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1 hour ago, jippytum said:

No mystery... Thaksin bribed the medical staff.  Case closed. 

Yes, like you, I was not gripped. Is anyone?

4 hours ago, illisdean said:

Biden failed, BIG TIME, as he does so often AND you ain't got the stones to admit it. He annihilated a family of 10 or so Afghans, 7 children going to a picnic when he lit them up with a hellfire missile. Total failure, Trump was on the golf course, so you GOT a big fat NOTHING again.

 

 

https://edition.cnn.com/2021/09/20/world/meanwhile-in-america-september-20-intl-latam/index.html#:~:text=CNN,on the globe

Biden did that? He should have got staff to fly planes and fire missiles.

5 hours ago, ThaiPauly said:

It's only fair that low paid workers should earn enough to live on.

At 400 a day that's only 2 grand a week....not enough with prices rising everywhere, yet that's all they are gonna get.

If we foreigners have to pay a bit more so that Somchai can put a roof over his head and feed himself I think we wouod all be happy to pay a bit more so that can happen

Yes, I would. But not so tax avoiding billionaires can profit even more.

5 hours ago, webfact said:

File photo courtesy od Thai PBS World

 

A dramatic turn in Thai politics emerged as lawyer Tiwa Karnkasang submitted a striking petition to the Election Commission (EC) on Wednesday. He pushed for the dissolution of the Pheu Thai Party and its coalition partners, hinging on an incendiary audio clip allegedly revealing misconduct by Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra.

 

The recording purportedly captures a conversation between Paetongtarn and Cambodian Senate President Hun Sen.

 

Tiwa claims the clip exposes actions threatening national security and breaching ethical standards. It mentions discussions on border strategies and suggests the PM favoured Cambodian interests, criticised her own military, and exchanged confidential details with a foreign leader.

 

These revelations, according to Tiwa, are a severe violation of expected governmental conduct.

 

Accusations focus on the Thai-Cambodian tensions, with recent military clashes over disputed territories being highlighted.

 

Tiwa argues Paetongtarn’s personal ties with the Cambodian regime may have undermined the national response and compromised state governance.

 

Further fuel was added by a public admission from the PM, acknowledging the clip's authenticity, purportedly reinforcing claims of misconduct.

 

Tiwa insists these actions not only undermine Thailand's military but also weaken its diplomatic stance, threatening sovereignty and constituting grave ethical breaches.

 

Additionally, Tiwa criticises the Pheu Thai Party’s executive committee for its silence and continued support of Paetongtarn, accusing them of antagonism towards democratic principles.

 

He also targets coalition parties like United Thai Nation and others, alleging support for political gains and Cabinet quotas over national interest.

 

The plea urges the EC to consult the Constitutional Court for the potential dissolution of involved parties and to revoke the electoral rights of their leaders.

 

The petition bases its arguments on Thailand’s Constitution, the Organic Act on Political Parties, and sections of the Penal Code.

 

Tiwa calls for urgent EC action, warning of dire national consequences similar to historic territorial losses, like the Preah Vihear Temple dispute, should the situation remain unchecked.

 

  Adapted by ASEAN Now from The Nation 2025-06-26

 

 

Who needs another thread about this issue? How many are there already?

Why has snoop1130 started the same thread twice at almost the same time?

Which thread should I post to?

2 hours ago, impulse said:

 

Hasn't failed me yet.  But I also keep walking and don't break stride.  Mostly on Suk, between EmQuarter and Nana.

 

TBH, I haven't a clue what their game is.  We've never gotten that far into a conversation.

 

Indians do seem to be particularly thick skinned.

2 hours ago, paul1804 said:

No the corrupt system is enjoyed by all the elite, not just Thaksin. The military should be in charge of the armed forces to protect the country and not have political involvement. History shows it is a perfect scenario for a basket case leadership, just look west, north, north again and east, all military controlled governments where the generals are wealthy and the people are mostly poor and lacking in Infrastructure. Thailand is no exception, why do they need to spend billions on 3 submarines when the money should be used on education, health and infrastructure. Where will the 3 subs operate given the shallow gulf of Thailand, the Andaman? its just a complete joke!

Abbot Wat Rai Khing charged with 300 million baht embezzlement May 2025.

6 hours ago, jippytum said:

All designed to get Thakin off the hook in his upcoming court cases. 

How long will Thai put up with political manipulation of the justice system to appease one corrupt family. 

I gave you a 'cup', but would suggest there are many other corrupt families. How high can you go?

On 6/12/2025 at 9:16 AM, Harrisfan said:

All you can do is eat food.

 

 

Sometimes I look through the online sites about what to do in Bangkok this coming week. It is often nearly all cafes and food. And then there are the regular sections about cafes and food.

1 hour ago, ronnie50 said:

I've wondered about that in other places like Bangkok too. The big question is who owns them? Is there a certain small group of people that own the majority of them? I doubt they are all individually owned by sole proprietors. Money laundering comes to mind.

It is ridiculous how many there are. And not many working within the law as it was originally understood.

Most do not even pretend to be dispensaries any more.

I would also like to know what the real game is.

On 6/9/2025 at 2:54 PM, JonnyF said:

It's definitely illogical. 

 

Why is buying a beer at 711 at 1:45pm OK but at 2:15pm illegal?

Why is smoking tobacco and cannabis legal but a vape is illegal?

Why is buying a lottery ticket legal but betting on a football match illegal?

Why are ST rooms in Pattaya bars allowed, but not in BKK bars?

 

It's all very strange. 

 

 

Why is there no alcohol on Buddhist holidays, but cannabis shops are open selling stuff that might have meant jail time not long ago.

5 minutes ago, KhunHeineken said:

You get what you pay for.  My health is worth more to me than a Thai government hospital. 

As always, balance. My health is important to me, but so are my other living expenses.

When I am unable to live as I choose because insurance costs are so high I must review whether I need to be looked after in luxury and overcharged for everything. If I say I do not need to be admitted the insurance will not pay for anything.

Overpriced insurance and overpriced hospitals are in it together and it is not for our benefit.

On 6/7/2025 at 4:30 PM, WDSmart said:

Or, you could just go to a government hospital and receive treatments for free or a very, very low cost. 

I think you can not get it for free.

Thai people can not. It is definitely cheaper, but even for Thai people the treatment on offer may not give them what they need. And then they must ask how much for what they need? It will not be 30 baht.

On 6/5/2025 at 3:40 PM, Isaan sailor said:

As long as it costs less to live here than where I came from, I’m satisfied.  But if that ever changes—goodbye LoS.

Good plan

On 6/5/2025 at 3:40 PM, Isaan sailor said:

As long as it costs less to live here than where I came from, I’m satisfied.  But if that ever changes—goodbye LoS.

Good plan.  You better check prices where you came from before you book the ticket.

Apart from that, me too.

1 hour ago, Mad Mustang said:

A calculator and a bit of common sense reveals what this means for the future and stability of the UK financially and as far as sovereignty is concerned and the final calculation isn’t good. But it is the same for most of the EU countries and Canada, Australia, New Zealand.

It is no accident and enquiring mind might wonder who the real puppet masters are?

Do you have an enquiring mind?

Can you tell this simple soul who the real puppet masters are?

11 hours ago, JoePai said:

Here we go again, the same old game "plucking numbers from the sky"  😟

Does aseannow have to give publicity to everything TAT want to say?

9 hours ago, hotchilli said:

The Shin dynasty days are coming to a close... time for an elected government not a rich powerful family

Even ones in palaces? Surely you are mistaken.

10 hours ago, worgeordie said:

Will you be going too Bob , good luck ,you can post in the Vietnamese section.

 

regards Worgeordie

The dullest place in Thailand is a forum filled by in jokes about their friends.

4 hours ago, Felton Jarvis said:

At this point, I would like to see Thailand go back to an absolute Monarchy. Coups would be history at that point. Let the Monarchy run the country.  We could do much worse.

Any particular Monarch in mind?

'Not trying to be negative, just curious.....'

Wow!

That was you trying not to be negative......

1 hour ago, hotchilli said:

Please brew some decent craft beers at reasonable prices.

It would be a good start.

And then allow the promotion of these products. Still against the law?

The distribution networks and shelf space currently is dominated by the big boys.

Online sales still against the law?