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Thailand Advances Casino Project Amid Overwhelming Public Support
Thailand's newly-appointed Deputy Finance Minister, Julaphan Amornvivat, has announced significant progress in the country's Entertainment Complex (Casino) project. Following a series of comprehensive public hearings, over 80% of respondents expressed approval for the initiative, propelling it closer to realisation. The casino project, initially developed in Parliament, is poised to proceed to discussions among coalition parties. If consensus is achieved, it will then be submitted to the Cabinet and Parliament for further evaluation. This development underscores the Thai government's commitment to leveraging the booming tourism and entertainment sectors to boost the national economy. Julaphan highlighted the expertise within the new economic team, including Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira and Deputy Finance Minister Paopoom Rojanasakul. Both bring substantial experience in capital markets, the private sector, and academic insights, promising a balanced approach to steering economic policies. Major initiatives in the pipeline include a digital wallet scheme, the creation of a financial hub, and the Vayupak Fund. “Our economic team is well-rounded, combining practical experience with academic knowledge to drive our initiatives forward,” Julaphan stated confidently. Meanwhile, the Tourism and Sports Minister, Sorawong Thienthong, expressed his vision for sustaining and growing Thailand's tourism sector. He plans to continue former Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin's policies, especially regarding visa-free agreements and promoting domestic tourism to bolster the local economy. "We intend to maintain the momentum in tourism by extending visa-free agreements and encouraging local travel, which will significantly benefit our economy," said Sorawong. The Entertainment Complex Act, a keystone of this initiative, is currently in draft form and will undergo further scrutiny in a public hearing mandated by Section 77 of the constitution. This feedback is crucial before the bill proceeds to the Cabinet. The bill outlines stringent regulations for the casino industry, including a substantial licence fee, regular assessments, and specific entry restrictions. Key features include a 5 billion baht registration fee, an annual fee of 1 billion baht, and a significant entrance fee for Thai citizens. With a potential 30-year licence, renewable for up to another 10 years, this could be a long-term economic boon for Thailand. Proponents argue that these complexes will significantly bolster tourist spending, echoing successes seen in places like Macau and Las Vegas. The global business value of casino-based entertainment complexes was reported at US$1.5 trillion in 2022, with expectations to reach US$2.2 trillion by 2028. While the proposal is largely supported, it has faced criticism from opposition figures concerned about regulatory enforcement. As Thailand moves toward a potentially lucrative future in the global casino market, much hinges on meticulous planning and effective governance to ensure the initiative's success. With broad public support and a robust policy framework, the Entertainment Complex project is set to be a transformative venture for Thailand's economy. File photo for reference only -- 2024-09-06 Get the ASEAN NOW daily NEWSLETTER - Click HERE to subscribe -
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Totally legal way to activate Windows
Cluelessness. PS runs about 350k lines of script transparently downloaded from a server into RAM, though the script can also be downloaded to disk and run from there. It appears that only luck saves your system from being rooted, encrypted, and held for ransom. -
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Splitting my time between Thailand & my originating country....
Maybe so and maybe I'm wrong but I don't see dealing with TRD half-baked official requirements eg TIN, TDA's and following years tax form lodgements as being without its problems for 180 day stayers. -
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Hunter Biden Felony Fest - the new trial begins:
I've followed Professor Turley for years, he has been saying for at least a year that he could not understand the legal advice being given to Hunter. Quite frankly, he excoriated his legal team for leaving their client is such jeopardy. It is his opinion that it was greed that undid the best interests of Hunter - his legal team filled their boots with exceptional provisions to the point where a Democrat judge said the deal offered was unacceptable - his defence team actually agreed they had never seen such a "generous" deal and growled "rip it up." Turley said they should never have uttered the words "rip it up." They should have negotiated the deal down and removed the egregious clauses. Historians will note - That horrendous day in court set in motion the end of the Biden Presidency. Instead of a plea deal and the "my son struggled with addiction due to grief" defence he now marched the Biden family up the hill of legal jeopardy - saw a bleak future - and marched straight back down again. The DNC knew this would be a horror show. That's why they threw Biden under the bus with that debate in July. I'm of the opinion that Trump is going to lose this election unless there is a dramatic change in the next few weeks. And historians will note that Trump should never have agreed to debate until after the conventions. -
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Cnn just exposed harris
harris using Trump wall in her ads . Review finds instances of harris slamming Trump’s “useless” border wall now featured in her campaign ads Clips from skynews source -
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New travel rules: Thailand’s ETA to shake up visa-free visitors
Removed off-topic posts about DTV and non-O visas. -
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Thailand Greenlights 661 Billion Baht Railway Development
Thailand is gearing up for a major railway overhaul with nine projects worth a staggering 661 billion baht (US$19.7 billion) slated for Cabinet approval next month, confirmed Deputy Transport Minister Surapong Piyachote. Amongst these, the second phase of the Thai-Chinese high-speed train system, stretching 357 kilometres, holds a significant emphasis. The ambitious plan includes six double-track rail routes, demanding 298 billion baht (US$8.9 billion). These will span several key locations: Paknam Pho-Den Chai, Chumphon-Surat Thani, Thanon Chira Junction-Ubon Ratchathani, Hat Yai Junction-Padang Besar, and Denchai-Chiang Mai. Each of these developments aims to improve connectivity and reduce travel times within the country. In addition, two projects focus on expanding Bangkok’s Red Line system into suburban areas, earmarked at 21.6 billion baht (US$6.4 billion). This covers extensions to Rangsit-Thammasat University Rangsit Campus and Siriraj-Taling Chan-Salaya, enhancing commute options for university students and locales. A standout in this lineup is the second phase of the Thai-Chinese high-speed train system, projected to cost 341.3 billion baht (US$10 billion). This phase extends from Nakhon Ratchasima to Nong Khai, closing the gap on what will eventually be a high-speed rail link stretching from Bangkok towards China. Construction bids are expected later this year with completion targeted for late 2028. The initial phase from Bangkok to Nakhon Ratchasima began in late 2017 but has faced delays, currently standing at 34.9% completion as of July. Adding a grim note, a recent tragedy in Nakhon Ratchasima saw the collapse of a rail tunnel due to heavy rains, tragically claiming the lives of three workers from China and Myanmar. Meanwhile, promising news for international travellers emerged with the completion of a rail bridge over the Mekong River, linking Thailand and Laos and bringing the vision of a Bangkok to Beijing rail journey one step closer. These developments signal a transformative era for Thailand's rail infrastructure, with projects promising both domestic benefits and international connectivity. File photo for reference only -- 2024-09-06 Get the ASEAN NOW daily NEWSLETTER - Click HERE to subscribe -
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Musk the useful idiot
And then more recently there also was this missive from Musk, which clearly puts him near and dear to Trump's dark heart: Elon Musk Endorsement of 'High-Status Male' Governance Theory Sept. 4, 2024 Elon Musk, has once again stirred controversy by endorsing a theory that advocates for governance by "high-status males" while excluding women and "low T men" from decision-making roles. The theory, which appears to have originated on the internet forum 4chan in 2021, was reposted by Musk on X, drawing widespread criticism. The theory suggests that a truly free-thinking "Republic" could only be established if governed by "high [testosterone] alpha males" and "aneurotypical people"—a term that the post appears to use to describe individuals on the autism spectrum. According to the theory, these "high-status males" are the only individuals capable of objectively analyzing information and making decisions based on truth rather than consensus. The post further argues that individuals who cannot defend themselves physically, particularly women and men with low testosterone, rely on societal consensus to filter information as a safety mechanism. ... Such theories, which promote a hierarchical and exclusionary form of governance based on perceived masculine traits, have been widely criticized for being sexist, unrealistic, and toxic. These ideas are often associated with alt-right communities that champion hegemonic masculinity and reject egalitarian principles." (more) https://aseannow.com/topic/1337173-elon-musk-endorsement-of-high-status-male-governance-theory/ -
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Trump Has 'Very' Rocky Moment On Fox News As He Repeatedly Denies Being Weird
Orange Man: "Come on, join the club J.D." -
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Electric Vehicles in Thailand
2 years ago we gave our Honda Click to the family and bought a ฿30k 1,000W Deco Hannah. I occasional use it and it's great fun. This morning someone parked the Click blocking my BYD and I had to push it out of the way. I had forgotten how heavy and ungainly it was after the Hannah.- 1
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Any real men in this generation
I don't live in Somalia or Syria. I hitch hiked all over Europe for a year in my youth, up to Lappland in winter and down to Israel without any altercation. I've never been involved in a fight in my 76 years because I mix with civilized people and don't engage in disreputable activities. My village in Isaan is full of hard working honest people and I have friendly relationships with them all. It may be that if one was brought up in a slum in Glasgow or a council estate in Liverpool 70 years ago that one would meet with mindless violence but that thankfully hasn't been my lot in life. Violence begets violence and I like to think that most peoples mentality is far removed from the teeth and claws of the jungle. -
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The Death penalty your opinion
Again empty rhetoric. I know this will probably be a surprise to you but Boko Harm, Hezbollah, the Taliban Pol pot, Mao, Stalin and Mussolini are from the USA. As to Boko Haram, Hezbolla, and the Taliban. Are you familiar with terrorist organizations. They are not even uncontrolled political figures in any country. Again, irrespective of what any state power does to excess with a prisoner. Are you really so stupid as to believe that gives criminals an open license to commit crime and they should not be punished. Who ties your shoes for you. -
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New travel rules: Thailand’s ETA to shake up visa-free visitors
I have now definitely scrapped Thailand from my list of possible retirement destinations. -
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Totally legal way to activate Windows
Of course it's downloading a third-party script, that's the very purpose of the "irm" command in powershell 🤦
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