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Caretaker PM Prayut acknowledges his days in the top job are over

By Peter Roche

 

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Thailand’s outgoing PM has implied that he doesn’t see any possibility of him returning to power for another term. Prayut Chan-o-cha was addressing reporters who asked about his future political plans.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297169-caretaker-pm-prayut-acknowledges-his-days-in-the-top-job-are-over/

 

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World Bank urges political stability and urgent reforms for Thailand’s long-term growth

 

From left to right Nattha Komolvadhin, Ndiame Diop and Hassan Zaman.

 

Two economists from the World Bank, Ndiame Diop and Hassan Zaman, have stressed the critical need for political stability, urgent reforms and the development of high-value-added sectors in Thailand, to ensure sustainable long-term growth. In an exclusive interview with Nattha Komolvadhin of Thai PBS World, they shared their insights and highlighted the key areas requiring attention.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297188-world-bank-urges-political-stability-and-urgent-reforms-for-thailand’s-long-term-growth/

 

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Cage for repatriation of Thai elephant expected to arrive in Sri Lanka within 7 days

 

 

The specially-built cage, designed to accommodate Sak Surin, an ailing Thai elephant in Sri Lanka, during its journey home to Thailand, is 50% complete and is expected to be flown to a zoo in Sri Lanka within a week.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297189-cage-for-repatriation-of-thai-elephant-expected-to-arrive-in-sri-lanka-within-7-days/

 

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Thaksin Prepares for Return to Thailand

 

 

BANGKOK, June 7 (TNA) – Ex-prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra is preparing for his return to Thailand in July but the exact date will depend on the situation and suitability, said his daughter Paetongtarn Shinawatra.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297190-thaksin-prepares-for-return-to-thailand/

 

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Coalition Allies Hold Talks on Timeline for Formation of Government

 

 

BANGKOK, June 7 (TNA) – Move Forward Party Leader Pita Limcharoenrat on Wednesday chaired the meeting of eight-party coalition alliance to assess the political situation and to discuss the timeline for the formation of the new government.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297191-coalition-allies-hold-talks-on-timeline-for-formation-of-government/

 

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Pattaya Sport Club Donates 10 Footballs to Hand to Hand Foundation

 

 

Pattaya Sport Club has generously contributed 10 footballs to the Hand to Hand Foundation, a local charity focused on supporting underprivileged children.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297192-pattaya-sport-club-donates-10-footballs-to-hand-to-hand-foundation/

 

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Korean Association in Thailand Donates Food and Amenities to Disabled Students in Pattaya

 

 

In a heartwarming act of kindness, members of the Korean Association in Thailand took the initiative to support disabled students at the Pattaya Redemptorist Technological College for People with Disabilities on June 6th.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297193-korean-association-in-thailand-donates-food-and-amenities-to-disabled-students-in-pattaya/

 

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Foreign Man Shot in a Car in Phuket, Suspect Flees

 

 

A foreign man was shot in a car which was parked at a cafe at the boat avenue in Thalang.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297195-foreign-man-shot-in-a-car-in-phuket-suspect-flees/

 

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Alcoholic sets fire to his bedridden wife resulting in her death

 

Photo via Facebook/ ข่าวด่วนไทยรัฐ

 

In a horrifying incident that has left a community in shock, a Thai man set fire to his bedridden wife, resulting in her tragic demise. The disturbing crime unfolded in the Isaan province of Udon Thani.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297197-alcoholic-sets-fire-to-his-bedridden-wife-resulting-in-her-death/

 

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Beach vendor apologises for misunderstanding over lounge chair slogan confusion

 

Image courtesy of Khaosod Online

 

A recent misunderstanding between a beach chair vendor and a tourist in Cha-am Beach, Phetchaburi, resulted in the vendor being suspended from work for 15 days. The tourist had rented a chair for 400 baht and asked about the duration allowed. The vendor responded with the phrase “Sit for as long as you like, even for days,” which led to confusion.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297198-beach-vendor-apologises-for-misunderstanding-over-lounge-chair-slogan-confusion/

 

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Lorry driver survives crash while transporting corn, credits protective spirit

 

Picture courtesy of ข่าวประจวบ Facebook

 

A lorry driver miraculously survived after losing control and crashing his pickup truck, loaded with corn, into a tree in Thailand‘s Prachuap Khiri Khan province. The driver, 27 year old Patinya Muangsri, was unharmed during the incident, while his girlfriend sustained a minor injury.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297200-lorry-driver-survives-crash-while-transporting-corn-credits-protective-spirit/

 

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Depressed woman kills partner with hammer, hangs herself in tragic double death

 

Picture courtesy of โจโฉ Facebook

 

A shocking tragedy unfolded as a Thai woman discovered her sister’s lifeless body hanging under the stairs at their home in Nakhon Nayok province. The search for her sister’s partner led her to find a second body, brutally beaten in the bathroom.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297201-depressed-woman-kills-partner-with-hammer-hangs-herself-in-tragic-double-death/

 

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Thai family plagued by swarms of beetles struggles to eat and sleep

 

Picture courtesy of Khaosod

 

A family in Thailand‘s western Ratchaburi province faces a severe infestation of beetles, making their daily lives difficult as they struggle to eat, sleep, and conduct their regular routines. The 70 year old wooden house is the only one in the area affected by the insects, which have invaded various parts of the home, resulting in a desperate cry for help from the family.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297202-thai-family-plagued-by-swarms-of-beetles-struggles-to-eat-and-sleep/

 

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Drought hits Singburi: Turbo-charged pump aids fish, supports local agriculture

 

Photo Courtesy of Khaosod

 

As drought continues in Thailand’s central Singburi province the a temple’s fish pond is experiencing a severe reduction in water levels, causing a shortage of oxygen for the fish. Consequently, the Pak Than Sub-district Administration Organisation (SAO) has urgently installed a turbo-charged pump to transfer water from a nearby canal into the pond, simultaneously supporting the aquatic life and allowing locals to draw water for agricultural purposes.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297204-drought-hits-singburi-turbo-charged-pump-aids-fish-supports-local-agriculture/

 

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Motorbike taxi driver helps nab gold thief in Pattaya

 

Photo via The Pattaya News

 

In Pattaya, a courageous motorbike taxi driver, known as a Win, assisted in apprehending an 18 year old gold thief yesterday. The young offender claimed that the high cost of living in the city drove him to commit the crime. The incident occurred at 3pm at the Yaowarat Gold Shop on South Pattaya Road, situated in the Nong Prue sub-district of Bang Lamung District, Chonburi province.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297206-motorbike-taxi-driver-helps-nab-gold-thief-in-pattaya/

 

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Thailand among 13 countries eligible for Canada eTA, bypassing visa requirements

 

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Canada now allows Thai tourists to enter without a visa, provided they have previously had a Canadian visa or hold a valid US visa. The Canadian government announced this change yesterday, extending its Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) programme to 13 countries, including Thailand.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297209-thailand-among-13-countries-eligible-for-canada-eta-bypassing-visa-requirements/

 

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Thailand’s Big Data Institute to shape policies and boost economy

 

Photo via Unsplash (Evan Krause)

 

In a bid to harness the power of big data for social and economic progress, the Thai government has announced the creation of the Big Data Institute (BDI). This new public agency will focus on managing the vast amounts of data generated by the public and state agencies, and will be operational within 180 days. The BDI will replace the existing Government Big Data Institute (GBDi), which was launched in May 2019.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297210-thailand’s-big-data-institute-to-shape-policies-and-boost-economy/

 

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Thai coalition parties propose zero-based budgeting for efficiency

 

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The implementation of zero-based budgeting (ZBB) has been proposed by the Move Forward Party (MFP) as part of a 23-point memorandum of understanding signed by eight political parties seeking to form a new coalition government. The MFP argues that the current budgeting system fails to address the public’s needs due to bureaucratic hurdles.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297211-thai-coalition-parties-propose-zero-based-budgeting-for-efficiency/

 

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Inflation plummets to 21-month low in Thailand as fuel and electricity prices drop

 

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Inflation in Thailand reached its lowest point in 21 months last month, primarily driven by declining fuel prices and electricity bills, along with a higher price base in May of the previous year. Experts predict that the inflation rate will further decrease throughout June.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297212-inflation-plummets-to-21-month-low-in-thailand-as-fuel-and-electricity-prices-drop/

 

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Foreign investors sell 100 billion baht in Thai stocks and shares amid global rate rise

 

Photo Courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

In the first five months of this year, foreign investors offloaded almost 100 billion baht worth of Thai shares, with 33.4 billion baht sold in May alone, due to increasing global interest rates and uncertainties surrounding the formation of a new government. Despite this, the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) expressed optimism yesterday, believing that the recent easing of the US debt ceiling could improve global sentiment and lead to increased investment in Thai stocks, supported by a rebounding Thai economy.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297213-foreign-investors-sell-100-billion-baht-in-thai-stocks-and-shares-amid-global-rate-rise/

 

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Two killed in Patong motorcycle crash near De Coze Hotel

 

Image courtesy of Eakkapop Thngtub, The Phuket News

 

A tragic road accident near De Coze Hotel in Patong claimed the lives of a foreign man and an unidentified woman yesterday evening. Patong Police are currently investigating the case.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297214-two-killed-in-patong-motorcycle-crash-near-de-coze-hotel/

 

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Bangkok’s YMID initiative drives Thai medical innovation to meet Asian demand

 

Photo via YMID's official website

 

The National Innovation Agency (NIA) is continuing to push forward the Yothi Medical Innovation District (YMID) initiative in Bangkok, aiming to meet the growing demand for a central medical hub in Asia, according to NIA’s executive director, Pun-Arj Chairatana.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297215-bangkok’s-ymid-initiative-drives-thai-medical-innovation-to-meet-asian-demand/

 

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Trang warns of severe dengue fever outbreak, 2 deaths and 164 cases reported

 

 

Trang province‘s public health department urges citizens to be vigilant against dengue fever as outbreaks become more severe, with two deaths and 164 infections reported, mostly among children. Authorities are expediting efforts to eliminate mosquito larvae.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297216-trang-warns-of-severe-dengue-fever-outbreak-2-deaths-and-164-cases-reported/

 

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Myanmar’s government asked Thailand to cut power supply to some areas

 

Myanmar’s junta chief Senior General Min Aung Hlaing, who ousted the elected government in a coup on February 1, presides an army parade on Armed Forces Day in Naypyitaw, Myanmar, March 27, 2021. REUTERS/Stringer/File Photo

 

According to multiple reports, a request was made via the Myanmar embassy in Bangkok for the Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) to cut the power supply from Tak province to two specific locations in Kayin State, namely Lay Kay Kaw and Shwe Kokko.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297219-myanmar’s-government-asked-thailand-to-cut-power-supply-to-some-areas/

 

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Foreign investors suggest the new government should focus on long-term plans

 

 

Raising the daily minimum wage to 450 baht, as promised in election campaign, addresses the cost of living, being pushed up by electricity, diesel and transportation prices, according to Move Forward party leader, Pita Limjaroenrat.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297220-foreign-investors-suggest-the-new-government-should-focus-on-long-term-plans/

 

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World Hindu Congress to Take Place in Thailand This Year

 

 

BANGKOK, June 7 (TNA) – The World Hindu Congress 2023 will take place for the first time in Bangkok in November.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297221-world-hindu-congress-to-take-place-in-thailand-this-year/

 

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Saudi Arabia and Thailand to Strengthen Relations

 

 

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Affairs Minister Don Pramudwinai is leading a high-level delegation on a five-day official visit to Saudi Arabia to strengthen bilateral ties, promote economic relations, and enhance investment opportunities between the two nations. The delegation will comprise officials from various ministries as well as representatives from the private sector.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297222-saudi-arabia-and-thailand-to-strengthen-relations/

 

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Move Forward Party Continues to Discuss Minimum Wage Increase with Thai Small Business Leaders

 

 

Small and medium-sized business owners are planning a meeting with the Move Forward Party’s (MFP) prime ministerial candidate later this month to deliberate a proposal for increasing the minimum wage.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297223-move-forward-party-continues-to-discuss-minimum-wage-increase-with-thai-small-business-leaders/

 

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Thai mother suspected in mysterious canal death of 2 month old son

 

Photo via Facebook/ Kowit Boonmung

 

Police suspect a Thai woman is responsible for the murder of her two month old son after the baby mysteriously drowned in a canal. The dead body was found floating in a canal nearby the family’s house. During the initial investigation, officers also uncovered traces of blood on the baby’s bed, adding to the complexity of the case.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1297224-thai-mother-suspected-in-mysterious-canal-death-of-2-month-old-son/

 

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