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Report Thai PM Jets To UK & Monaco To Push 'Soft Power' Agenda
File photo. (AP Photo/Sakchai Lalit) Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra is heading to the United Kingdom and Monaco this week, with plans centred on boosting tourism and promoting Thailand's "soft power". Between May 21st and 25th, she aims to captivate international audiences with the charm and authenticity of Thai culture, according to government spokesperson Jirayu Houngsub. The premier will highlight Thai cuisine, boxing, and the potential for hosting prestigious international events. A crucial element of her UK visit is the unveiling of the new "Thai SELECT" logo. This certification, devised by the Thai government, assures the authentic taste of Thai eateries at home and abroad. Paetongtarn will present this coveted recognition to 115 Thai restaurants during a ceremony replete with demonstrations of Thai culinary splendours, aromatic Hom Mali rice, and evocative traditional practices like Thai boxing and massage. This mission is not just about taste; it's a strategic move to establish and strengthen ties with major food importers and the Association of Thai Businesses in the UK. Following the logo ceremony, Paetongtarn will host discussions with prominent food importers and the Thai business community in London to explore avenues for expanding Thailand’s culinary exports. Additionally, her visit includes engagements with leading Thai boxing enterprises, aiming to fortify sports collaborations between the UK and Thailand. The prime minister's itinerary also includes a promotional event at the Cricklewood branch of the Wing Yip Superstore, spotlighting Thai goods. Paetongtarn's journey doesn't stop there. She’ll head to Monaco, where Formula 1 racing takes centre stage. In Monte Carlo, discussions will unfold regarding the exhilarating prospect of Thailand hosting its own Formula 1 city circuit, marking Thailand’s potential entry onto the Grand Prix stage. The trip will further be highlighted by her attendance at the prestigious Formula 1 Tag Heuer Monaco Grand Prix, signalling Thailand's aspiration to blend tradition with modern sporting magnificence. This international mission underscores Thailand's strategic push to wield its cultural allure globally, laying groundwork for enhanced economic and cultural exchanges. As Paetongtarn navigates these diplomatic engagements, Thailand embraces a future grounded in the power of culinary and cultural diplomacy. Adapted by ASEAN Now from Thai PBS 2025-05-20 -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Tuesday 20 May 2025
Phayao Authorities Recover Body of Missing Man After 25 Days in Jungle Picture courtesy of Kaoded. After more than three weeks of intense searching, authorities in Phayao province have recovered the body of a 68-year-old man who went missing in the jungle late last month. The remains of Mr Chalat Phonyiam, a resident of Ban Cham Kai, were found deep in a remote forest area after he had been missing for 25 days. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1361139-phayao-authorities-recover-body-of-missing-man-after-25-days-in-jungle/ -
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Community Phayao Authorities Recover Body of Missing Man After 25 Days in Jungle
Picture courtesy of Kaoded. After more than three weeks of intense searching, authorities in Phayao province have recovered the body of a 68-year-old man who went missing in the jungle late last month. The remains of Mr Chalat Phonyiam, a resident of Ban Cham Kai, were found deep in a remote forest area after he had been missing for 25 days. Mr Chalat, who had ventured into the mountains to forage on 24 April, was last seen near Doi Mon Tu Chao Chai Phrathat Noi in Moo 11, San Khong sub-district, Dok Khamtai district. Following his disappearance, local officials, police, forest rangers, rescue teams, and volunteers launched a large-scale search operation, navigating treacherous terrain in hopes of finding him alive. On the morning of 19 May, officials confirmed the discovery of his body in dense jungle near the border between Ban Cham Kai and Ban Cham Muang in Pong district. The body was found lying on its back, wearing camouflage clothing, with the left arm resting on a tree branch. A firearm was also found nearby. Authorities estimate that Mr Chalat had been dead for several days. Leading the recovery operation was Acting Sub-Lieutenant Bamrung Khamwai, district chief of Dok Khamtai, alongside Police Colonel Bowon Chaiyakam, superintendent of Dok Khamtai Police Station. A coordination meeting was held earlier in the day at the district office to plan the retrieval of the body, which involved a physically demanding trek through the jungle. The body was transported back for forensic examination to determine the exact cause of death. Initial examination does not suggest foul play, though an autopsy will be conducted by forensic medical specialists. This case comes after an earlier five-day search for another elderly man in the area, highlighting the dangers faced by villagers who rely on forest resources and frequently venture into remote terrain. Local officials have urged caution for those entering forested areas, stressing the importance of informing authorities or neighbours before heading into the jungle alone. Adapted by Asean Now from Kaoded 2025-05-19. -
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Accident Nakhon Phanom University Lecturer Killed in Car Crash on Dangerous Curve
RIP and all that... But the curve was not dangerous... the driver was - this was in the middle of the day, in the dry. Kwildo will come along and blame anything else but the driver..... the road engineering, blame no armco-barrier, blame road surfaces.... etc... But the driver for whatever reasons, made a huge error, using his phone ? speeding ? fell asleep etc... he failed to navigate a bend in the road... not a dangerous curve. Roll on pages of lectures - that any criticism of the driver here is racist and we dont understand safety. -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Tuesday 20 May 2025
Man Arrested After 10 Years on the Run for Brutal Machete Attack Over Inheritance Dispute Picture courtesy of Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) After more than a decade in hiding on a remote island, a 69-year-old man has been arrested by Thailand’s Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) for the attempted murder of his own sister during a violent dispute over inheritance. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1361138-man-arrested-after-10-years-on-the-run-for-brutal-machete-attack-over-inheritance-dispute/ -
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Crime Man Arrested After 10 Years on the Run for Brutal Machete Attack Over Inheritance Dispute
Picture courtesy of Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) After more than a decade in hiding on a remote island, a 69-year-old man has been arrested by Thailand’s Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) for the attempted murder of his own sister during a violent dispute over inheritance. Officers from the Crime Suppression Division (CSD) of the CIB apprehended the suspect, Mr Patiphol at a pier on Ko Chik Island, Moo 1, Bang Chan subdistrict, Klaeng district, Chanthaburi province. The arrest stems from a violent incident that occurred over ten years ago, when Mr Patiphol, enraged by a disagreement over the division of family inheritance, allegedly struck his younger sister on the head with a machete, leaving her with serious injuries. He then fled the scene and went into hiding. After a lengthy investigation and years of tracking, police discovered that the suspect had taken refuge on Ko Chik, an isolated island in the Gulf of Thailand. Officers closely monitored his movements before successfully apprehending him. Mr Patiphol has been charged with “attempted murder” and “carrying a weapon in public without reasonable cause.” He has since been handed over to Muang Chumphon Police Station for further legal proceedings. The operation was conducted under the supervision of Police Lieutenant General Jiraphop Phuridej, Commissioner of the CIB; Police Major General Wittaya Sriprasertphap, Commander of the CSD; and Police Colonel Phattarawut Onchuai, Superintendent of Subdivision 5, CSD. Adapted by Asean Now from CIB 2025-05-19.
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