webfact Posted November 1, 2022 Share Posted November 1, 2022 Thai nagas will be helping drive the economy. Top photo: Matichon, Front Page photo: Thai Rath by TNR Staff THE CABINET Nov. 1 approved nagas, a race of semidivine serpent creatures in Hindu and Buddhist mythology, as the country’s mythical emblem with this being part of soft power to use Thai culture to drive the economy and increase national income, Matichon newspaper said. Ms. Ratchada Thanadirek, deputy spokesperson for the Prime Minister’s Office, said nagas have been part of Thai society for a long time and are embedded in Thai lifestyle while also reflecting historical beliefs. Nagas are strongly part of Thai customs, traditions, arts and culture, with various traditional ceremonies centering them. Full story: https://thainewsroom.com/2022/11/01/nagas-approved-as-thailands-mythical-emblem/ -- © Copyright THAI NEWSROOM 2022-11-02 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Popular Post 2baht Posted November 1, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted November 1, 2022 2 hours ago, webfact said: Ms. Ratchada Thanadirek, deputy spokesperson for the Prime Minister’s Office, said nagas have been part of Thai society for a long time and are embedded in Thai lifestyle while also reflecting historical beliefs. Appropriate, a multi headed snake! 2 1 1 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichardColeman Posted November 2, 2022 Share Posted November 2, 2022 3 hours ago, webfact said: THE CABINET Nov. 1 approved nagas, a race of semidivine serpent creatures in Hindu and Buddhist mythology, as the country’s mythical emblem with this being part of soft power to use Thai culture to drive the economy and increase national income, Or to promote Indian tourism ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caldera Posted November 2, 2022 Share Posted November 2, 2022 Did anyone ask the nagas if they want to be used and abused like this? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robertson468 Posted November 2, 2022 Share Posted November 2, 2022 2 hours ago, RichardColeman said: Or to promote Indian tourism ? Yes, Nagaland is NE India! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotchilli Posted November 2, 2022 Share Posted November 2, 2022 7 hours ago, webfact said: THE CABINET Nov. 1 approved nagas, a race of semidivine serpent creatures in Hindu and Buddhist mythology, as the country’s mythical emblem with this being part of soft power to use Thai culture to drive the economy and increase national income, Matichon newspaper said. Bless. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotchilli Posted November 2, 2022 Share Posted November 2, 2022 5 hours ago, 2baht said: Appropriate, a multi headed snake! Soft power, more like soft in the head. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Srikcir Posted November 2, 2022 Share Posted November 2, 2022 Very appropriate for a nation that is a mystical democracy. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KannikaP Posted November 2, 2022 Share Posted November 2, 2022 We have St George and the Dragon in England. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mahtin Posted November 2, 2022 Share Posted November 2, 2022 My passport has a lion and a unicorn on the front, birds on my photo and a nut on the inside back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blueCloud888 Posted November 2, 2022 Share Posted November 2, 2022 21 hours ago, 2baht said: Appropriate, a multi headed snake! are you insinuating something about the generals...???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2baht Posted November 2, 2022 Share Posted November 2, 2022 2 hours ago, blueCloud888 said: are you insinuating something about the generals...???? Could apply to half the population! ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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