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Tourist Police and 7-Eleven Join Forces to Enhance Tourist Safety Picture: Daily News The Tourist Police has taken proactive steps to enhance convenience and ensure the safety of tourists to promote a positive image of the country. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1322804-tourist-police-and-7-eleven-join-forces-to-enhance-tourist-safety/

Thai women ranked the third among foreign wives married to Korean men File photo : AP Last year Thai women ranked third among foreign wives married to Korean men after Vietnam and China, according to Statistics Korea, as reported by Korea Times on Tuesday. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1322807-thai-women-ranked-the-third-among-foreign-wives-married-to-korean-men/

Last year Thai women ranked third among foreign wives married to Korean men after Vietnam and China, according to Statistics Korea, as reported by Korea Times on Tuesday. Last year, of the 19,700 international marriages registered in South Korea, 14,700 comprised a Korean husband and a foreign wife rose to 22.5 percent from the previous year. Vietnam ranks first among foreign wives representing 33.5 percent while China ranks second with 18.1 percent. Thai wives comprised 13.7 percent. File photo : AP Full story: Thai PBS 2024-03-20 - 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 - Wednesday 20 March 2024 Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1322806-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-wednesday-20-march-2024/

The Minister of Public Health assured that patient data remains secure despite rumors of a leak affecting over 2.2 million people. Allegations by the 'Rural Doctors Society' claimed the data was sold for 360,300 baht on a dark website. This follows a previous incident where a hacker threatened to expose the personal details of 55 million Thai nationals. The Minister is due to meet the cyber security agency today. Lawyers for deputy police chief surachate Hakparn say around 30 police officers may have taken kickbacks in a bribery case linked to an online gambling network, adding they found no evidence of links between bank accounts used by the network and General Surachate. The Court of Justice will create a new division to handle cases involving cyber and technology crime which should improve the efficiency of related court cases. Evidence usually involves data which requires special skills to extract and gather information to be used in court proceedings. Thaksin Shinawatra appeared at the Bangkok Probation Office yesterday, one day ahead of schedule. As part of his parole conditions, Thaksin is required to report to the Probation Department monthly for the first four months after being released from the Police general hospital. Around the region Hong Kong's legislature fast tracked new national security law yesterday introducing penalties such as life imprisonment for crimes related to treason and insurrection, and up to 20 years jail for the theft of state secrets. UN rights chief Volker Turk denounced the "rushed" adoption, criticising it as "a regressive step for the protection of human rights". Hongkongs City leader John Lee called it "a historic moment for Hong Kong", WEATHER Considerable rain up in central and north east Thailand Chiang Mai and the north: cloudy with thunder showers, 30C Bangkok: cloudy with thunder showers 31C Pattaya: cloudy with thundery showers 30C Phuket and the south: Sunny, 35C Hua Hin’: Cloudy with rain 32C 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 2024-03-20 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

The Tourist Police has taken proactive steps to enhance convenience and ensure the safety of tourists to promote a positive image of the country. Teaming up with CP All, they have established emergency reporting points for tourists at 7-Eleven stores, reported Daily News. Since the Thai government initiated the Visa Free policy for international tourists, according to data from the Ministry of Tourism and Sports, from January 1st to March 17th, 2567, Thailand welcomed a staggering 8,074,651 foreign tourists, generating revenue of 390.906 billion baht. This reflects the immense potential of Thailand's tourism sector, drawing interest from global travelers. Picture: Daily News Lieutenant General Sak Siriphan Pueak-oyam, Commander of the Tourist Police, emphasized that this collaboration aims to support the government's urgent economic stimulus policy through tourism revenue. It includes adjusting entry conditions, implementing measures to ensure convenience and safety for tourists, and enhancing the country's tourism image. The initiative involves leveraging the Strong Tourism Community (S.T.C.) project, focusing on Smart Safety Zones in 20 key tourist destinations across 18 provinces. This collaborative effort with private sector partners aims to identify and mitigate physical risks, ensuring safer tourism experiences. Moreover, CP All's extensive network of 7-Eleven stores, totaling over 14,000 branches nationwide with a workforce exceeding 200,000, makes them an ideal partner for providing assistance to tourists. The staff, trained in customer service and community support, embody the spirit of "Thousands of People, Thousands of Kindnesses," aligning with the mission to serve society. In the initial phase, 156 7-Eleven branches in crucial tourist areas across 18 provinces have been selected for participation. Over 300 staff members from these branches have undergone training to effectively assist tourists and collaborate with the Tourist Police. Picture: Daily News The 20 key tourist destinations in the first phase include renowned landmarks and bustling streets such as Khao San Road in Bangkok, the Floating Market in Samut Prakan, and Walking Street in Pattaya. Mr. Yuthasak Poomsurakul, CEO of CP All, highlighted the significance of this cooperation in elevating safety measures and convenience for tourists while supporting the government's tourism industry growth agenda. This partnership not only enhances tourist convenience and safety but also reinforces trust in Thailand as a destination, in line with the ethos of "Giving and Sharing" upheld by both organizations. -- ASEAN NOW 2024-03-20 - 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

Crackdown on Foreigners Breaking Law: Thai Authorities Shut Down Car Rental Company Phuket Provincial Police Region 8, along with spokespersons, convened to monitor measures against foreigners' misconduct. Since October 1st, there have been 614 cases of foreign nationals violating laws. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1322803-crackdown-on-foreigners-breaking-law-thai-authorities-shut-down-car-rental-company/

Phuket Provincial Police Region 8, along with spokespersons, convened to monitor measures against foreigners' misconduct. Since October 1st, there have been 614 cases of foreign nationals violating laws. Those failing to meet criteria face immediate visa revocation. Today, authorities raided and shut down a car rental company in Thalang District, discovering Thai nationals involved in money laundering, reported Thai Rath. Picture: Siam Rath On March 19th, Pol. Lt. Gen. Suksawat Sukwimol, Phuket Provincial Police Commander, ordered Pol. Col. Surapong Thanajit, Chief of Phuket Provincial Police Region 8, and Pol. Col. Achayon Kraithong, Police Spokesperson, to convene and oversee preventive measures against foreign nationals' misconduct. Pol. Lt. Col. Sineleat Sukhum, Deputy Chief of Phuket Provincial Police Region 8, reported 32,207 foreign residents in Phuket, primarily engaged in business (27.94%), private education (25.04%), and retirement (15.19%). Picture: Siam Rath Among the 614 arrests, charges include working without permits, illegal entry, overstaying visas, drunk driving, drug offenses, robbery, prostitution, assaulting officers, property crimes, and sexual offenses. Cases are referred to Immigration for visa review. Notably, 98 visas have been revoked. Measures discussed include crackdowns on foreign criminal syndicates to enhance tourist safety and maintain lawfulness. TOP Picture: Siam Rath -- ASEAN NOW 2024-03-20 RELATED STORY: Immigration officers told to increase screening of foreigners in Thailand https://aseannow.com/topic/1322743-immigration-officers-told-to-increase-screening-of-foreigners-in-thailand/ - 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

Homeless Man in Pattaya Rescued After Setting Sail on Homemade Raft Again By Aim Tanakorn Pattaya — A middle aged homeless man was rescued for the second time this month after being stranded on a homemade raft off the Pattaya coast. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1322798-homeless-man-in-pattaya-rescued-after-setting-sail-on-homemade-raft-again/

Pattaya — A middle aged homeless man was rescued for the second time this month after being stranded on a homemade raft off the Pattaya coast. On March 18th, 2024, the same man, Uncle Somkiat, whose real name was identified as Mr. Somkiat Mahawan, 53, a Thai citizen from Nakhon Phanom, was spotted relaxing on a homemade raft made from plastic bottles, drifting in the middle of the sea in Pattaya. This is not the first time this man has found himself in a precarious situation at sea. On March 12th, Uncle Somkiat was rescued after attempting to sail to Koh Larn on a similar self-constructed raft. Luckily, local authorities located him stranded in a waterway frequented by tourist ferries and safely brought him back to the shore. By Aim Tanakorn Full story: THE PATTAYA NEWS 2024-03-20 - 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

New Finance Minister expected in April as economic malaise deepens with downgrades in GDP growth by Joseph O' Connor Current Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) Chairman and top businessman, Pichai Chunhavajira, is being tipped for the role of Minister of Finance. It comes with a cabinet reshuffle due in April. Mr Pichai is seen as a stalwart of the Pheu Thai Party and the Shinawatra family. New Finance Minister expected amidst GDP downgrades | Economic malaise deepens as new finance minister anticipated in April. Amidst ballooning private sector debt and structural impediments, Pichai Chunhavajira has emerged as the front-runner for the role. Srettha’s trenchant criticism of the central bank has sparked unease. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1322797-new-finance-minister-expected-in-april-as-economic-malaise-deepens/

Current Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) Chairman and top businessman, Pichai Chunhavajira, is being tipped for the role of Minister of Finance. It comes with a cabinet reshuffle due in April. Mr Pichai is seen as a stalwart of the Pheu Thai Party and the Shinawatra family. New Finance Minister expected amidst GDP downgrades | Economic malaise deepens as new finance minister anticipated in April. Amidst ballooning private sector debt and structural impediments, Pichai Chunhavajira has emerged as the front-runner for the role. Srettha’s trenchant criticism of the central bank has sparked unease. A new Minister of Finance may be appointed in April. It comes as the Pheu Thai-led government comes to terms with economic realities. This includes the growing problem of ballooning private sector debt and structural impediments to growth. At the same time, most analysts agree that Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, who currently handles the role, has spooked markets with his overt criticism in recent months of the country’s central bank. The potential appointment of a new Finance Minister has seen the name of Pichai Chunhavajira emerge. Mr Pichai, the stock exchange boss, is a stalwart of the Pheu Thai Party and significantly, the Shinawatra family. Since Thaksin Shinawatra’s release on parole on February 18th, the role of the Shinawatra family in government has grown stronger. It now appears that Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin will cede his role as Minister of Finance. by Joseph O' Connor Full story: Thai Examiner.com 2024-03-20 - 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

Alleged Russian Prostitute Arrested in Wichit, Phuket By Goongnang Suksawat Wichit –An alleged Russian prostitute was arrested in Wichit on Monday (March 18th) after a sting operation, the fourth Russian woman this month arrested for alleged prostitution. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1322795-alleged-russian-prostitute-arrested-in-wichit-phuket/

Wichit –An alleged Russian prostitute was arrested in Wichit on Monday (March 18th) after a sting operation, the fourth Russian woman this month arrested for alleged prostitution. The Wichit Police told the Phuket Express that they arrested a suspect identified only as Ms. Marina, 22, a Russian national at a hotel in Wichit. The arrest came after police operated a sting operation because they had received a tip off from concerned citizens that Russian prostitutes were working illegally in Phuket. The Russian woman was advertised on an undisclosed online platform. She agreed on a fee for her services to an undercover cop and made an appointment at an unidentified hotel where she was eventually arrested. By Goongnang Suksawat Full story: THE PHUKET EXPRESS 2024-03-20 - 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

Three Foreigners Arrested for Drunk Driving in Patong By Goongnang Suksawat Patong –An Indian, a British and a French driver were arrested in Patong for drunk driving on Tuesday (March 19th). Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1322794-three-foreigners-arrested-for-drunk-driving-in-patong/

Patong –An Indian, a British and a French driver were arrested in Patong for drunk driving on Tuesday (March 19th). The Patong Traffic Police told the Phuket Express that early in the morning, 1:30 A.M., they set up a checkpoint in Patong. The three foreign drivers arrested at the checkpoint were identified only as Mr. Manoj, an Indian national, 35, Mr. Myles, a British national, 26, and Mr. Alexandre, a French national, 33. They were taken to Patong Police Station to face charges of driving while drunk. By Goongnang Suksawat Full story: THE PHUKET EXPRESS 2024-03-20 - 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

Yemeni Man Arrested for Allegedly Working at Patong Grocery Store By Goongnang Suksawat Patong – A Yemeni man was arrested after he was allegedly found working illegally at a grocery store in Patong. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1322793-yemeni-man-arrested-for-allegedly-working-at-patong-grocery-store/

Patong – A Yemeni man was arrested after he was allegedly found working illegally at a grocery store in Patong. The Patong Police told the Phuket Express that over the past weekend they arrested a suspect identified only as Mr. Abdulwali, 38, Yemeni national. He was arrested at a grocery store in Soi Saen Sababai in Patong. He has a legal work permit but it did not allow him to specifically be a salesperson. The Patong Police did not reveal what exactly the job description is in his work permit. By Goongnang Suksawat Full story: THE PHUKET EXPRESS 2024-03-20 - 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 Man Arrested at Kathu Restaurant for Allegedly Working Without Legal Permission By Goongnang Suksawat Kathu –A Russian man was arrested at a restaurant in Kathu on Monday (March 18th) after he was found allegedly cooking in a kitchen against the terms of his work permit. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1322792-russian-man-arrested-at-kathu-restaurant-for-allegedly-working-without-legal-permission/

Kathu –A Russian man was arrested at a restaurant in Kathu on Monday (March 18th) after he was found allegedly cooking in a kitchen against the terms of his work permit. The Kathu Police told the Phuket Express that at 7:00 P.M. on the day in question they arrested a 36-year-old Russian man at an unidentified restaurant in Kathu. The arrest came after the Kathu Police received a tip-off from an anonymous caller that a foreigner had opened a restaurant with many foreign customers. The Russian man was often found cooking in the restaurant’s kitchen and the caller was concerned that the Russian man didn’t have a work permit and could be breaking Thai laws. The Russian man did in fact have a work permit and presented it to police. However, his work permit described his job as only a consultant and advisor on management and development for marketing, not related to cooking or interacting with customers directly. By Goongnang Suksawat Full story: THE PHUKET EXPRESS 2024-03-20 - 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

British Man Arrested for Allegedly Selling Cocaine in Phuket By Goongnang Suksawat Karon – A British man was arrested in Karon for allegedly selling cocaine and using methamphetamine and crystal methamphetamine. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1322791-british-man-arrested-for-allegedly-selling-cocaine-in-phuket/

Karon – A British man was arrested in Karon for allegedly selling cocaine and using methamphetamine and crystal methamphetamine. The Karon Police told the Phuket Express that over the past weekend they arrested a suspect identified only as Mr. David, 45, British national, at a rental room on the Tai Na Road in Karon. Seized from him were cocaine, crystal methamphetamine, and methamphetamine pills. The Phuket Express noted the exact amounts of illegal drugs found were not released by police. Mr. David was taken to the Karon Police Station to face charges of illegal possession of cocaine with intent to sell and using crystal methamphetamine and methamphetamine pills. By Goongnang Suksawat Full story: THE PHUKET EXPRESS 2024-03-20 - 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 Police also did not state how the suspect was discovered.

No Move Forward MPs Stepping Down To Be Replaced By Others On Party List By Thai Newsroom Reporters Former Move Forward leader Pita Limjaroenrat, left, and current leader, Chaithawat Tulathon with the Constitutional Court logo in the background. Photo: Matichon NO MOVE FORWARD MPs, most of whom concurrently perform as members of the opposition party’s executive board, are going to resign as elected lawmakers and be replaced by somebody else on a party list anytime soon, Move Forward spokesperson Parit Wacharasindhu said today (Mar. 19). Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1322790-no-move-forward-mps-stepping-down-to-be-replaced-by-others-on-party-list/

NO MOVE FORWARD MPs, most of whom concurrently perform as members of the opposition party’s executive board, are going to resign as elected lawmakers and be replaced by somebody else on a party list anytime soon, Move Forward spokesperson Parit Wacharasindhu said today (Mar. 19). None of the five Move Forward MPs, especially including former Move Forward leader Pita Limjaroenrat, is going to resign as elected legislators in the face of the possibility that their party might be dissolved by court as soon as early next month, according to the party spokesperson. Parit was responding to speculation that those Move Forward MPs would sooner than later step down as elected legislators so they could be automatically replaced by those earlier named as party-list candidates running in last year’s general election. Except for Pita who had earlier performed as a member of the Move Forward’s executive board, all the others are sitting on it and performing as MPs in concurrent fashion. By Thai Newsroom Reporters TOP: Former Move Forward leader Pita Limjaroenrat, left, and current leader, Chaithawat Tulathon with the Constitutional Court logo in the background. Photo: Matichon Full story: THAI NEWSROOM 2024-03-20 - 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

UPDATE: Foreign Woman Blasted On Thai Social Media For Allegedly Kicking A Pregnant Woman by TNR Staff The woman identified as a Russian by two social media users who said she kicked the pregnant coffee shop owner after being told to remove her shoes. Photos shared by Satika Oz, reshared by Red Skull and published by Amarin TV TWO THAI social media users alleged that a Russian woman kicked a heavily pregnant Thai woman upon being asked to take off her shoes at the latter’s coffee shop on Koh Phangan, Amarin TV said today (Mar. 19). Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1322745-russian-tourist-on-pha-ngan-island-accused-of-kicking-thai-pregnant-woman/?do=findComment&comment=18779616