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NEWLY-NAMED Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin Monay (Sep.4) told Pheu Thai members of cabinet to “never say no” to people about anything under their own responsibilities. Over luncheon at the Pheu Thai headquarters, the prime minister suggested all 17 Pheu Thai ministers that they “never say no” to people who may have asked them for help with their woes or decline to do anything under the pretext of budget or time constraints whilst they are primarily dutifully bound to do it. “This is a government of the people since we were all elected by the people to work for them. Whenever we visit people, we should never say we cannot get things done or cite budget or time constraints as excuses,” Srettha told the Pheu Thai members of cabinet. By Thai Newsroom Reporters Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin holding talks with Pheu Thai ministers at the party headquarters. Photo: Thai Rath By Thai Newsroom Reporters TOP: Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin holding talks with Pheu Thai ministers at the party headquarters. Photo: Thai Rath Full story: https://thainewsroom.com/2023/09/04/pm-tells-cabinet-members-to-never-say-no-to-people/ -- THAI NEWSROOM 2023-09-05 - 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

Could Srettha Be Free Of Thaksin’s Influence? Academic By Thai Newsroom Reporters Prime Minister Srettha Thavisn, right, and Pheu Thai de facto boss Thaksin Shinawatra. Photo: Thai Rath A PROMINENT ACADEMIC said Monday (Sep.4) he wondered if Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin could practically be independent of de facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305548-could-srettha-be-free-of-thaksin’s-influence-academic/

A PROMINENT ACADEMIC said Monday (Sep.4) he wondered if Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin could practically be independent of de facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra. Thammasat University law lecturer Prinya Thaewanarumitkul commented that nobody could be completely positive that Srettha could be practically free of Thaksin’s alleged influence which has allegedly prevailed over all members of the Pheu Thai rank and file. Thaksin’s sister/deposed prime minister Yingluck Shinawatra had allegedly pushed for the naming of the real estate tycoon as a Pheu Thai candidate for prime minister who was given a decisive yea vote from senators last month. Nevertheless, the de facto Pheu Thai boss who had allegedly taken part in power play allocating cabinet portfolios among coalition partners literally from his hospital bed might probably try to keep the newly-named prime minister under control, according to the Thammasat law lecturer. By Thai Newsroom Reporters TOP: Prime Minister Srettha Thavisn, right, and Pheu Thai de facto boss Thaksin Shinawatra. Photo: Thai Rath Full story: https://thainewsroom.com/2023/09/04/could-srettha-be-free-of-thaksins-influence-academic/ -- THAI NEWSROOM 2023-09-05 - 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

Turkish Fitness Trainer Nabbed On Charges Of Defrauding Rich Thai Women by TNR Staff The Turkish fitness trainer being arrested by police September 4, 2023. Photos: Matichon A TURKISH fitness trainer was arrested in Lat Phrao area this afternoon (Sep. 4) on charges of defrauding rich Thai women with losses amounting to millions of baht, Matichon newspaper said. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305547-turkish-fitness-trainer-nabbed-on-charges-of-defrauding-rich-thai-women/

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Lawsuit against Anutin for removing cannabis from controlled drugs list dismissed Thailand’s Supreme Administrative Court upheld a lower court’s decision today (Monday) dismissing a lawsuit, filed by six individuals, against Public Health Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and another health official, accusing them of committing a wrongful act by removing cannabis and hemp from Category 5 controlled drugs list. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305536-lawsuit-against-anutin-for-removing-cannabis-from-controlled-drugs-list-dismissed/

Thailand is a fantastic destination for remote work to enjoy the work-life balance with a choice of wonderful destinations and all of them easily accessible. Thailand: A Preferred Destination for Remote Work Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305518-thailand-a-preferred-destination-for-remote-work/

Frustration mounts over costly and limited professional teacher exam registration in Thailand by Neill Fronde Photo: Peelings media/Istock Social media was ablaze yesterday with complaints about the online application process for the professional teacher exam. Internet users were left frustrated by the high cost and limited availability of spaces. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305497-frustration-mounts-over-costly-and-limited-professional-teacher-exam-registration-in-thailand/

Social media was ablaze yesterday with complaints about the online application process for the professional teacher exam. Internet users were left frustrated by the high cost and limited availability of spaces. Some had to travel to different provinces for the exam and questioned whether a survey of potential applicants had been conducted before the opening. Yesterday, the Office of the Secretary of the Teachers’ Council announced the test and assessment of the professional competence of teachers. The testing is based on the knowledge and professional experience according to the professional standards of teachers. The first round for this year was open for online registration from 4 to 22 September on the website of the Office of the Secretary of the Teachers’ Council. However, on the first day of professional teacher exam registration, there were many criticisms online. The hashtag #ProfessionalTeacherLicense became the second most trending topic. Many users complained that all the exam venues filled up quickly after registration opened, and some reported that the system had crashed the night before, reported Sanook. “There are hundreds of thousands of people who want to take the exam, but they only accept tens of thousands. Not everyone has access to the exam venues, and the exam fee is expensive.” by Neill Fronde Photo: Peelings media/Istock Full story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/frustration-mounts-over-costly-and-limited-professional-teacher-exam-registration-in-thailand -- The Thaiger 2023-09-04 - 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

Thai Rice Exports Up 11.9% YOY by Paul Rujopakarn BANGKOK (NNT) - Thailand’s rice exports surged 11.9% year-on-year to 5.29 million tons as of August 29 this year, according to recently released data. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305496-thai-rice-exports-up-119-yoy/

BANGKOK (NNT) - Thailand’s rice exports surged 11.9% year-on-year to 5.29 million tons as of August 29 this year, according to recently released data. Data from the Ministry of Commerce showed the kingdom exported rice valued at US$2.56 billion in the first seven months of 2023, an increase of 20.73% from a year earlier. Ronarong Poolphiphat, Director-General of the ministry’s Foreign Trade Department, said the increase in Thai rice shipments was attributed to concerns over droughts as a result of the El Nino weather phenomenon. India’s rice export ban was also cited as a factor, as it prompted rice-importing countries to buy more to maintain food security. Ronarong told a news conference that a stable Thai baht against the U.S. dollar and competitive export prices with those of other exporters, such as Vietnam and Pakistan, also supported the rice export growth. He further noted that the commerce ministry maintains its forecast of Thai rice shipments at 8 million tons this year. by Paul Rujopakarn Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG230904110535601 -- NNT 2023-09-04 - 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

Tidal wave: Satun beach road left in ruins, affecting 2,500 households by Nattapong Westwood Photo courtesy of KhaoSod. An intense tidal wave, coupled with rising sea levels, caused severe damage to a cement road along Hua Hin beach in the Satun province. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305495-tidal-wave-satun-beach-road-left-in-ruins-affecting-2500-households/

Electric car fire: Week-old million baht vehicle ignites in Udon Thani mall by Nattapong Westwood Photo courtesy of KhaoSod. A week-old electric car costing over a million baht, suddenly caught fire while being charged in front of a shopping mall in Udon Thani, northeast Thailand. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305494-electric-car-fire-week-old-million-baht-vehicle-ignites-in-udon-thani-mall/

Thai PM Srettha will not attend ASEAN summits this week Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin Jakarta – Newly elected Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin will not be able to attend the ASEAN summit later this week in Jakarta, because his government is yet to take an oath and deliver a policy statement to parliament. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305493-thai-pm-srettha-will-not-attend-asean-summits-this-week/

Jakarta – Newly elected Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin will not be able to attend the ASEAN summit later this week in Jakarta, because his government is yet to take an oath and deliver a policy statement to parliament. The Thai delegation will be led by Sarun Charoensuwan, Permanent Secretary for Foreign Affairs, according to a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The three-day ASEAN Summit and ASEAN-related summits will kick off tomorrow (September 5th) with more than a dozen meetings among the ASEAN leaders and their dialogue partners. Sarun will participate in all the sessions, including the foreign ministerial and joint coordinating council’s meetings ahead of the leaders’ meeting. Sarun will also participate in the opening of the ASEAN-Indo Pacific Forum (AIPF), along with the other ASEAN leaders. The AIPF is the flagship event of the ASEAN summit, which serves as a platform on which to exchange views and strategies for the implementation of the ASEAN Outlook on the Indo-Pacific (AOIP). He will also attend several ASEAN-plus summits with China, Japan, South Korea, the US, Canada, Australia, India and ASEAN Plus Three. TOP: Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin -- Thai PBS 2023-09-04 - 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

Phang Nga Deputy Governor found dead at a hotel in Phuket by Petch Petpailin Photo via Facebook/ M KaJorn Udomphol. The Deputy Governor of Phang Nga province in the southern part of Thailand died at a hotel in Phuket. The cause of his death is believed to be a heart attack. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305491-phang-nga-deputy-governor-found-dead-at-a-hotel-in-phuket/

Boat capsize tragedy: Retail manager and friend drown in northeast Thailand reservoir by Nattapong Westwood Photo courtesy of KhaoSod. A prominent 35 year old retail store manager, along with a friend, tragically drowned after their boat capsized due to a leak in a reservoir in Nakhon Phanom province, northeast Thailand. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305490-boat-capsize-tragedy-retail-manager-and-friend-drown-in-northeast-thailand-reservoir/

Violent altercation tragically claims life of Pathum Thani man by Nattapong Westwood Photo courtesy of KhaoSod A 34 year old man was tragically killed in a violent altercation in a rented room in Khlong Luang, Pathum Thani, central Thailand. The incident, which occurred yesterday, at 8pm, was reported to the police by Wirawat Niyom Thatsap, a Khlong Luang Police Station investigator. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305489-violent-altercation-tragically-claims-life-of-pathum-thani-man/

UPDATE: American TikToker and teacher arrested for sexually assaulting young Thai girl by Petch Petpailin Photo via Facebook/ ข่าวนกกระจอก Thai police arrested a renowned American TikToker and English language teacher in Bangkok for sexually assaulting a 16 year old Thai girl who is a student of his. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305460-us-english-teacher-arrested-for-sexual-relation-with-16-yo-student/?do=findComment&comment=18324444

UPDATE: Thailand sees spike in monkeypox cases, especially among teenagers The Department of Disease Control has expressed concern over a surge in monkeypox cases in Thailand, especially among young people, as 145 new cases, including a 16-year-old boy, were recorded in August alone. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305467-monkeypox-outbreak-surge-in-cases-among-thai-teenagers/?do=findComment&comment=18324426

Thailand sees spike in monkeypox cases, especially among teenagers The Department of Disease Control has expressed concern over a surge in monkeypox cases in Thailand, especially among young people, as 145 new cases, including a 16-year-old boy, were recorded in August alone. DDC Director-General Dr. Tares Krassanairawiwong cited monkeypox infection statistics yesterday (Sunday) for the past four months: 22 cases in May, 48 cases in June, 80 cases in July and 145 cases in August. Of all the 316 cases recorded in Thailand up to August 31st, 271 are gay men, accounting for 85.8% of all infections, 143 of whom also have HIV. 277 are Thais and 36 are foreigners with three cases of unspecified nationality. One fatality was recorded. Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/thailand-sees-spike-in-monkeypox-cases-especially-among-teenagers/ -- Thai PBS2023-09-04 - 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

Thailand’s own Aquaman, ‘The Merman,’ rescues drowning Spanish tourist in Krabi by Bob Scott Picture of Scott Siranat courtesy of Facebook. Thailand’s very own Aquaman showcased his heroic qualities last week when he saved a drowning Spanish tourist in Krabi, Thailand. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305488-thailand’s-own-aquaman-‘the-merman’-rescues-drowning-spanish-tourist-in-krabi/

Fatal shooting in Chachoengsao leaves one dead by Nattapong Westwood Photo courtesy of KhaoSod. A fatal shooting has taken place in Chachoengsao province, leaving a 43 year old man dead after a heated argument. The incident occurred at 10pm yesterday, in Tha Takiap district. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305486-fatal-shooting-in-chachoengsao-leaves-one-dead/

Gen Prawit Warns of Future Water Crisis, Urges Conservative Water Usage by Tanakorn Sangiam BANGKOK (NNT) - Gen Prawit Wongsuwan, as head of the National Water Command, has warned all sectors of the impending water crisis, urging everyone to use water conservatively to help tackle issues stemming from climate change and El Nino. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305484-gen-prawit-warns-of-future-water-crisis-urges-conservative-water-usage/

BANGKOK (NNT) - Gen Prawit Wongsuwan, as head of the National Water Command, has warned all sectors of the impending water crisis, urging everyone to use water conservatively to help tackle issues stemming from climate change and El Nino. Gen Prawit said water management principles of all related agencies in Thailand follow the United Nations’ goals to encourage change, build cooperation, exchange knowledge, promote participation from all sides including youth, develop clean drinking water, and promote conservative use of water. Gen Prawit said Thailand is committed to managing its water resources and mitigating the effects of climate change through participation, together with the promotion of water management practices in local communities, the development of new technologies and innovations, and the promotion of local wisdom. These efforts are aimed at providing all groups of people equitable access to clean water, minimizing the potential impacts of disasters, promoting balance and sustainability in river basin areas, and achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) on water resources. Office of The National Water Resources (ONWR) Secretary General Surasri Kidtimonton said Gen Prawit had ordered the office to forecast the level of water available during the El Nino period, and to come up with measures for the rainy season, which includes an advanced plan for the dry season. The ONWR is also instructed to prevent water shortages in any area through cooperation with local agencies and to ensure preparedness to provide timely aid to affected villagers. by Tanakorn Sangiam Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG230904093059563 -- NNT 2023-09-04 - 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