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The Thai Ministry of Defence outlined a comprehensive plan to downsize service personnel by approximately 700 individuals within the next three years. This strategic move aims to restructure the military and is expected to result in savings of up to 34 million baht. Defence Minister Sutin Klungsang confirmed these details after a Defence Council meeting last Thursday. The initial phase of the downsizing process, which will span the fiscal years from 2025 to 2027, was agreed upon unanimously during the council meeting. The idea to reduce military personnel was first proposed by Sutin in a budget bill debate for the fiscal year 2024 on January 4. The defence minister has issued a new regulation focusing on early retirements to help decrease the number of high-ranking officers across the three military branches by almost half, equating to around 380 officers, by 2027. Defence Spokesman, Rear Admiral Thanitpong Sirisawetsak, shared further details on the proposed structural changes within the military. To minimise work redundancy, several divisions will be merged. For instance, the Office of the Secretary of the Reserve Personnel Committee and the Recruitment Division, Department of Defence Resources, are set to be consolidated with the Ministry’s Office Permanent Secretary. The restructuring also includes the reform of some military structures. The Defence Information and Space Technology Department, for instance, will be revamped to work more cohesively with the Military Cyber Centre, which is expected to evolve into the Military Cyber Command soon. In addition, certain organisations will transform. The ASEAN Office of Defense Policy and Planning will become the Office of International and ASEAN Cooperation, and the Royal Initiative Project and Security Coordination Centre will be transformed into the Royal Initiative Project Development Office. In related developments, Sutin has instructed the Judge Advocate General’s Department to revise regulations relating to servicemen’s job descriptions, reported Bangkok Post. This order comes in response to a video posted by a former conscript on March 10, which went viral. The video showed the former conscript tasked with washing his superior’s wife’s underwear, among other domestic duties. Sutin has emphasised the need for an official job description for conscripts working at their superiors’ residences. by Mitch Connor Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post Source: The Thaiger 2024-03-22 - 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

Russian woman fined for kicking, Grab gets owned at Phuket Airport - TNT - March 22 Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1322990-russian-woman-fined-for-kicking-grab-gets-owned-at-phuket-airport-tnt-march-22/

Thailand news - A court has issued the Russian woman in Koh Pha Ngan a small fine after kicking a pregnant Thai woman on Monday. Grab gets access to Phuket Airport, but at what cost. Warning of a new online scam, this time its electricity bills, a triple fatal shooting in Lopburi. Thai domestic tourism has been surging over the past two months, Thailand isn't quite as 'happy' as people think, a 'mysterious' layer of air pollution descended on parts of Bangkok on Wednesday night, and a HUGE concrete wall has been erected on a public beach on Koh Chang - the hotel says they have permission, the local administrators say 'no'. Tim Newton Today is a daily take on Thai and regional news and issues of interest to expats and foreign tourists.

Thai man admits to killing his ex-girlfriend and staging her suicide by Petch Petpailin Photo via Twitter/ @RedSkullxxx A Thai man confessed to killing his ex-girlfriend at an apartment in Lat Phrao district of Bangkok and staging her suicide to evade arrest. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1322989-thai-man-admits-to-killing-his-ex-girlfriend-and-staging-her-suicide/

A Thai man confessed to killing his ex-girlfriend at an apartment in Lat Phrao district of Bangkok and staging her suicide to evade arrest. The suspect, Nattaphon “Bank” Wannasut, reported the death of his ex-girlfriend, 21 year old On-arun “Fon” Naowarath, to an apartment security guard on the morning of March 18. The 30 year old claimed Fon committed suicide by hanging herself from an air-conditioning compressor. After reporting the death, Bank disappeared from the apartment without informing the police. The security guard decided to notify a rescue team and officers from Chokchai Police Station, leading to an investigation in Fon’s room. A rescuer, Montri Kaiyafai, told Channel 7 that Fon was found lying backwards on her legs on the balcony of her room with red bruises on her neck. A towel hung from the air-conditioning compressor on the balcony. The guard informed Montri that Bank had removed Fon’s body from where it was suspended by the towel. A letter, supposedly written by Fon, was discovered in the room. In the letter, Fon said she was tired of everything in life and saw death as a solution. She apologised to her mother and professed her love for her. According to Amarin TV, Bank messaged Fon’s friend, indicating that she had arrived at the room around 3am. He urged Fon to rest, but she declined, stating her desire to smoke. Bank then left Fon alone on the balcony and drifted off to sleep, only to awaken the next day to discover Fon’s lifeless body. Ex-boyfriend confesses Fon’s mother, 55 year old Dao Rittapromp, insisted that Fon’s death was murder, not a suicide. She said the hand-written message on the letter was different from Fon’s. She suspected Bank due to his history of abusive behaviour and physical assaults against Fon. Dao revealed that Fon had informed her of her breakup with Bank due to his drug use, abusive behaviour, and refusal to work. Despite the split, Bank persisted in visiting Fon and attempting to reconcile with her. Fon’s manager, Archan Kamkaew, contradicted Bank’s version of events, asserting that Fon and she had concluded their work at a snooker club around 2am. They remained together until Archan dropped Fon off at her apartment at approximately 4am. Archan maintained that Fon did not return home at 3 am as Bank alleged, and Fon did not display any indications of suicidal tendencies. Channel 8 reported yesterday, March 21, that Bank finally confessed to murdering Fon in the apartment. He recounted how Fon had a new boyfriend and asked him to return a key card to her room. Fon requested that Bank wait outside her apartment but he waited inside instead. According to the media, Fon did not return to her room at the scheduled time because she knew that Bank was there. She was worried that Bank would hurt her and decided to return room in the early morning of the day thinking it would be safer. However, Bank murdered her in the morning and staged the suicide scene. by Petch Petpailin Photo via Twitter/ @RedSkullxxx Full story: The Thaiger 2024-03-22 - 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

Powering down to unplug overhead chaos for underground gain by Alex Morgan Picture courtesy of Unsplash Four major organisations, namely the Metropolitan Electricity Authority (MEA), the Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA), the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) and the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration, have joined forces to replace overhead cables with underground ones along 116 routes. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1322988-powering-down-to-unplug-overhead-chaos-for-underground-gain/

Four major organisations, namely the Metropolitan Electricity Authority (MEA), the Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA), the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) and the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration, have joined forces to replace overhead cables with underground ones along 116 routes. This substantial project, spanning across both Bangkok and other provinces, will cover a total distance of 213 kilometres. Originally slated for last year, this project is part of a larger plan. This includes the rearrangement of overhead cables across 1,407 routes in Bangkok and the provinces, covering a combined length of 2,498 kilometres. The private operators, owning the telecom and broadcasting cables, will collaborate with the aforementioned four organisations to ensure the project’s timely completion. A recent meeting between the management representatives of these four parties agreed upon the operating costs for each entity to avoid any further delays. Under the agreement, NBTC will subsidise the cost of cable removal, with MEA and PEA providing financial backing for some parts of the equipment involved in the removal process. In the same vein, National Telecom (NT), a state telecom enterprise that owns conduits along 4,360 kilometres of roads nationwide, will reconsider a new rental rate to entice telecom operators for long-term rental agreements. Past plans for 2023 had aimed to lay cables underground across 158 routes covering a total length of 267 kilometres. However, due to unforeseen delays, cables were laid underground on only three routes in Bangkok, spanning 7.4 kilometres, and 39 routes in the provinces, covering 47 kilometres. This leaves the remaining work of 116 routes, covering a distance of 213 kilometres, to be completed this year. Moreover, previous plans for rearranging existing overhead cables in 2023 and 2024 aimed to cover 1,594 routes, spanning a distance of 3,047km. However, only 187 routes with a combined length of 548 kilometres were covered in 2023. An anonymous telecom industry source attributes the missed targets to the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic and political uncertainties. However, he also noted that the previous government had shown serious intent to improve the appearance of the country’s cities and provinces by laying overhead cables underground and rearranging overhead cables, reported Bangkok Post Between 2018 and 2023, the organisations involved managed to rearrange overhead cables along 290 routes covering 1,606 kilometres in Bangkok and adjacent areas, and along 8,168 routes covering 16,844 kilometres in the provinces. From 2017 to 2023, they laid overhead cables underground on 129 routes both in Bangkok and the provinces covering a combined length of 183 kilometres. by Alex Morgan Picture courtesy of Unsplash Source: The Thaiger 2024-03-22 - 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

Royal Thai Police internal conflict prompts public investigation by Mitch Connor The Royal Thai Police (RTP) is currently embroiled in an internal conflict that has drawn substantial public interest. A committee headed by the former Deputy Police Chief, Police General Winai Thongsong, has been tasked with investigating the matter and has been given a timeframe of 60 days to unearth the truth. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1322986-royal-thai-police-internal-conflict-prompts-public-investigation/

The Royal Thai Police (RTP) is currently embroiled in an internal conflict that has drawn substantial public interest. A committee headed by the former Deputy Police Chief, Police General Winai Thongsong, has been tasked with investigating the matter and has been given a timeframe of 60 days to unearth the truth. According to Pol. Gen. Winai, this investigation is not a hollow gesture but a necessary action aimed at transparency. It has been mandated that progress updates are communicated regularly to the public. The conflict’s escalation led Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin to order the transfer of the national police chief, Torsak Sukvimol, and his deputy, Pol. Gen. Surachate “Big Joke” Hakparn, to the Prime Minister’s Office earlier this week. This action is a result of weeks of building tension, primarily due to money laundering allegations surrounding the BNK Master online gambling website against Big Joke. Despite attempts, the police investigators were unsuccessful in issuing a summons for Big Joke to acknowledge the charge. However, Pol. Gen. Torsak announced that an arrest warrant and suspension from duty would be implemented if Big Joke failed to answer a second summons. The situation took another turn when a team of lawyers representing Big Joke accused 30 officers of receiving bribes from the same gambling network linked to Surachate. To prevent further damage to the RTP’s reputation, the prime minister initiated the formation of an impartial committee to investigate the conflict. During this 60-day investigation period, Pol. Gen. Kitrat Panphet will assume the role of acting national police chief. Accepting bribes The committee will scrutinise allegations of accepting bribes and making false accusations against Big Joke to obstruct his consideration for the police chief post. If the committee fails to complete the investigation within the allocated time, an extension will be sought. “The investigation will not be a hollow gesture; concrete action will be taken,” assured Pol Gen Winai. On Thursday, Prime Minister Srettha stated that the transfers of Pol. Gen. Torsak and Big Joke were necessary to ensure justice and public service. After a meeting of the Police Commission, the 62 year old Thai prime minister emphasised the importance of a dignified police force that serves the public interest without any external interference. Claiming their innocence until the investigation is concluded, the Bangkok-born Srettha explained that the transfers were designed to facilitate due process and prevent any potential interference. He urged the police to concentrate on addressing key issues such as narcotics, loan sharks, influential people, smuggled goods, and illegal firearms while discouraging any further public discussions about Pol Gen Torsak and Big Joke’s situation. by Mitch Connor Source: The Thaiger 2024-03-22 - 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

Sustainable solutions: Bangkok’s waste-to-energy plants by Puntid Tantivangphaisal Photo courtesy of The Nation To combat the Thai capital’s mounting garbage crisis, the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) is rolling out two cutting-edge waste-to-energy plants to revolutionise waste management by 2026. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1322984-sustainable-solutions-bangkok’s-waste-to-energy-plants/

To combat the Thai capital’s mounting garbage crisis, the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) is rolling out two cutting-edge waste-to-energy plants to revolutionise waste management by 2026. BMA permanent secretary Wanthanee Wattana voiced unwavering confidence in the timely completion of these game-changing facilities. Wattana revealed that construction is well underway at the Nong Khaem and On Nut garbage disposal centres, with Privy Councillor Palakorn Suwanrath spearheading the ceremonial groundwork for one of these eco-innovative power plants on March 12. “With Bangkok’s daily garbage surpassing the 1,000-tonne mark, the urgency for sustainable solutions is paramount.” She underscored that the existing Nong Khaem plant, operational since March 23, 2016, under the tenure of former governor Sukhumbhand Paribatra, is struggling to cope with the escalating waste volume. “The new plants are not just a necessity, they signify a pivotal step towards a greener, cleaner Bangkok.” by Puntid Tantivangphaisal Photo courtesy of The Nation Source: The Thaiger 2024-03-22 - 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

Huai Khwang’s food scene hit by strict regulations, eateries close by Nattapong Westwood Photo courtesy of KhaoSod Recent developments in Huai Khwang district have seen a wave of closures across restaurant businesses including hotpot and shabu eateries. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1322983-huai-khwang’s-food-scene-hit-by-strict-regulations-eateries-close/

Recent developments in Huai Khwang district have seen a wave of closures across restaurant businesses including hotpot and shabu eateries. According to the Huai Khwang District Office, scrutiny has led to the discovery that many Chinese restaurants were operating without the necessary permits. The district office mandated that all eateries obtain proper licensing but this proved challenging for some. Compliance required meeting various conditions, such as installing grease traps and emergency fire exits. Some restaurant owners found the bureaucratic process overly complex and restrictive, particularly those renting their properties who faced structural limitations that made it unfeasible to meet the standards for restaurant operations. Consequently, about 30%, or 10 of the approximately 40 restaurants on Pracharat Bamphen Road, have shut down. Most of these were hot pot and shabu-shabu venues that had invested 2 to 3 million baht each. Restaurants that met the standards had the opportunity to renovate and apply for the required permits. Non-compliance, however, would result in being ordered to close or fined daily, with penalties ranging from 20,000 to 50,000 baht. The closures have had a significant impact on the district’s culinary landscape, with the once-thriving hot pot and shabu-shabu joints now grappling with the realities of regulatory compliance, reported KhaoSod. Last year, the Huai Khwang district’s survey revealed the challenges local businesses faced in adapting to the new regulations. The district office’s enforcement of licensing has led to a considerable number of restaurant closures, altering the dynamic of a district once famous for its food offerings. In related news, a composite task force composed of representatives from 15 different government entities descended upon six Chinese eateries in the Naka Market area of Wichit, Phuket on February 20. Alarmingly, three instances of law infringement were uncovered in the process, including one restaurant that was found to be operating without a proper licence. The operation’s primary goal was to target high-risk groups to combat and address human trafficking issues. by Nattapong Westwood Photo courtesy of KhaoSod Source: The Thaiger 2024-03-22 - 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 - Friday 22 March 2024 Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1322978-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-friday-22-march-2024/

The country's first climate change bill, influenced by the 2016 Paris Agreement, will be submitted for cabinet consideration by June. The bill aims to limit national losses from global warming while enhancing Thailand’s resilience during a crisis. The ministry of Defence intends to reduce its service personnel by 700 over the course of the next three years and undertake a military restructuring, with the aim of saving up to 34 million baht. The initiative will involve early retirement, aiming to decrease the number of high-ranking officers by 50%, or 380, by 2027. A Move Forward Party MP yesterday criticized the performance of the new 'Anti-Fake News Centre', urging for the cut of its 69 million baht funding. adding that the center not only failed to counter fake news effectively but also obscured the truth by forwarding alleged fake news items to relevant agencies for fact-checking. If content could not be verified or agencies opted against its publication, nothing was done.. The State Railway of Thailand will renovate 10 passenger carriages to accommodate people with disabilities, the renovation will focus on ensuring the safety and providing them with user-friendly facilities, they are expected to be in service before the end of April. Around the region Philippines: The longstanding territorial conflict between China and the Philippines in the South China Sea may escalate as Manila considers enshrining its claims into law. Recently, the Philippine Maritime Zones Bill was recently passed defining areas of the sea under the country's jurisdiction and specifying Manila's legal authority there. The move drew swift criticism from China. WEATHER Chiang Mai and the north: cloudy with thunder showers, 34C Bangkok: Sunny 34C Pattaya: Sunny partly cloudy 31C Phuket and the south: Sunny 33C Hua Hin: Sunny more cloud this afternoon , winds light from the south west and later from south east. 33C AQI Orange High, 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 2024-03-22 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

Teenage Drug Trafficking Gang Busted in Chiang Rai (video) Picture: 77kaoded Mae Sai police received information about a group of teenagers trafficking drugs via motorcycles. The group was traced to a route under Mae Sai Bridge, passing through Ban Ko Sai village, Mae Sai district, Chiang Rai. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1322972-teenage-drug-trafficking-gang-busted-in-chiang-rai-video/

Mae Sai police received information about a group of teenagers trafficking drugs via motorcycles. The group was traced to a route under Mae Sai Bridge, passing through Ban Ko Sai village, Mae Sai district, Chiang Rai. Undercover officers spotted two teenagers, aged around twenty, riding motorcycles near the intersection by Kong Kam Hotel, Ban Ko Sai village, reported 77kaoded. Upon approaching, officers apprehended them with a significant amount of narcotics: 302 tablets of Ketamine totaling 1 kilogram and 20 grams of Ice. 732576051.4246421.mp4 They were charged with possession and distribution of Category 1 (Ice, Amphetamines) and Category 2 (Ketamine) narcotics without authorization. Local residents reported frequent sightings of teenagers on motorcycles at the intersection, unaware of their drug trafficking activities. Picture: 77kaoded Police, with the help of around 10 officers, tracked down and apprehended the suspects, putting an end to the illicit operation. Top Picture: 77kaoded -- ASEAN NOW 2024-03-22 - 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

Suspect Arrested after Stabbing Gardener to Death in Wichit By Goongnang Suksawat Phuket-In Wichit, a 55-year-old male suspect was apprehended in Patong following a fatal altercation that resulted in the stabbing death of a 49-year-old man. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1322968-suspect-arrested-after-stabbing-gardener-to-death-in-wichit/

Phuket-In Wichit, a 55-year-old male suspect was apprehended in Patong following a fatal altercation that resulted in the stabbing death of a 49-year-old man. According to the Wichit Police, as reported by the Phuket Express, the incident occurred on Tuesday, March 19th, at a labor camp located in Soi Thep Anusorn, Wichit. The victim, Mr. Boonkamplan Boonchoo, a 49-year-old native of Sisaket, succumbed to stab wounds. Following the incident, the suspect fled the scene. The Phuket Provincial Court issued an arrest warrant for the suspect, identified as Mr. Issara Khunpoechai, 55. Mr. Issara, who is now facing murder charges, was detained on Thursday, March 21st, along the 50 Years Hill Road in Patong. Mr. Issara confessed to authorities that he had been drinking alcohol with Mr. Boonkamplan on the day of the incident. By Goongnang Suksawat Full story: THE PHUKET EXPRESS 2024-03-22 - 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

Chinese Man Arrested in Pa Klok for 653 Days of Overstay By Goongnang Suksawat Phuket – A Chinese man was arrested at a luxury villa in Pa Klok for 653 days of overstay. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1322967-chinese-man-arrested-in-pa-klok-for-653-days-of-overstay/

Phuket – A Chinese man was arrested at a luxury villa in Pa Klok for 653 days of overstay. Phuket Immigration told the Phuket Express that earlier this week they arrested a suspect identified only as Mr. Tian, 38, a Chinese national, at a luxury villa near the Yamu Beach in Pa Klok, Thalang. By Goongnang Suksawat Full story: THE PHUKET EXPRESS 2024-03-22 - 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

American Arrested in Wichit for Allegedly Taking Away Minor from Parental Guardian By Goongnang Suksawat Wichit – An American man was arrested in Wichit, Phuket City after he allegedly took away a minor under 18 years of age from their parents. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1322966-american-arrested-in-wichit-for-allegedly-taking-away-minor-from-parental-guardian/

Wichit – An American man was arrested in Wichit, Phuket City after he allegedly took away a minor under 18 years of age from their parents. The Wichit Police told the Phuket Express that earlier this week they arrested the wanted suspect, identified only as Mr. Mark, 28, American national. He is being accused of taking away a minor aged more than 15-years-old but not more than 18-years-old from their parents or guardian for obscenity even if consent was given. By Goongnang Suksawat Full story: THE PHUKET EXPRESS 2024-03-22 - 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 plans summer flights including Milan and Oslo by Top Top Photo courtesy of Netflights Thai Airways International (THAI) unveiled an ambitious summer schedule set to cover 61 global destinations, including Milan and Oslo. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1322965-thai-plans-summer-flights-including-milan-and-oslo/

Thai Airways International (THAI) unveiled an ambitious summer schedule set to cover 61 global destinations, including Milan and Oslo. From March 31 to October 26, the airline is not just expanding its wings with a special focus on two brand-new destinations: the fashion capital of Milan and the scenic splendour of Oslo. This strategic expansion includes a significant increase in direct flights to Europe and a robust recovery of routes to China, marking a milestone in THAI’s post-Covid-19 resurgence. Among the highlights, THAI’s intercontinental offerings now boast daily journeys to Munich, Istanbul, Stockholm, Copenhagen, Zurich, Paris, and Perth. Notably, flights to Frankfurt and London will take off twice daily, a testament to the high demand on these routes. The airline is also doubling down on its commitment to Australia with twice-daily flights to Melbourne and Sydney, and a daily service to Perth, ensuring travellers have ample choice for their Down Under adventures. Starting July 1, the daily flights to the newly introduced Oslo and Milan will take off, opening up new avenues for travellers and cementing THAI’s presence in Europe. On the regional front, THAI isn’t holding back either. With triple daily flights to Tokyo (Narita) and Seoul, twice daily to Tokyo (Haneda), Osaka, and Manila, and an increase in flights to Beijing and Shanghai starting July 2, Asia has never been more accessible, reported TTR Weekly. Moreover, the airline will maintain a strong presence in Southeast Asia, with multiple daily and weekly flights to key cities including Singapore, Jakarta, Ho Chi Minh City, and Bangkok’s domestic network, boasting nine daily flights to Phuket alone. Photo courtesy of TTR In related news, THAI gears up to grace the runways of Sri Lanka’s Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) once again, starting April 1. With daily flights on the agenda, travellers are in for a treat as they embark on a journey of exploration and adventure. by Top TOP Photo courtesy of Netflights Source: The Thaiger 2024-03-22 - 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