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Thai senators come under pressure over PM vote

 

 

Military-appointed senators have been coming under pressure from civil society groups after some vowed not to vote for Pita Limjaroenrat, leader of the Move Forward Party, to become the next prime minister of Thailand.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295024-thai-senators-come-under-pressure-over-pm-vote/

 

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Pay rise sought for Thailand’s forest rangers

 

 

The Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation is seeking a pay increase for some 14,000 forest rangers, from 9,000 baht to 11,000 baht per month, from the Comptroller Department of the Finance Ministry, effective from October 1st.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295025-pay-rise-sought-for-thailand’s-forest-rangers/

 

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Position of House speaker would have to be MP from Move Forward Party

 

 

Position of House speaker would have to be MP from Move Forward Party which has won the most parliamentary seats, said the party’s secretary general Chaithawat Tulathon on Monday.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295026-position-of-house-speaker-would-have-to-be-mp-from-move-forward-party/

 

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National Federation of Thai Film Associations withdraws new Suphannahong Awards rule

 

 

The National Federation of Thai Film Associations has backed down on its new criteria requiring that, to be nominated for this year’s Suphannahong National Film Awards, films must be shown in cinemas in five regions of the country.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295027-national-federation-of-thai-film-associations-withdraws-new-suphannahong-awards-rule/

 

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Democrat Party Leader Announces Resignation

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - Following Sunday’s (14 May) election, Jurin Laksanawisit, head of the Democrat Party, sent a message announcing his resignation as party leader and extended his congratulations and support to the winning candidates.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295028-democrat-party-leader-announces-resignation/

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UTN Thanks Supporters and Commits to Following Lead of Election Winners

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - Thanakorn Wangboonkongchana, deputy leader of the United Thai Nation (UTN) Party, has expressed his gratitude to the party’s supporters for their votes in the recent election, affirming that the party would follow the lead of the election winners in forming the next government.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295029-utn-thanks-supporters-and-commits-to-following-lead-of-election-winners/

 

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TAT launches Amazing Thailand Culinary City program to woo foodie tourists

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) aims to continue promoting recognition for Thailand’s culinary attractions this year. Most recently, it launched the Amazing Thailand Culinary City program in support of gastronomy tourism.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295030-tat-launches-amazing-thailand-culinary-city-program-to-woo-foodie-tourists/

 

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What is Next for Thailand’s Political Future after the Election

 

PHOTO: Pita Limjaroenrat - พิธา ลิ้มเจริญรัตน์

 

Although Thailand’s general election resulted in a heroic victory for the Move Forward Party, their bid to form a coalition government may not be plain sailing after certain members of the upper house (Senate) made it clear that they will not vote for the party’s prime ministerial candidate as the country’s 30th premier.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295031-what-is-next-for-thailand’s-political-future-after-the-election/

 

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Pheu Thai Party’s government role sparks internal dissatisfaction

 

Photo via ณัฏฐ์ บรรทัดฐาน (Facebook Page)

 

Dissatisfaction surfaces among Pheu Thai party members as Nutt Bantadtan, son of former party leader and ex-MP of Bangkok, Banyat Bantadtan, publicly expressed his critiques of the party’s political approach. He called on the party to openly support the winning party without having to join the government.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295032-pheu-thai-party’s-government-role-sparks-internal-dissatisfaction/

 

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Active gunman training in Thailand with FBI boosts police crime response

 

Image courtesy of The Pattaya News

 

In a proactive move to address the increase in crime, Deputy National Police Chief Pol. Gen. Torsak Sukwimon organised an active gunman training session yesterday. The event took place at the Border Patrol Police Headquarters in the Cha-am district of Phetchaburi province, located in western Thailand. A total of 150 police officers participated in the training, which aimed to enhance their skills and readiness in handling such situations.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295033-active-gunman-training-in-thailand-with-fbi-boosts-police-crime-response/

 

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Thai tycoon’s firm doubles spending amid tourism boom and economic growth

 

Photo Courtesy Bangkok Post

 

Asset World Corporation, the property and hotel development unit owned by Thailand‘s wealthiest individual, is set to more than double its spending on acquisitions and development of hotel resorts and commercial properties this year due to the tourism boom.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295035-thai-tycoon’s-firm-doubles-spending-amid-tourism-boom-and-economic-growth/

 

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Pattaya Area Motorcyclist Dies After Crashing Motorbike into Sign Post

 

PHOTO: รักสยาม นิวส์

 

A 34-year-old Thai motorcyclist fatally crashed his motorbike into a sign post today, May 16th.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295036-pattaya-area-motorcyclist-dies-after-crashing-motorbike-into-sign-post/

 

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Phuket loves a big, noisy, colourful international show!

 

Siam Niramit show in Phuket

 

Phuket is a popular destination that offers plenty of family-friendly entertainment options. There are also many set-price international shows on the island that are unique and world-class, making them an excellent way to spend an evening after a day of shopping, visiting an island or enjoying the beach. Kids are welcome to visit any of the shows although some rides or attractions may be age or height restricted.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295037-phuket-loves-a-big-noisy-colourful-international-show/

 

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Phuket hopes new government will allow more autonomy

 

PHOTO: Facebook/สมชาติ เตชถาวรเจริญ - พรรคก้าวไกล

 

Tourism operators in Phuket hope to see a number of positive changes under Thailand’s new administration – not least the island’s ability to choose its own governor. The idea of Phuket having more self-governance has been touted for years. Phuket, which raises more taxes for the central government, per capita, than any other province, often complains that its value as a tax collector for the Thai government is overlooked.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295038-phuket-hopes-new-government-will-allow-more-autonomy/

 

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Thai cyanide serial killer reveals cyanide source, x-husband implicated

 

Photo via Nation

 

The Thai cyanide serial killer, Sararat “Am” Rangsiwuthaporn, yesterday made a shocking confession to investigating officers that she obtained the poison from her now-dead ex-husband. While Sararat has yet to confess to any murders, she did acknowledge giving cyanide to her late husband, Suttisak “Dae” Poonkwan, as well as one of the victims, Siriporn “Koy” Khanwong.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295039-thai-cyanide-serial-killer-reveals-cyanide-source-x-husband-implicated/

 

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Future MFP MP arrested for drink driving in Bangkok

 

 

A soon-to-be Member of Parliament from Thailand’s Move Forward Party (MFP) was arrested for drink driving in Bangkok in the early hours of the morning. Today, she apologised for her behaviour and announced her resignation from the party.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295040-future-mfp-mp-arrested-for-drink-driving-in-bangkok/

 

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Road Resurfacing Project Begins on Sukhumvit Road in Pattaya

 

 

Another roadwork project began on Pattaya’s Sukhumvit Road today, May 16th, near the Ford dealership.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295043-road-resurfacing-project-begins-on-sukhumvit-road-in-pattaya/

 

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Move Forward Party MP-elect Resigns After Being Arrested for Drunk Driving in Bangkok

 

 

The Move Forward Party party-list future member of Parliament Ms. Nateepat Kulsetthasith, 46, resigned from the party on Tuesday (May 16th) after she was arrested in Bangkok for drunk driving.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1295040-future-mfp-mp-arrested-for-drink-driving-in-bangkok/?do=findComment&comment=18086821

 

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