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Crime Korat Governor Fires 18 Local Officials Over Drug Links
Normally is jail time , or ? This guy's deal drug's or facilitate and get fired 😂😂😍 -
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Getting Brintellix While In Thailand
what is the price of brintellix in a pharmacy in thailand? -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Sunday 17 August 2025
Thailand Accuses Cambodia of Breaching Ottawa Mine Ban Treaty Pictures courtesy of InsideThailand. Thailand has accused Cambodia of deliberately planting new anti-personnel mines in violation of the Ottawa Treaty, calling on the international community to condemn the alleged breach and press Phnom Penh to cooperate in clearing deadly explosives along the border. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1369985-thailand-accuses-cambodia-of-breaching-ottawa-mine-ban-treaty/ -
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Thai - Cambodia Conflict Thailand Accuses Cambodia of Breaching Ottawa Mine Ban Treaty
Pictures courtesy of InsideThailand. Thailand has accused Cambodia of deliberately planting new anti-personnel mines in violation of the Ottawa Treaty, calling on the international community to condemn the alleged breach and press Phnom Penh to cooperate in clearing deadly explosives along the border. Foreign Minister Maris Sangiampongsa, accompanied by Deputy Interior Minister Visarn Techathirawat, led a delegation of ambassadors and representatives from 33 countries, two international organisations and a civil society group to Si Sa Ket province on 16 August. The group, supported by the Royal Thai Army, inspected areas where mines have reportedly been recently planted, injuring five Thai soldiers. Mr Maris told the diplomats that evidence presented by the military, including photographs and field reports, proved that the mines were newly laid by Cambodian forces, contradicting Phnom Penh’s claims that only remnants of old minefields remain. “These are new mines, developed and deployed in violation of the Ottawa Convention,” he said. “Thailand has already destroyed its stockpiles. Cambodia must show sincerity and cooperate in clearing all mines, both old and new.” The Ottawa Treaty, signed in 1997, bans the use, stockpiling and transfer of anti-personnel mines. Thailand has been a vocal supporter of the agreement, which it ratified in 1999. During the visit, local residents of Phu Mueang village who lost limbs to past explosions met the delegation, highlighting the long-term humanitarian toll of mines. “Whether new or old, these mines bring suffering that lasts decades,” said one villager, who has lived with a prosthetic leg for more than 30 years. The inspection also included a briefing at Phumsarol Witthaya School, where delegates watched a documentary titled “The Sound of Explosions the World Did Not Hear, But Si Sa Ket Cannot Forget.” The film recounted the deadly blast of 24 July that triggered the latest border tensions, killing civilians, including schoolchildren and shop workers, when Cambodian artillery shells and BM-21 rockets struck a petrol station and nearby homes. Others were injured, and hundreds of houses were destroyed or badly damaged. The Foreign Minister warned that if Cambodia fails to act, Bangkok would move unilaterally to clear its territory, to uphold international law and safeguard border communities. “Thailand will not wait,” Mr Maris declared. “We must protect our people and honour our obligations under the Ottawa Convention.” Mr Maris also raised the issue at the 10th Mekong-Lancang Cooperation Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Yunnan, China, earlier this month, where Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi expressed support for Thailand’s position. “China and other countries agree that the use of these weapons is unacceptable,” he said, adding that Beijing was willing to support joint mine clearance efforts. Despite a formal ceasefire agreement between Bangkok and Phnom Penh, Mr Maris accused Cambodia of waging “information warfare” by spreading disinformation about the border situation. He urged the international community to push back against “false narratives” and help create conditions for genuine peace talks. Adapted by Asean Now from InsideThailand 2025-08-17 -
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Wow , Americans really did dodge a CCP moment …
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Finally have a retirement date, what now?
Hey Guys, House in the US been sold; we have to be out in 30 days. Wife and I have been planning this for 32 years since we were newlyweds. I am in Northern California; I am going to work until the week before I leave for Thailand. We will be staying in my SIL house after. We have a place already, "nearish" to Khon Kaen. Anyway, to the point, What now? I have a few options, OA or marriage. Money isn't a problem, so 800k has been budgeted for. I looked at the OA requirements at the Los Angeles consulate, alot going on there. The few things I picked up are; getting a criminal record that is notarized, has anyone done that recently? How long does it take, and is a Notary all you need, or is there more to be done. Medical certificate, notarized etc. Bank statement showing monies in the bank. Can I print out a statement and call it good? Airline ticket copy, everything is electronic, so printing the email is ok? Health insurance for one year, cheapest one possible. Marriage visa might be easier, but can I do it from the states? Hopefully someone who has done it recently can give advice. Thanks for your time.
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