted the girl. She vowed to pursue legal action against them to the fullest extent. Deny accusations A Taphan Hin Crown Prince Hospital doctor, Wisit Apisitwittaya, told Channel 3 that Bee was admitted to the hospital without consciousness. Her eyes were wide but unresponsive. Her head was swollen, her body bore several bruises and wounds, and a trace of sexual assault was evidenced on her genitals. An officer from the Bangmulnak Police Station, Wichian Lorphichit, disclosed that officers already questioned four people from both parties and already received a medical report from the two hospitals. With clear medical evidence, Rattanaporn and Subsin were charged under Section 297 of the Criminal Law for assaulting another person resulting in serious injury. The penalty is imprisonment between six months to 10 years and a fine between 10,000 and 200,000 baht. Police also charged Subsin for sexually assaulting the girl. The penalty is imprisonment from seven to 20 years, a fine from 140,000 baht to 400,000 baht, or both according to Section 277 of the Criminal Law: sexually assaulting children aged under 13 years old. Despite the evidence, the couple denied all allegations, prompting police to continue the investigation. by Petch Petpailin Photo via Facebook/ North Now Source: The Thaiger 2024-03-26 - Discover how Cigna Insurance can protect you with a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment. For more information on expat health insurance click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Crashing His Motorbike Into a Wall in Phuket By Goongnang Suksawat Thalang-A young Russian man died after he crashed a motorbike into a house’s wall in the Thep Krasattri sub-district on Sunday night (March 24th) Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1323290-crashing-his-motorbike-into-a-wall-in-phuket/

Thalang-A young Russian man died after he crashed a motorbike into a house’s wall in the Thep Krasattri sub-district on Sunday night (March 24th) The Thalang Police were notified of the incident at 10:00 P.M. in front of a house in Baan Don. Emergency responders arrived at the scene to find the damaged motorbike stuck between a power pole and the wall. Nearby was found the body of the rider, MR. EVGENII VIKTOROVICH, 25, a Russian national, in front of the house. A helmet was found at the scene but it was unclear if the Russian rider was wearing the helmet before the accident. By Goongnang Suksawat Full story: THE PHUKET EXPRESS 2024-03-26 - Discover how Cigna Insurance can protect you with a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment. For more information on expat health insurance click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Thailand Sets Compensation for Wild Animal Attack Victims By Goongnang Suksawat The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment has introduced new compensation regulations for victims of wild animal attacks, responding to increasing incidents involving monkeys in Lop Buri province. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1323289-thailand-sets-compensation-for-wild-animal-attack-victims/

The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment has introduced new compensation regulations for victims of wild animal attacks, responding to increasing incidents involving monkeys in Lop Buri province. Under the guidance of Natural Resources and Environment Minister Pol Gen Patcharawat Wongsuwon, the regulations, effective from Saturday (Mar 23), outline compensations up to 100,000 baht for severe injuries or death, 50,000 baht for the loss of a limb or an eye, and a cap of 30,000 baht for other injuries. Additionally, victims can receive daily payments of 300 baht during their recovery for up to 180 days. The move aims to offer financial relief to those affected by encounters with wild animals such as monkeys, elephants, gaurs, and bears. The initiative arrives amidst growing concerns over aggressive macaques in Lop Buri, which have been reported to attack locals and tourists alike, primarily to snatch food. The Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation plans to relocate aggressive monkeys from Lop Buri’s urban areas to designated enclosures within the province and nearby Nakhon Nayok, noting that food scarcity during the hot season often triggers their aggressive behavior. The preceding is a press release from the Thai Government PR Department. Source: THE PHUKET EXPRESS 2024-03-26 - Discover how Cigna Insurance can protect you with a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment. For more information on expat health insurance click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

No More ‘Bananas’ For Potential Move Forward Defectors: Thammanat By Thai Newsroom Reporters Former Move Forward leader Pita Limjaroenrat, right, and Thanathorn Juangroongruangkit, left. Photo: Thai Rath PALANG PRACHARATH Secretary-General Thammanat Prompao today (Mar. 25) categorically denied allegations that his coalition party might possibly tempt potential Move Forward defectors with payoff in cash. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1323288-no-more-‘bananas’-for-potential-move-forward-defectors-thammanat/

PALANG PRACHARATH Secretary-General Thammanat Prompao today (Mar. 25) categorically denied allegations that his coalition party might possibly tempt potential Move Forward defectors with payoff in cash. Thammanat who concurrently performs as agriculture & cooperatives minister told reporters no more “bananas” will be handed out by the Palang Pracharath to any potential MPs who might skip over from the Move Forward to his coalition party, given the possibility that the latter party might be dissolved by court in near future. In Thailand’s political jargon, “banana” means a payoff in cash earlier alleged of changing hands among politicians in exchange for the recipient to cast votes in accordance with the donor’s whims or skip over from their current party to the donor’s camp for whatever reason. Thammanat was responding to unconfirmed hearsay that a few Move Forward MPs had quietly met with Palang Pracharath leader Prawit Wongsuwan in alleged pursuit of defection to his coalition party in case that the progressive camp might possibly be dissolved by the Constitutional Court for attempts to amend the draconian lese majeste law, also known as Section 112 of the Criminal Code, which may have been allegedly tantamount to an undermining of rule. By Thai Newsroom Reporters TOP: Former Move Forward leader Pita Limjaroenrat, right, and Thanathorn Juangroongruangkit, left. Photo: Thai Rath Full story: THAI NEWSROOM 2024-03-26 - Discover how Cigna Insurance can protect you with a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment. For more information on expat health insurance click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Massive Cattle Smuggling Operation Foiled at Thai-Myanmar Border, 128 Cows Seized By Kittisak Phalaharn Tak—At 1:00 AM, on March 25th, 2024, Tha Song Yang police and relevant agencies intercepted illegal cow smuggling of 128 units at the Thai-Myanmar border, in Tha Song Yang, Tak. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1323284-massive-cattle-smuggling-operation-foiled-at-thai-myanmar-border-128-cows-seized/

Tak—At 1:00 AM, on March 25th, 2024, Tha Song Yang police and relevant agencies intercepted illegal cow smuggling of 128 units at the Thai-Myanmar border, in Tha Song Yang, Tak. Tha Song Yang police, rangers, and relevant agencies patrolled the Thai-Myanmar border at night. However, eight suspicious pickup trucks were detected carrying 48 cattle. The officers intercepted the caravan and captured eight suspects. Another report was from police patrol units that a group of unidentified individuals attempted to smuggle cattle of 48 units to the Thai border. However, the suspects were able to flee the police pursuit and crossed the Moei River while leaving the cattle behind. By Kittisak Phalaharn Full story: THE PATTAYA NEWS 2024-03-26 - Discover how Cigna Insurance can protect you with a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment. For more information on expat health insurance click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Thai Private Sectors Support Legalizing Casinos in Thailand to Boost the Economy and Tackle Illegal Gambling By Kittisak Phalaharn National—On March 24th, Mr. Chris Cherdsuriya, Chief Advisor to the Executive Board of Honor Group, a Pattaya-based real estate and hotel operator, publicly revealed his support for legalizing casinos in Thailand as a part of entertainment complexes including various activities and services. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1323283-thai-private-sectors-support-legalizing-casinos-in-thailand-to-boost-the-economy/

National—On March 24th, Mr. Chris Cherdsuriya, Chief Advisor to the Executive Board of Honor Group, a Pattaya-based real estate and hotel operator, publicly revealed his support for legalizing casinos in Thailand as a part of entertainment complexes including various activities and services. Previously, the Thai standing committee considered opening a full-service entertainment complex aimed at tackling illegal gambling and boosting the national economy. If the parliament approves the draft, it will be forwarded to the Thai Cabinet for consideration following procedures. The legalization proposal was for casino-designated zones in entertainment complexes that were within 100 kilometers of Don Mueang Airport, Suvarnabhumi Airport, and U-tapao Airport, in 17 provinces in central and east Thailand, 22 provinces in main tourist attractions, and 22 provinces on the Thai border, according to Thai national media. By Kittisak Phalaharn Full story: THE PATTAYA NEWS 2024-03-26 - Discover how Cigna Insurance can protect you with a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment. For more information on expat health insurance click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Street Shooting Incident in Pathum Thani Leaves Three People Injured, Police Investigating Suspects By Kittisak Phalaharn Pathumthani—At 5:40 PM, on March 24th, 2024, Khlong Luang police officers received a shooting report causing three injuries in Soi Thepkunchorn, Khlong Luang, Pathum Thani. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1323282-street-shooting-incident-in-pathum-thani-leaves-three-people-injured/

Pathumthani—At 5:40 PM, on March 24th, 2024, Khlong Luang police officers received a shooting report causing three injuries in Soi Thepkunchorn, Khlong Luang, Pathum Thani. Khlong Luang police and emergency services were dispatched to the incident scene and found three victims who were publicly identified only as Mr. Teeraphan, 20, Mr. Nawamin, 22, and another person whose name was completely withheld by the police. The emergency teams performed first aid before transferring two of the victims to Thammasat University Hospital for immediate medical treatment. One of the victims suffered only very minor injuries not needing hospital care and was escorted to the Khlong Luang police station for police interrogation. By Kittisak Phalaharn Full story: The Thaiger 2024-03-26 - Discover how Cigna Insurance can protect you with a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment. For more information on expat health insurance click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Tuesday 26 March 2024 Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1323281-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-tuesday-26-march-2024/

The Consumers Council has urged the government to temporarily reduce the cost of electricity to alleviate the burden on households during the hot season. Despite three proposed adjustments by the Energy Commission, none would offer lower prices. The Council proposes lowering the tariff from 4.18 to 3.99 baht per kilowatt-hour from May to August this year. Thailand started the delivery of aid to Myanmar yesterday in a humanitarian initiative that seeks to pave the way for talks between warring camps after three years of instability and violence. The first batch of 4,000 bags of rice, dried food and other essentials for 20,000 people was delivered in a convoy by the Thai Red Cross to its Myanmar counterpart at the Mae Sot-Myawaddy border crossing. A Senator has accused a department of Agriculture task force of extorting money from rubber growers and traders. The task force seized 600 tonnes of rubber worth 15 million baht from a villager in Kanchanaburi, letting it decay for a month over a disputed origin of 29 tonnes of the consignment.. Another grower was falsely accused of smuggling rubber. The Senator alleges the task force deployed officers in 30 cars daily to extort money from rubber transporters at checkpoints between Thailand and neighboring countries. The Supreme Administrative Court ruled it would allow lower courts to accept lawsuits from five consumers opposing the merger of True and Dtac mobile phone operators. The court's ruling declared that Mobile providers are inherently a semi-monopoly which is detrimental to the public. The deal Consumer rights groups are concerned that the merger could result in a duopoly with only two major players in the market, The government says it will launch its 10,000 baht digital wallet handout scheme in the last quarter of the year, The 500-billion-baht scheme was due to be launched in May, but the legality of the scheme has been called into question, the anti corruption commission has warned the government of a minefield of potential pitfalls And… The 45th Bangkok International Motor Show takes place at IMPACT Muang Thong Thani north of the capital from tomorrow until 7th April. Around the region WEATHER Chiang Mai and the north: Sunny, partly cloudy 39C Bangkok: cloudy with thundershowers, 34C Pattaya: Partly cloud with showers 33C Phuket and the south: Sunny light cloud 34C Hua Hin: Sunny winds light from the south 34C AQI yellow moderate, Green clear, yellow moderate, Orange High, Red unhealthy. Credits: Bangkok Post, The Nation, Asean Now, Khaosod English, Hua Hin Today, Royal Coast Review, Kulsawek Sawekwannakorn, Thainewsroom.com, The Pattaya News, Phuket News, Channel News Asia, South China Morning Post, The Straits Times. The Irrawaddy. Windy.com. Wunderground.com -- SURF 102.5 FM 2024-03-26 Listen Live: Surf 102.5 Facebook: Surf 102.5 - Discover how Cigna Insurance can protect you with a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment. For more information on expat health insurance click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Suvarnabhumi Airport Customs Arrest Drug Trafficker from Nigeria On Monday (March 25, 2024), Mr. Phantong Loikulnarn, advisor for development and tax management spokesperson for the Customs Department, revealed that in line with Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin's directive to combat all aspects of drug abuse, including production, importation, exportation, transit, and clandestine distribution, all relevant agencies are coordinating efforts to eradicate drug trafficking from the country. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1323274-suvarnabhumi-airport-customs-arrest-drug-trafficker-from-nigeria/

Suvarnabhumi Immigration Adjusts Procedures to Accommodate Foreign Visitors During Summer Picture: Siam Rath Suvarnabhumi Airport immigration officials inspected readiness as the summer approaches. Following a recent incident on February 24th, Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin visited the immigration area unannounced and expressed dissatisfaction with certain operational aspects, particularly immigration processes. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1323272-suvarnabhumi-immigration-adjusts-procedures-to-accommodate-foreign-visitors-during-summer/

On Monday (March 25, 2024), Mr. Phantong Loikulnarn, advisor for development and tax management spokesperson for the Customs Department, revealed that in line with Prime Minister Settha Tawesin's directive to combat all aspects of drug abuse, including production, importation, exportation, transit, and clandestine distribution, all relevant agencies are coordinating efforts to eradicate drug trafficking from the country. Picture: Siam Rath Customs Director-General Teerachai Atthawanit has instructed officials to intensify surveillance to prevent the smuggling of drugs through all channels, reported Siam Rath. The Customs Department, along with the Airport Interdiction Task Force (AITF), comprising the Narcotics Control Board, Narcotics Suppression Bureau, Security Preservation Center, and Thai Military Headquarters, is rigorously monitoring and cracking down on such activities. Picture: Siam Rath Most recently, on March 23, 2024, investigators, along with customs officials at Suvarnabhumi Airport, intercepted a Nigerian male passenger arriving from Doha, Qatar. Suspecting illicit activities, they subjected him to inspection, revealing 69 cocaine pellets, a Type 2 drug (cocaine), concealed inside his body by ingestion, with a total weight of 1,390 grams and a value of 4,170,000 Baht. The apprehended suspect was processed and handed over to the police for further legal action. -- ASEAN NOW 2024-03-26 - Discover how Cigna Insurance can protect you with a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment. For more information on expat health insurance click here. Get your business in front of millions of customers who read ASEAN NOW with an interest in Thailand every month - email marketing[at]aseannow.com for more information Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Suvarnabhumi Airport immigration officials inspected readiness as the summer approaches. Following a recent incident on February 24th, Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin visited the immigration area unannounced and expressed dissatisfaction with certain operational aspects, particularly immigration processes. He urged immigration authorities to assess peak passenger times and streamline services accordingly. Picture: Siam Rath On March 25th, Police Lieutenant General Kittirat Ratana, Deputy Director of the Airport Authority, along with other immigration officials, conducted an inspection. They assessed whether the Prime Minister's directives had been implemented and addressed any issues, particularly during peak passenger times, reported Siam Rath. Kittirat Ratana reported adjustments in passport inspection processes at immigration counters, reducing entry time from 45 to 30 seconds. Automatic passport scanners now expedite the process in just 20 seconds. Picture: Siam Rath In cases of heavy passenger traffic, additional immigration staff are deployed to assist, ensuring efficient service delivery. Furthermore, infrastructure and biometric systems at immigration checkpoints have been upgraded to prevent system failures. Picture: Siam Rath Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin expressed concern about the upcoming influx of foreign visitors in the fourth quarter and emphasized preparedness across all immigration units. Today's inspection reaffirmed the airport's commitment to efficient immigration service provision. -- ASEAN NOW 2024-03-26 - Discover how Cigna Insurance can protect you with a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment. For more information on expat health insurance click here. Get your business in front of millions of customers who read ASEAN NOW with an interest in Thailand every month - email marketing[at]aseannow.com for more information Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe TOP Picture: Siam Rath

Giant Italian-Thai behemoth fights for survival and to pay wages as fears rise about the wider economy by James Morris and Son Nguyen The President of Italian-Thai Development Plc Premchai Karnasuta. His construction firm is the largest in Thailand. However, it is burdened with liabilities of ฿106 billion in a gathering financial storm which has seen it unable to pay wages. Mr Premchai was jailed by a Thai court in 2020 for illegal poaching. He was later released on parole in October 2023 on health grounds. There are rising fears that Thailand could be facing a private-sector debt crisis. It comes as the country’s leading construction firm fights for survival. Thai Construction behemoth Italian-Thai Development Plc (ITD) fights for survival amid a growing financial crisis. Intense negotiations are ongoing. Worker wages in limbo. Government and banks are on edge. Will Italian-Thai weather this storm as it did previously in 1997? Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1323267-giant-italian-thai-behemoth-fights-for-survival-and-to-pay-wages/

The President of Italian-Thai Development Plc Premchai Karnasuta. His construction firm is the largest in Thailand. However, it is burdened with liabilities of ฿106 billion in a gathering financial storm which has seen it unable to pay wages. Mr Premchai was jailed by a Thai court in 2020 for illegal poaching. He was later released on parole in October 2023 on health grounds. There are rising fears that Thailand could be facing a private-sector debt crisis. It comes as the country’s leading construction firm fights for survival. Thai Construction behemoth Italian-Thai Development Plc (ITD) fights for survival amid a growing financial crisis. Intense negotiations are ongoing. Worker wages in limbo. Government and banks are on edge. Will Italian-Thai weather this storm as it did previously in 1997? Intensive negotiations are underway to secure the future of Thailand’s top construction firm Italian-Thai Development plc (ITD). At this time, the focus is on securing a financial lifeline for the firm to pay outstanding salaries by the end of April. The firm shocked Thailand’s financial market in January when it deferred ฿14.45 billion in bond repayments for two years. Similarly, with a flood of complaints over unpaid wages, the Ministry of Labour has now been forced to intervene. The firm recently requested an extension to file its financial statements for the year 2023 after its auditors refused to sign off on the accounts, citing the need for a review. The huge construction behemoth, established in Thailand in 1958, has been a key player in the kingdom’s economy and industrial development since. Its current predicament and financial distress could also certainly spell wider problems for Thailand’s economy. Established in 1958 as a partnership between a Thai businessman and an Italian, the Italian Thai Development Corporation has played a key role in developing the country’s infrastructure. by James Morris and Son Nguyen Full story: Thai Examiner.com 2024-03-26 - Discover how Cigna Insurance can protect you with a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment. For more information on expat health insurance click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Thailand Condemns Moscow Terrorist Attack and Offers Condolences By Adam Judd Thailand-In a heartfelt statement released today, Thailand expressed its profound shock and deep sadness over the tragic terrorist attack that occurred in the Moscow region on March 22, 2024. The devastating event led to the loss of many lives, with many people also injured. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1323266-thailand-condemns-moscow-terrorist-attack-and-offers-condolences/

Thailand-In a heartfelt statement released today, Thailand expressed its profound shock and deep sadness over the tragic terrorist attack that occurred in the Moscow region on March 22, 2024. The devastating event led to the loss of many lives, with many people also injured. The Thai government strongly condemned the brutal and heinous act, stating that such violence against innocent civilians is unacceptable. “Thailand unequivocally condemns this attack and all forms of terrorism,” the statement read. Thailand extended its deepest condolences to the families of the victims and assured that the Thai people stand in solidarity with the Russian people during this challenging time. By Adam Judd Full story: THE PATTAYA NEWS 2024-03-26 - Discover how Cigna Insurance can protect you with a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment. For more information on expat health insurance click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Five Mongolian Nationals Arrested for Pickpocketing Tourists in Bangkok and Pattaya By Aim Tanakorn Bangkok, Pattaya — The Tourist Police and Immigration Bureau have arrested a group of five Mongolian nationals suspected of pickpocketing tourists at major attractions in Bangkok and Pattaya. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1323265-five-mongolian-nationals-arrested-for-pickpocketing-tourists-in-bangkok-and-pattaya/