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Thai tourism industry anticipates growth under potential Pheu Thai government by Alex Morgan Photo courtesy of jcomp/Freepik The Thai tourism industry is buzzing with optimism as the Pheu Thai party is potentially gearing up to form the anticipated government. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303003-thai-tourism-industry-anticipates-growth-under-potential-pheu-thai-government/

The Thai tourism industry is buzzing with optimism as the Pheu Thai party is potentially gearing up to form the anticipated government. With Pheu Thai’s known successful stint in the realm of governance and its proven track record in enhancing the economy, the tourism sector is eagerly waiting for efficient tourism policies to be rolled out to mitigate existing challenges. The Association of Thai Travel Agents (Atta) president Sisdivachr Cheewarattanaporn expressed confidence in Pheu Thai forming a coalition government citing their extensive experience in running the country and their successful endeavours to uplift the economy. He mentioned how economic growth could be stimulated further under such a government in contrast to previous decades under military control to boost Thai tourism. Sisdivachr firmly believes that such a government would put economic policies at the forefront, including recognising tourism as a significant growth engine. He remarked on the successful projects of Pheu Thai’s past administration, recommending their reimplementation. For example, marketing initiatives for the Chinese film Lost in Thailand presented notable results, as subsequent buzz propelled Thai tourism among mainland travellers. by Alex Morgan Photo courtesy of jcomp/Freepik -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-08-09 - 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.

Hua Hin listed among top 10 retirement destinations in Asia, according to USNews.com By Online Reporter File photo A recent article by usnews.com has spotlighted Hua Hin as one of the top 10 retirement destinations in Asia. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303001-hua-hin-listed-among-top-10-retirement-destinations-in-asia-according-to-usnewscom/

Phuket oil spill threatens ecosystem, 4 sea turtles found dead already by Mitch Connor Photo courtesy of Thai Maritime Enforcement Command Centre's Region 3 An oil spill originating from an unverified source, suspected to be a ship, has contaminated the shores of Sirinat National Park and Koh Racha Yai. Authorities have already managed to clear up around three tonnes of oil. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1303000-phuket-oil-spill-threatens-ecosystem-4-sea-turtles-found-dead-already/

NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Wednesday 9 August 2023 Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302999-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-wednesday-9-august-2023/

The Pheu Thai Party says five more parties have joined the Pheu Thai-led coalition and a new conference is expected later today. Thai press report Thaksin Shinawatra anticipates once he returns he would spend just a few days, not months or years behind bars. He was expected to arrive once Pheu Thai had their man Srettha Thavi-sin named as head of government. However there still remains a degree of uncertainty. The next vote by junta appointed senators is due on 17th August. Police arrested a 16-year-old girl in Kamphaeng Phet for luring minors into prostitution. A group known as ‘Alliance Anti-Traffic Thailand’ reported activities of the 16 year old who connected underage girls with clients once a fee had been agreed via a qr code. She was being charged with sex trafficking and child prostitution. Thai Airways and Turkish Airlines signed an MOU with the aim of forming a joint-venture to collaborate on several routes between Europe and Asia, including daily service between Bangkok and Istanbul from December. Thai airways is still in recovery mode after restructuring it’s debts following Covid. The airline plans to order another 30 aircraft by the end of the year, Police announced that passengers that use taxis and other forms of public transport will legally be required to wear a seatbelt from November. Signs will be displayed and drivers will need to inform their passengers. Heavy rain has continued to cause havoc with landslides and damaged roads in many parts of the north east. To the west the tak province flooding and subsidence has damaged many roads and bridges. Further rain is expected. Around the Region: Malaysia: British pop band The 1975 are being sued after a controversial performance at the Good Vibes Festival in KL last month. The festival demanded the band pay more than S$3.6 million sing dollars damages after the event was cancelled abruptly, Singer Matty Healy criticized the Malaysian government for criminalising same-sex relationships. He then kissed the band’s bassist Ross MacDonald on stage. The weather: Chiang Mai and the north: cloudy with thundershowers 28C Bangkok: sunny partly Cloudy, with thundershowers 34C Pattaya, sunny partly cloudy 32C Phuket and the south: Cloudy with rain this afternoon, 29C ‘Hua Hin’: Bright, partly cloudy, 33C. 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 Listen Live: Surf 102.5 Facebook: Surf 102.5 -- © Copyright SURF 102.5 FM 2023-08-09 - 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.

Human trafficking: Kantharalak karaoke club raided following charges of child prostitution by Nattapong Westwood Photo courtesy of KhaoSod At 10.10pm yesterday, an infamous karaoke club, located in the Nong Ya Lad district of Kantharalak, Sisaket was raided by Siriwit Chan Techasitkul, the head of Human Trafficking Case Management at the Department of Special Investigation (DSI), joined by Surachai Tumwong, protector of Srisaket Province, Narin Bupta, station chief of Kantharalak police station, and social and human security development officials of Sisaket province. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302998-human-trafficking-kantharalak-karaoke-club-raided-following-charges-of-child-prostitution/

Daniel Sancho: What happens next in Thailand murder and dismemberment case? The Spaniard, accused of killing Colombian plastic surgeon Edwin Arrieta, could serve a sentence in Spain under a 1987 agreement if he is not given the death penalty by ÓSCAR LÓPEZ-FONSECA Madrid Daniel Sancho, wearing a cap and handcuffed, surrounded by Thai police officers after his arrest on the island of Koh Pha-ngan. REUTERS Madrid - AUG 08, 2023 - Spanish chef Daniel Sancho, the son of actor Rodolfo Sancho, who has confessed to the murder and dismemberment of Colombian plastic surgeon Edwin Arrieta on the Thai island of Koh Pha-ngan, was remanded in custody Monday by order of the Koh Samui Provincial Court. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302997-daniel-sancho-what-happens-next-in-thailand-murder-and-dismemberment-case/ Full story:

Sons’ abandonment sparks plea for help from disabled Thai father by Petch Petpailin Photo via Matichon. A disabled Thai man and his wife have turned to government organisations for assistance following the abandonment by their sons. The wife expressed her inability to continue caring for her husband due to the demands of everyone’s work commitments. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302996-sons’-abandonment-sparks-plea-for-help-from-disabled-thai-father/

Sattahip Man Burns Himself While Allegedly Trying to Set Fire to a Neighbours House in Revenge of a Noise Complaint By Tanakorn Panyadee Sattahip — A man accidentally burned himself while allegedly trying to set fire to his neighbours house in retaliation for the neighbor filing a noise complaint against him. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302995-sattahip-man-burns-himself-while-allegedly-trying-to-set-fire-to-a-neighbours-house-in-revenge-of-a-noise-complaint/

World Dragon Boat Championship Officially Kicks off in Rayong By Tanakorn Panyadee PHOTO: ปรเมศวร์ งามพิเชษฐ์ โดย ทีมงานพี่เบียร์ Rayong — The 16th IDBF World Dragon Boat Championship Thailand 2023 finally began yesterday, August 8th, at the Royal Thai Navy Rowing and Canoeing Training Centre in Rayong and will last until August 13th. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302994-world-dragon-boat-championship-officially-kicks-off-in-rayong/

Drunken Monk's Car Crash Stirs Controversy in Phayao Picture: 77kaoded In a bizarre incident, Luang Lung, a monk from Wat Ban Huak in Phayao, crashed his sedan while allegedly intoxicated, causing a scene on the streets. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302991-drunken-monks-car-crash-stirs-controversy-in-phayao/

Violent Gang Strikes Homes, Leaves 3 Children Injured in Kalasin Province Picture: Siam Rath A disturbing incident unfolded in Kalasin Province as a group of around 20 teenagers armed with weapons like knives and baseball bats targeted homes, resulting in injuries to three children. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302990-violent-gang-strikes-homes-leaves-3-children-injured-in-kalasin-province/

Fire Engulfs Korat Apartment Complex, Evacuation Efforts Accelerated Picture: Siam Rath At around 7:30 PM on August 8, Pol. Col. Prasit Pramkamol, Chief of Nakhon Ratchasima City Police, received a report of a fire at the Platinam House Project. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302989-fire-engulfs-korat-apartment-complex-evacuation-efforts-accelerated/

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Phuket officials probe safety standards after speedboat’s reckless wave maneuvering by Neill Fronde No punishment was given after viral video of Phuket speedboats. (via Teerapong Hempitak). Following a public outcry driven by online footage showcasing the reckless manoeuvring of a tour speedboat through large waves, the Phuket Marine Office has released a statement on the incident. The speedboat, distinctly labelled Natthicha 555, flagrantly disregarded a water safety notice by failing to equip its tourists with life jackets. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302969-phuket-officials-probe-safety-standards-after-speedboat’s-reckless-wave-maneuvering/

16 year old Thai girl arrested for acting as pimp, offering underage teenage prostitutes by Petch Petpailin Photo via Facebook/ ตำรวจไซเบอร์ – บช.สอท. Cyber Crimes Investigation Bureau (CCIB) officers arrested a 16 year old girl who acted as a pimp, providing underage teenage prostitutes to customers in Kamphaeng Phet, central Thailand. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302968-16-year-old-thai-girl-arrested-for-acting-as-pimp-offering-underage-teenage-prostitutes/

Smooth skies ahead: THAI-Turkish partnership signals global travel upswing by Alex Morgan Picture courtesy of Thai Airways. A monumental leap forward for international air travel took flight yesterday when Thai Airways International (THAI) and Turkish Airlines secured a memorandum of understanding. The anticipated partnership will focus on the cut-throat competition prevalent on Asia-Europe routes. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302967-smooth-skies-ahead-thai-turkish-partnership-signals-global-travel-upswing/

A monumental leap forward for international air travel took flight yesterday when Thai Airways International (THAI) and Turkish Airlines secured a memorandum of understanding. The anticipated partnership will focus on the cut-throat competition prevalent on Asia-Europe routes. Commonly, airline collaborations entail synchronising schedules and revenue sharing. For instance, Qantas Airways and Emirates have a working partnership on Europe-Australia services. However, these arrangements need the green light from competition regulators in each operator’s country. Apart from enhancing their networks, this alliance would catalyse daily flights between Bangkok and Istanbul, as elucidated by THAI. The announcement of an exact take-off date for the service is aboard for today. On the other hand, Turkish Airlines already facilitates bi-daily travel to Thailand’s capital Bangkok. by Alex Morgan Picture courtesy of Thai Airways. Full story: https://thethaiger.com/news/business/thai-airways-and-turkish-airlines-join-forces-sparking-asia-europe-travel-evolution -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-08-09 - 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.

Cannabis clash to coalition: Bhumjaithai’s olive branch to Pheu Thai Party PM candidate by Petch Petpailin Photo via Facebook/ เศรษฐา ทวีสิน - Srettha Thavisin and พรรคภูมิใจไทย The fickle nature of Thai politics once again reared its ugly head when the leader of the Bhumjaithai Party extended an olive branch to the Pheu Thai Party prime ministerial candidate who levied against their cannabis legalisation policy during the General Election campaign. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302966-cannabis-clash-to-coalition-bhumjaithai’s-olive-branch-to-pheu-thai-party-pm-candidate/

The fickle nature of Thai politics once again reared its ugly head when the leader of the Bhumjaithai Party extended an olive branch to the Pheu Thai Party prime ministerial candidate who levied against their cannabis legalisation policy during the General Election campaign. Pheu Thai Party leader Chonlanarn Srikaew yesterday invited Anutin Charvirakul and the Bhumjaithai Party to a press conference to announce they have agreed to form a coalition government and agreed to propose Srettha Thavisin as their PM candidate. Anutin expressed confidence that the parties would successfully form a government with 212 votes from MPs from the two parties, 141 from the Pheu Thai Party and 71 from his party. Anutin emphasised that the two parties agreed they would not revise the lese majeste law, not be a minority government, and would not include the Move Forward Party (MFP) in their government-aligned parties. According to a report on BBC Thai, the two parties need 163 more votes from senators and MPs from other parties to be able to form a government and they will not court votes from the MFP as it would upset the majority of the Senate. by Petch Petpailin Photo via Facebook/ เศรษฐา ทวีสิน - Srettha Thavisin and พรรคภูมิใจไทย Full story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/cannabis-clash-to-coalition-bhumjaithais-olive-branch-to-pheu-thai-party-pm-candidate -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-08-09 - 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.

UPDATE: Thaksin Only Anticipates Days, Not Months Or Years, In Jail Upon Return By Thai Newsroom Reporters Pheu Thai de facto boss/former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra speaks to Reuters during an interview in Singapore. File photo: Reuters and published by Yahoo!News DE FACTO PHEU THAI BOSS Thaksin Shinawatra has been desperately anticipating a matter of days, not months or years, for himself being put behind bars upon returning home, according to a partisan source. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302964-wissanu-asks-thaksin-not-to-return-on-weekends-or-public-holidays/?do=findComment&comment=18260686

Thaksin Only Anticipates Days, Not Months Or Years, In Jail Upon Return By Thai Newsroom Reporters Pheu Thai de facto boss/former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra speaks to Reuters during an interview in Singapore. File photo: Reuters and published by Yahoo!News DE FACTO PHEU THAI BOSS Thaksin Shinawatra has been desperately anticipating a matter of days, not months or years, for himself being put behind bars upon returning home, according to a partisan source. Thaksin has been impatiently waiting for his party’s rank and file to run the country again so they will almost certainly find ways and means to help him out with his convicted jail term sooner than later, said the source who only spoke on condition that he not be identified. The globetrotting Thaksin who has recently shown up in Hong Kong and Phnom Penh will not return home as repeatedly heralded until Pheu Thai candidate Srettha Thavisin has been voted the country’s 30th prime minister and his party has completely set up a coalition government. The deposed prime minister who has been residing in self-exile abroad for the last 17 years following the 2006 coup has postponed his planned homecoming twice since last month with a previous schedule for the upcoming Thursday having been put off for no more than a couple of weeks. Full story: https://thainewsroom.com/2023/08/08/thaksin-only-anticipates-days-not-months-or-years-in-jail-upon-return/ -- © Copyright THAI NEWSROOM 2023-08-09 - 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.

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Wissanu asks Thaksin not to return on weekends or public holidays Thaksin Shinawatra A contingency plan is in place for the possible return of fugitive former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra. Whenever Thaksin does return to face legal action, the Thai government has already prepared plans to handle the situation, Deputy Prime Minister Wissanu Krea-ngam said Tuesday. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1302964-wissanu-asks-thaksin-not-to-return-on-weekends-or-public-holidays/