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Japanese fugitive escapes Thai police custody in daring car chase, manhunt underway by Nattapong Westwood Illustration: A japanese fugitive escapes Thai police custody in a daring car chase. Photo: Freepik On September 9, a Japanese fugitive, Yuki Yanagi, escaped police custody in a daring car chase. He was initially detained at the Immigration Bureau in Suan Phlu before managing to commandeer a police vehicle and flee the scene. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306249-japanese-fugitive-escapes-thai-police-custody-in-daring-car-chase-manhunt-underway/

Suicide rate in Thailand hits half-decade peak despite prevention efforts by Mitch Connor Photo courtesy of Freepik Suicide numbers in Thailand have been on a steady incline over the last five years, peaking at 4,800 lives lost in the previous year, as reported by the Department of Mental Health (DMH). Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306247-suicide-rate-in-thailand-hits-half-decade-peak-despite-prevention-efforts/

Suicide numbers in Thailand have been on a steady incline over the last five years, peaking at 4,800 lives lost in the previous year, as reported by the Department of Mental Health (DMH). Yesterday marked World Suicide Prevention Day, a global initiative spearheaded by the World Health Organisation (WHO) that took place yesterday. This event brings together international efforts to combat suicide. In response, various workers from Thailand’s public health sector, including teams from the DMH and the National Health Security Office (NHSO), united their forces to contribute to this prevention campaign. The concept of World Suicide Prevention Day emerged following a distressing report by the WHO, which revealed that globally, suicides claim a minimum of one million lives each year. This translates to one life lost every 40 seconds. Suicide has now climbed into the top 10 causes of death worldwide, with men being three times more likely to succeed in their suicide attempts compared to women. by Mitch Connor Photo courtesy of Freepik Full story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/thailands-suicide-rate-hits-half-decade-peak-despite-prevention-efforts -- The Thaiger 2023-09-11 - 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. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Monday 11 September 2023 Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306246-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-monday-11-september-2023/

Deputy police chief Surachate Hakparn says Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin would like the police to serve the general public rather than influential people, his comments came following yesterday's meeting, where "The prime minister emphasized the need to suppress mafias and influential people so that the average person may have confidence in their own safety. MOVE Forward leader Pita Lim-jaroen-rat thanked the people of Rayong’ for giving his party’s candidate nearly 40,000 votes in the by-election held there last night. Four Thai people including three women were arrested in Poipet, Cambodia, yesterday, they’re believed to have been involved in making scam calls that prompted a man to kill his family in Samut Prakan province last month, They will be brought to Thailand for prosecution. 4 Chinese and a Laos national were also arrested for operating a crypto currency website that defrauded victims out of 2.7 billion baht. Chinese company Guangzhou Automobile Corp said it plans to develop Thailand into a global production center for its right-hand drive electric cars. A new assembly plant will be built within the eastern economic corridor next year with production due to being in 2025 Making thailand the companies first overseas production base, One worker was killed and two injured after a crane collapsed at a construction site and demolished part of an auditorium near Thong Lor in Bangkok yesterday afternoon. An investigation is underway to find the cause of the accident. 2 crewmen were reported missing following the sinking of a fishing boat off an Island south of Phuket yesterday, two other crew managed to swim ashore. The search continues for the two missing. Over 500 cyclists participated in a 50 kilometer ride yesterday organized by the Hua Hin - Cha-am Tourism Business association and local authorities. The event was aimed at promoting cycling tourism around military areas and increasing awareness of environmental conservation Around The Region: Singapore's Changi Airport closed a runway for about three hours yesterday after an Air China flight caught fire en route from Chengdu,the flight encountered smoke in a cargo hold and a washroom" The aircraft landed safely and emergency services extinguished a fire in the left engine. The weather: Cloud and thunderstorms in central and northern Thailand Clearer in the south. Chiang Mai and the north: thunderstorms 30C Bangkok:, thundershowers, 31C Pattaya, thundershowers 31C Phuket and the south: DRY partly cloudy,: 30C Hua Hin: Bright, cloudy, some rain: 31C. 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 2023-09-11 Listen Live: Surf 102.5 Facebook: Surf 102.5 - 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. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Phuket urges small hotels to obtain a licence ahead of anticipated 2.19 million tourists by Mitch Connor Mitch Connor22 seconds ago 1 minute read Wirintra Paphakityotphat, Head of Tourism Council of Thailand. Photo: thailand.postsen.com Phuket is gearing up for the high season by encouraging small hotel operators to obtain a licence. This move is part of the city’s preparation to host over 10,000 tourists daily, equating to 2.19 million visitors annually. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306241-phuket-urges-small-hotels-to-obtain-a-licence-ahead-of-anticipated-219-million-tourists/

CCIB nabs five in 2.7 billion baht cryptocurrency scam by Mitch Connor Photo: analyticsinsight.net The Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau (CCIB) has apprehended four individuals from China and one from Laos in relation to a cryptocurrency scam, resulting in a loss of over 2.7 billion baht. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306240-ccib-nabs-five-in-27-billion-baht-cryptocurrency-scam/

The Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau (CCIB) has apprehended four individuals from China and one from Laos in relation to a cryptocurrency scam, resulting in a loss of over 2.7 billion baht. The fraudulent scheme operated via an investment platform called bchgloballtd.com and has reportedly deceived at least 3,280 people. The victims, who began stepping forward in November last year, were tricked into investing in gold and the cryptocurrency USDT. A thorough investigation by the CCIB revealed that many orchestrators of the cryptocurrency scam were also involved with other deceptive platforms. International law enforcement agencies, including Homeland Security Investigation, collaborated to secure arrest warrants for the five suspects. The quintet is being held accountable for collusion in committing transnational crimes, public fraud, disseminating false information into computer systems, and money laundering. Legal proceedings against them were initiated by the Office of the Attorney General on August 10. Subsequently, on September 4, the Anti-Money Laundering Office seized their properties, valued at 585 million baht. by Mitch Connor Photo: analyticsinsight.net Full story: https://thethaiger.com/hot-news/crime/ccib-nabs-five-in-2-7-billion-baht-cryptocurrency-scam-affecting-over-3000 -- The Thaiger 2023-09-11 - 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. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Chinese Submarine Joins Blue Strike 2023 Training in the Gulf of Thailand Picture: Siam Rath In a bid to enhance naval cooperation, the Thai Navy and The People's Liberation Army Navy of China have conducted joint training exercises, known as Blue Strike 2023, in the Gulf of Thailand. As part of this exercise, the Chinese navy deployed the CNS Chang Cheng submarine to participate. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306239-chinese-submarine-joins-blue-strike-2023-training-in-the-gulf-of-thailand/

In a bid to enhance naval cooperation, the Thai Navy and the The People's Liberation Army Navy of China have conducted joint training exercises, known as Blue Strike 2023, in the Gulf of Thailand. As part of this exercise, the Chinese navy deployed the CNS Chang Cheng submarine to participate. The primary objectives were to familiarize the Thai naval forces with submarine inspections from the surface and underwater, as well as tracking submarine movements using sonar. This training aimed to boost confidence and provide valuable experience for Thai naval personnel with limited exposure to submarines over the past 86 years, reported Siam Rath. Picture: Siam Rath The Chinese naval contingent, comprising four ships, arrived at the Sattahip Naval Base in Chonburi on August 31, 2023. Meanwhile, the Thai Navy contributed surface vessels and aircraft to the exercise. Rear Admiral Cholathit Nawanukroh, Chief of Naval Operations, led a team of Thai military leaders on-site during the training. The training included various scenarios, such as jungle survival, armored vehicle operations, and maritime operations, emphasizing cooperation between both sides in different dimensions of naval operations. Picture: Siam Rath It also involved submarine familiarization and tracking exercises, showcasing the commitment of both navies to strengthen their maritime capabilities. Following comprehensive sea exercises, including replenishment at sea and submarine operations, the joint training concluded on September 8, 2023, marking a significant milestone in Thailand-China naval cooperation. Top Picture: Siam Rath -- ASEAN NOW 2023-09-11 - 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. 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 Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Jealous Husband Suspected in Wife’s Death in Khlong Toei Workers Camp Picture: Siam Rath At around 7:00 PM on September 10th, police officer Siripong Lapanich from Thong Lor Police Station was notified of a violent incident resulting in death within a workers' camp located in Pak Soi Phai Singto, Rama IV Road, Khlong Toei, Bangkok. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306238-jealous-husband-suspected-in-wife’s-death-in-khlong-toei-workers-camp/

Crane Collapses in Sukhumvit 23 Kills Engineer, Injures Two Workers Picture: Thai Rath A tragic accident occurred on the afternoon of September 10th when a large crane collapsed at a construction site in Sukhumvit Soi 23. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306237-crane-collapses-in-sukhumvit-23-kills-engineer-injures-two-workers/

Miss Grand Chonburi 2024 Kicks Off in Grand Style By Tanakorn Panyadee PHOTO: มิสแกรนด์ชลบุรี Chonburi — The long-awaited “Miss Grand Chonburi 2024” officially kicked off with a grand press conference held at the Royal Garden Plaza, Pattaya, on Saturday, September 9th. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306235-miss-grand-chonburi-2024-kicks-off-in-grand-style/

Suthin Denies 2 Shinawatra Family Members Are Getting Defence Ministry Posts by TNR Staff DEFENCE MINISTER Suthin Klangsaeng branded as fake news a draft document circulating widely on social media today (Sept. 10) showing that two Shinawatra family members are getting important positions in this ministry, TV Channel 7 said. “Regarding news that I have appointed people to various positions, I would like to inform you that no one has been appointed nor preparations made to appoint anyone. “This is because I am still unable to issue any orders as according to the rules I have to wait for the policy statement to be delivered at Parliament before doing so,” he said. Full story: https://thainewsroom.com/2023/09/10/suthin-denies-2-shinawatra-family-members-are-getting-defence-ministry-posts/ -- THAI NEWSROOM 2023-09-11 - 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. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Civilian defence minister to navigate Thai military reforms amid coalition challenges by Mitch Connor Thailand's Defense Minister Sutin Klangsang arrives at the government house in Bangkok, Thailand, Tuesday, Sept. 5. Thailand's Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin on Tuesday led his cabinet members to take oath in front of Thailand's King Maha Vajiralongkorn. (AP Photo/Sakchai Lalit) The newly appointed Defence Minister, Sutin Klungsang, is in the spotlight as he is expected to navigate through various challenges within the military while maintaining stability within the Pheu Thai-led coalition government. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306234-civilian-defence-minister-to-navigate-thai-military-reforms-amid-coalition-challenges/

The newly appointed Defence Minister, Sutin Klungsang, is in the spotlight as he is expected to navigate through various challenges within the military while maintaining stability within the Pheu Thai-led coalition government. As the first civilian to take the defence minister position without also holding the role of the prime minister, Sutin is expected to manage military reform, the southern unrest and the military’s relations with other regional countries. The appointment of a civilian to oversee military affairs has been evaluated as an attempt by the Pheu Thai-led government’s de facto leader, the imprisoned former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra, to mitigate the military’s potential threat to the government and to stave off any future coups. Thaksin’s administration was overthrown in a military coup on September 19, 2006, and his younger sister Yingluck Shinawatra’s government faced a similar fate on May 22, 2014. Thaksin, sceptical of the military due to his past experience, is said to be promoting civilian oversight of the armed forces and aiming to reduce the influence of the three brothers in arms, referring to former Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha, Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP) leader and former Deputy Prime Minister Prawit Wongsuwon, and former Interior Minister Anupong Paojinda. by Mitch Connor TOP: Thailand's Defense Minister Sutin Klangsang arrives at the government house in Bangkok, Thailand, Tuesday, Sept. 5. Thailand's Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin on Tuesday led his cabinet members to take oath in front of Thailand's King Maha Vajiralongkorn. (AP Photo/Sakchai Lalit) Full story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/civilian-defence-minister-to-navigate-thai-military-reforms-amid-coalition-challenges -- The Thaiger 2023-09-11 - 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. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Paetongtarn Shinawatra ready to re-spark her political career this October as Pheu Thai leader by Carla Boonkong & Pranee O' Connor Paetongtarn Shinawatra is expected to be a candidate for the leadership of the Pheu Thai Party when the party meets in a General Assembly on October 16th to elect new party executives. There may be some opposition to her candidacy. Paetongtarn Shinawatra was a consistent favourite choice for PM among the public up to the point when Pheu Thai broke off its coalition government agreement with the Move Forward Party in August this year. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306233-paetongtarn-shinawatra-ready-to-re-spark-her-political-career-this-october-as-pheu-thai-leader/

Paetongtarn Shinawatra is expected to be a candidate for the leadership of the Pheu Thai Party when the party meets in a General Assembly on October 16th to elect new party executives. There may be some opposition to her candidacy. Paetongtarn Shinawatra was a consistent favourite choice for PM among the public up to the point when Pheu Thai broke off its coalition government agreement with the Move Forward Party in August this year. The decision is believed to have cost the party heavily in terms of public support. However, her emergence as party leader after October 16th may herald further significant political developments in 2024. Despite not being among the list of cabinet ministers in the new government of Srettha Thavisin, Thaksin Shinawatra’s youngest daughter Paetongtarn looks set to be elected as the leader of the Pheu Thai Party on October 16th. There is also speculation that the 37-year-old who in recent times was the country’s most popular choice for Prime Minister may yet emerge as a contender for the role going forward. Paetongtarn Shinawatra is highly tipped to become the next leader of the ruling Pheu Thai Party following the resignation of Dr Cholnan Srikaew in recent weeks before he was appointed Minister for Public Health in the government of Srettha Thavisin. by Carla Boonkong & Pranee O' Connor Full story: https://www.thaiexaminer.com/thai-news-foreigners/2023/09/10/paetongtarn-shinawatra-to-respark-her-political-career-pheu-thai-leader/ -- Thai Examiner 2023-09-11 - 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. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Alleged Pattaya Real Estate Scammer Arrested in Bangkok By Tanakorn Panyadee Pattaya — A woman of Thai nationality was arrested in Bangkok for allegedly duping people into investing in fraudulent real estate investments with a total financial damage of more than 100 million baht, according to police. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306232-alleged-pattaya-real-estate-scammer-arrested-in-bangkok/

Thailand’s transport sector set for major 29.7 billion baht upgrade by Top Picture by Ionut Dabija's Images A bright future is on the horizon for Thailand’s transport and logistics system. The Transport Minister, Suriya Juangroongruangkit, has recently outlined his ambitious plans for the country’s railways and maritime sectors. Revealed during his inaugural speech, these policies are set to be formally announced next week. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306231-thailand’s-transport-sector-set-for-major-297-billion-baht-upgrade/

A bright future is on the horizon for Thailand’s transport and logistics system. The Transport Minister, Suriya Juangroongruangkit, has recently outlined his ambitious plans for the country’s railways and maritime sectors. Revealed during his inaugural speech, these policies are set to be formally announced next week. Suriya believes that by focusing on these areas, Thailand can significantly enhance its competitiveness in logistics, a sector brimming with growth potential. Suriya’s key priority is the timely completion of the country’s double-track rail projects. These projects are crucial to the nation’s infrastructure, with one of the most significant being the 29.7-billion-baht upgrade between Khon Kaen and Nong Khai provinces. This project is of such importance that Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has expressed plans to visit the site in the future. In addition, the Minister has plans to accommodate the burgeoning interest of airlines wanting to operate in Thailand. His strategy involves requesting the Royal Thai Air Force to release unused flight slots at airports managed by the Airports of Thailand (AoT). This move could potentially lead to an additional 100-150 commercial flights per day, a significant boost that can prove to be crucial, especially with the high season on the horizon. by Top Picture by Ionut Dabija's Images Full story: https://thethaiger.com/news/pattaya/thailands-transport-sector-set-for-major-29-7-billion-baht-upgrade -- Thaiger 2023-09-11 - 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. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

New refugee screening system stirs fear among asylum seekers by Neill Fronde This photo taken on August 19, 2023 shows Vietnamese Hmong women living in Thailand, many of whom are asylum seekers, taking part in an embroidery workshop in Bangkok. Thailand is not a signatory to the 1951 refugee convention and presently makes no distinction between asylum seekers, refugees and others staying illegally, but on September 22 long anticipated vetting rules will come into force and Thai officials will start screening some 5,000 mostly urban refugees and asylum seekers. (Photo by Lillian SUWANRUMPHA / AFP) / To go with 'THAILAND-REFUGEES-RIGHTS-MIGRATION,FOCUS' by Lisa MARTIN and Sarah LAI Picture courtesy of AFP Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306230-new-refugee-screening-system-stirs-fear-among-asylum-seekers/

This photo taken on August 19, 2023 shows Vietnamese Hmong women living in Thailand, many of whom are asylum seekers, taking part in an embroidery workshop in Bangkok. Thailand is not a signatory to the 1951 refugee convention and presently makes no distinction between asylum seekers, refugees and others staying illegally, but on September 22 long anticipated vetting rules will come into force and Thai officials will start screening some 5,000 mostly urban refugees and asylum seekers. (Photo by Lillian SUWANRUMPHA / AFP) / To go with 'THAILAND-REFUGEES-RIGHTS-MIGRATION,FOCUS' by Lisa MARTIN and Sarah LAI Picture courtesy of AFP Bangkok is home to a church where Vietnamese refugees find a temporary haven from lives fraught with fear of arrest or deportation. This is because Thailand, having not signed up for the UN Refugee Convention, does not have a system in place to differentiate between refugees and other migrants, resulting in thousands of individuals living under the radar. Soon, a revamped system will be implemented, designed to distinguish between individuals who would face danger if returned to their homelands and others who are in Thailand illegally. However, this new system is being greeted with unease by refugees and rights activists alike, who fear it could be misused or even lead to expedited deportations. Sung Seo Hoa, a Vietnamese pastor and member of Vietnam’s Hmong minority, expressed these fears. Having fled from pressure from the communist government in his homeland 12 years ago, he now leads a life of fear. “We are afraid of police arrest, being put in jail and deported back to Vietnam. That’s what we are very afraid of, 24 hours a day.” He does not plan to go through the new screening process due to the risks involved. by Neill Fronde Full story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/thailands-new-refugee-screening-system-stirs-fear-among-asylum-seekers -- Full story 2023-09-11 - 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. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Suvarnabhumi Airport’s SAT-1 terminal to soft-launch boosting capacity by 33% by Alex Morgan Photo by Joy Presbitero on Unsplash Suvarnabhumi International Airport, governed by Airports of Thailand (AoT), is set to soft-launch its Satellite 1 (SAT-1) terminal on September 28, following a successful full-scale trial involving 180 mock passengers and their luggage. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306229-suvarnabhumi-airport’s-sat-1-terminal-to-soft-launch-boosting-capacity-by-33/

Activist urges opposition to 20MW nuclear reactor on Nakhon Nayok riverbank by Mitch Connor Image by assistant ua from Изображения пользователя assistant ua Srisuwan Janya, a renowned political activist, has called upon the inhabitants of Nakhon Nayok to vehemently oppose the construction of a 20-megawatt nuclear reactor strategically positioned on the Nakhon Nayok River bank. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1306228-activist-urges-opposition-to-20mw-nuclear-reactor-on-nakhon-nayok-riverbank/