Popular Post webfact Posted June 20, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted June 20, 2019 Drug free Full Moon Party better for the image of Thailand File photo Channel 7 news reported on the Full Moon Party held at Had Rin beach in Koh Phangan earlier this week. They reported that since the local district chief had ordered a crackdown on drug taking at the monthly party the image of Thailand had improved. The media reported that mostly foreign tourists and Thai tourists were having a great time with many decked out in luminous paint dancing the night away. Yes, many were drunk but it was by and large good-natured and safe. Channel 7 said that safety was a priority at the party. Party goers were checked on arrival and exit for passports and ID cards. Shops were checked for selling fake booze, overcharging and the distribution of drugs. Since the Koh Phangan district chief had ordered "No Drugs" it was better for all, they said. Source: CH7 -- © Copyright Thai Visa News 2019-06-20 Follow Thaivisa on LINE for breaking Thailand news and visa info 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Matzzon Posted June 20, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted June 20, 2019 Yes, it´s much better for the image. I agree on that. The probelm, though, is that the party is popular because of the drugs. In short, that means they are creating just another automatically fading image. 7 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Captain_Bob Posted June 20, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted June 20, 2019 Thailand was already a drug-free country in 2003. I remember when Thaksin said so right after killing 2000 hilltribe people. 8 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Phuketshrew Posted June 20, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted June 20, 2019 No drugs at the full moon party? Whatever next, no prostitution in Pattaya? 2 13 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madmitch Posted June 20, 2019 Share Posted June 20, 2019 Because all drug pushers are going to abide by the directive of the district chief, law-abiding citizens as they are! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post ThomasThBKK Posted June 20, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted June 20, 2019 Drug free techno parties, whats next?? Beer without alcohol? Hilarious 4 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post crazykopite Posted June 20, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted June 20, 2019 No drugs at the FMP who are they kidding you can walk along the streets and smell the weed 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cheapcanuck Posted June 20, 2019 Share Posted June 20, 2019 Nice sound bite but will never stop the drugs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katipo Posted June 20, 2019 Share Posted June 20, 2019 Many moons ago I attended my one and only party down there. In the 20 metre space between two male and female toilet buildings was a pickup full of dealers who'd jump off the back to approach men as they went to use the facilities. Closer to the female building was a pickup full ogfBIB who did... Well, absolutely nothing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kcpattaya Posted June 20, 2019 Share Posted June 20, 2019 I am surprised as, from what I understand: The drug-trade is driven by the locals... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post epicstuff Posted June 20, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted June 20, 2019 these parties are now mainly kids, the vast majority are now only drinking anway. The small % on the back bar doing omelettes and shakes are lost in the numbers. Cant see how 20,000 drunk kids is better than 5000 tripped out hippies. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThomasThBKK Posted June 20, 2019 Share Posted June 20, 2019 1 hour ago, Katipo said: Many moons ago I attended my one and only party down there. In the 20 metre space between two male and female toilet buildings was a pickup full of dealers who'd jump off the back to approach men as they went to use the facilities. Closer to the female building was a pickup full ogfBIB who did... Well, absolutely nothing. What do you expect them todo? They are at work and have to stay sober, someone has to be the tripsitter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Oxx Posted June 20, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted June 20, 2019 How can one possibly tolerate that ghastly music without being off one's head on drugs? 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sammieuk1 Posted June 20, 2019 Share Posted June 20, 2019 They reported that since the local district chief had ordered a crackdown on drug taking at the monthly party the image of Thailand had improved. Said a pole of two generals???? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post varun Posted June 20, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted June 20, 2019 The probability of Thailand becoming drug-free is equivalent to the probability of Thailand becoming prostitution-free. In short, never going to happen. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Vacuum Posted June 20, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted June 20, 2019 2 hours ago, Phuketshrew said: No drugs at the full moon party? Whatever next, no prostitution in Pattaya? Confirmed already a few days ago by a 'Top Cop' 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Hayduke Posted June 20, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted June 20, 2019 (edited) Next party they should invite Uncle to attend and thrill the crowd with a few of his legendary hit songs. Military police could also be on hand to ensure that everyone dresses appropriately and applauds at all the right times. This would ensure that a safe, happy and memorable event would be enjoyed by all....and the image of Thailand would reach new, spectacular heights. Edited June 20, 2019 by Hayduke 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pablosbmb Posted June 20, 2019 Share Posted June 20, 2019 5 hours ago, crazykopite said: No drugs at the FMP who are they kidding you can walk along the streets and smell the weed Weed you dufus its about the deadly chemicals like Methamphetamine which can be found easier than Marijuana in Thailand. The world is legalizing marijuana and Thailand should legalize it too. As for image bullshit bubble gum smoke and mirrors as per usual. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotchilli Posted June 21, 2019 Share Posted June 21, 2019 19 hours ago, webfact said: Shops were checked for selling fake booze, overcharging and the distribution of drugs. Lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cabradelmar Posted June 21, 2019 Share Posted June 21, 2019 Where there is demand there will be supply. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oxx Posted June 21, 2019 Share Posted June 21, 2019 6 minutes ago, Cabradelmar said: Where there is demand there will be supply. Conversely, and to quote Tom Lehrer's "The Old Dope Peddler" "He gives the kids free samples Because he knows full well That today's young innocent faces Will be tomorrow's clientele" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
e2x10 Posted June 21, 2019 Share Posted June 21, 2019 Yes, I'll rest easier Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Purdey Posted June 21, 2019 Share Posted June 21, 2019 When the number of tourists drops dramatically, the crackdown will crack. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
observer90210 Posted June 29, 2019 Share Posted June 29, 2019 Yes they have totally erased prostitution from Pattaya in just one group finger pointing photo...and same with the junkie island that is now a respected family resort to party....????. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChipButty Posted June 30, 2019 Share Posted June 30, 2019 Drug free Full Moon Party better If you say so Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
observer90210 Posted July 3, 2019 Share Posted July 3, 2019 Obviously the whole PR communication or it's statments are not "brown enveloppe free".... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brigand Posted July 4, 2019 Share Posted July 4, 2019 Quote Drug free Full Moon Party better for the image of Thailand Dream on ... if that ever happens then there won't be a full moon party anyone. The delusions of some are just stunning. What? You think everyone will travel all that way just for some 18th century fun and sit around on the beach singing wholesome songs that are approved by the dinosaurs ... lol. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
balo Posted July 4, 2019 Share Posted July 4, 2019 They should remove the alcohol as well and declare it a drug and alcohol free zone. Then there will be no more tourists coming, perfect for the image of Thailand. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamJar Posted July 4, 2019 Share Posted July 4, 2019 I wouldn't take my passport with me to the FMP. What idiot came up with that idea? Perhaps a photocopy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sunnyboy2018 Posted July 10, 2019 Share Posted July 10, 2019 On 6/20/2019 at 6:20 AM, Matzzon said: Yes, it´s much better for the image. I agree on that. The probelm, though, is that the party is popular because of the drugs. In short, that means they are creating just another automatically fading image. drunk on ted bull and vodka. Pathetic rubbish not safer at all and certainly not better for the image of thailand. Drugs underpin, musical, artistic, creative culture. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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