THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Thursday 31 August 2023

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General Prawit to step down as a party-list MP
 

Photo : Outgoing deputy PM Prawit Wongsuwan

Outgoing Deputy Prime Minister Prawit Wongsuwan said today (Thursday) that he will quit as a party-list MP and will only retain his post as leader of the Palang Pracharath party.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305166-gen-prawit-to-resign-as-mp/?do=findComment&comment=18315788

 

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Thailand a prospective export target for Vietnam

 

Photo by VnExpress/Linh Dan

 

With the demand for imported goods in the US and EU decreasing, many Vietnamese companies are looking to the Thai market for their export products this year.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305194-thailand-a-prospective-export-target-for-vietnam/

 

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Pension system in need of reform as cost pressure mounts

 

 

Thai society is aging fast. The percentage of the population aged 60 and above was projected to be 20.4 per cent in 2020 and 38.3 per cent in 2050, according to the UN ESCAP’s demographic changes report for Asia and the Pacific.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305195-pension-system-in-need-of-reform-as-cost-pressure-mounts/

 

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Nattawut Saikuar: The loyal red-shirt leader wrongfooted by Thaksin and Pheu Thai

 

 

Former red-shirt leader Nattawut Saikuar quit the Pheu Thai Party last week in protest against its move to form a coalition government with military-backed parties linked with the 2014 coup.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305196-nattawut-saikuar-the-loyal-red-shirt-leader-wrongfooted-by-thaksin-and-pheu-thai/

 

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Owner of “Pang Cha” trademark will not seek compensation for infringement

 

 

A representative of the owner of the controversial “Pang Cha” trademark has said that the owner, Lukkaithong Thai Royal Restaurant, does not intend to claim compensation from those who use the registered trademark, but wants them to stop using it immediately.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305197-owner-of-“pang-cha”-trademark-will-not-seek-compensation-for-infringement/

 

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Thai Banks Withdraw from Laos, Citing Business Slump

 

Image: Google

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - Four major Thai banks have made the decision to close their branches in Laos, citing stricter regulations and decreased business activities as the primary reasons for their withdrawal.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305198-thai-banks-withdraw-from-laos-citing-business-slump/

 

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Thailand Dominates ASEAN Energy Awards with 17 Accolades

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - Thailand achieved a remarkable feat by clinching an impressive total of 17 accolades at the prestigious 2023 ASEAN Energy Awards, solidifying its position as a leader in sustainable energy initiatives within the ASEAN community.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305199-thailand-dominates-asean-energy-awards-with-17-accolades/

 

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TAT Promotes Eco-Friendly Tourism for Phadung Krung Kasem Canal

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is taking a sustainable approach to tourism by promoting low-carbon travel routes along Bangkok’s historic Phadung Krung Kasem Canal. The goal is to encourage tourists to engage in environmentally responsible tourism behaviors that minimize their carbon footprints.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305200-tat-promotes-eco-friendly-tourism-for-phadung-krung-kasem-canal/

 

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Thaksin submits application for royal clemency

 

Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra greets his supporters next to his daughter Paetongtarn Shinawatra (R) after landing at Bangkok on August 22,//AFP

 

Convicted former prime minister Ex-PM Thaksin Shinawatra, who recently began serving an 8-year prison term and is currently receiving medical treatment in the Police General Hospital in Bangkok, has already submitted a petition for royal clemency.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305206-thaksin-submits-application-for-royal-clemency/

 

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PM Rides MRT to Visit Market

 

 

BANGKOK, Aug 31 (TNA) – Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin led Pheu Thai party’s economic team to visit the market and listen to people’s economic concerns particularly the high prices of goods and gasoline.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305207-pm-rides-mrt-to-visit-market/

 

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Phuket Por Tor Festival sees surge in demand, no evidence of price gouging

 

Photo Courtesy of The Phuket News

 

The Por Tor Festival, an influential cultural event among the ethnic Chinese throughout Phuket Island, sparked a surge in product demand and suggestions of price gouging. In response, officers from the Phuket Provincial Commerce Office initiated checks among retailers to detect any signs of price gouging during the event being held from August 28 to September 14.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305208-phuket-por-tor-festival-sees-surge-in-demand-no-evidence-of-price-gouging/

 

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Venomous blue dragon sea slug spotted in Phuket

 

Photo by Sylke Rohrlach from Sydney via Wikimedia

 

A marine scientist issued a warning to bathers to be aware of a venomous blue dragon sea slug that washed up on Karon Beach in Phuket this week due to the recent strong winds and sea weave.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305209-venomous-blue-dragon-sea-slug-spotted-in-phuket/

 

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Phuket committee steers towards transparency to curb corruption in ongoing projects

 

Photo courtesy of Mike Swigunski (Unsplash)

 

The Phuket Good Governance Committee (PGGC) has taken the initiative to increase transparency and limit corruption in the region’s ongoing projects. The committee recently met with Phuket Highways Office Chief, Yutthana Phitak, to discuss the details and scope of major projects currently underway.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305210-phuket-committee-steers-towards-transparency-to-curb-corruption-in-ongoing-projects/

 

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Nakhon Ratchasima school bus crash injures 16 students in rush hour chaos

 

Picture courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

A school bus carrying 40 students lost control, flipped and crashed into a traffic light pole in Kaeng Sanam Nang district, Nakhon Ratchasima, resulting in 16 students aged between 10 and 17 sustaining injuries. The incident unfolded on Niwetrat Road, as confirmed by Police Lieutenant Colonel Paphon Chaisaksri, investigation chief at Kaeng Sanam Nang Police Station, who was notified about the incident at 7.30am today.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305211-nakhon-ratchasima-school-bus-crash-injures-16-students-in-rush-hour-chaos/

 

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Police officer pays price for nose-y altercation with vendor

 

Picture courtesy of Tittaya Boonpamee Facebook

 

A police officer agreed to pay 140,000 baht in compensation to a female durian vendor after the two engaged in a physical altercation where the cop broke the vendor’s plastic nose. The dispute was ignited by an outstanding debt of 350 baht for the durian.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305212-police-officer-pays-price-for-nose-y-altercation-with-vendor/

 

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4 Thai men remain at large after raping 16 year old girl

 

Photo via Facebook/ โจโฉ

 

A 14 year old girl and her mother are seeking justice after four men involved in the rape of the teenager remain at large despite the brutal incident taking place in April in northern Thailand. Huay Talang Police Station officers have been accused of ignoring the case, while the girl’s school has been charged with hiding the truth from the public.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305213-4-thai-men-remain-at-large-after-raping-16-year-old-girl/

 

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Deviant sexually assaults ladyboy, forces her to perform oral sex

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

A deviant sexually assaulted a ladyboy in her room, threatening her in front of her boyfriend before raising a knife and forcing her to perform oral sex. The incident, which occurred at 4.40am today, was reported to Anuwat Ritthichai, Deputy Chief of Hat Yai Police Station. The crime took place in a lodging house in Hat Yai municipality, Songkhla province.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305215-deviant-sexually-assaults-ladyboy-forces-her-to-perform-oral-sex/

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Priceless 200 year old violin finds way back to maestro in Bangkok

 

Picture courtesy of js100

 

A 200 year old violin valued at 18 million baht (US$ 514,580) has been returned to its esteemed owner, a celebrated Chinese violinist after he accidentally left it behind in a Bangkok taxi.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305216-priceless-200-year-old-violin-finds-way-back-to-maestro-in-bangkok/

 

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Speeding pickup truck shatters young life in Nonthaburi accident

 

Image via Khaosod

 

A tragic accident claimed the life of a four year old boy, six days after he was critically injured by a speeding Toyota pickup truck in Nonthaburi province. The incident, which occurred around 8.50pm on Saturday, August 26, left the young boy, known as Khao Oat, with severe injuries, including a skull fracture, broken ribs, a broken left arm, and a punctured lung.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305217-speeding-pickup-truck-shatters-young-life-in-nonthaburi-accident/

 

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MFP urges new PM to keep charter referendum promise

 

Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

The Move Forward Party (MFP) called on Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin to address a charter to hold a referendum in his initial Cabinet meeting, as previously promised. This follows the House of Representatives rejecting MFP’s push to expedite a full constitution rewrite, currently the 33rd item on the House’s agenda.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305218-mfp-urges-new-pm-to-keep-charter-referendum-promise/

 

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Thailand’s rice exports sprout an impressive 12% surge

 

Photo by Dennis Rochel on Unsplash

 

The Commerce Ministry reported a significant increase in Thailand’s rice exports. Data reveals an 11.91% rise in exports from January to August 29, compared to the same duration last year. During this period, Thailand managed to export a hefty 5.29 million metric tonnes of rice.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305219-thailand’s-rice-exports-sprout-an-impressive-12-surge/

 

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Wheels and pills confiscated as young drug dealer arrested

 

Photo via ThaiRath

 

Police arrested a 16 year old drug dealer in the central province of Ratchaburi on Tuesday, seizing a pickup, four motorcycles, and a cache of drugs, including heroin, ecstasy, ketamine, amphetamine, and crystal meth.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305220-wheels-and-pills-confiscated-as-young-drug-dealer-arrested/

 

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Fearless tabby cat saves bedridden girl from venomous cobra

 

Image via Sanook

 

In a tale of courage and claws, a fearless tabby cat saved the life of a bedridden 12 year old girl from a venom-spitting cobra snake in her bedroom in Saraburi Province. The incident took place yesterday at the girl’s home in Kut Nok Plao Subdistrict. The cat, a female white and brown tabby, defended its young owner by standing guard over the snake and raising the alarm, causing the girl to wake up in shock and run out of the room.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305221-fearless-tabby-cat-saves-bedridden-girl-from-venomous-cobra/

 

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Sattahip police operation strikes a chord, arrests 52 and seizes drugs

 

Image via The Pattaya News

 

Sattahip was the scene of a police operation that resulted in the arrest of 52 teenagers and the seizure of illicit drugs. The operation was initiated following complaints from residents about loud music and an abundance of parked vehicles disrupting the tranquillity and traffic flow in the area. The inconsiderate parking had even blocked some residents’ driveways, leading to heightened tension and the eventual intervention of the police.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305222-sattahip-police-operation-strikes-a-chord-arrests-52-and-seizes-drugs/

 

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Two People Die in Pattaya Car Crash After Trying to Avoid Street Dog

 

 

A pickup truck crashed into a power pole in Pattaya after swerving to avoid a stray dog that ran in front of it. The crash killed two people instantly.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305223-two-people-die-in-pattaya-car-crash-after-trying-to-avoid-street-dog/

 

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Norwegian Man Hangs Himself in Pattaya

 

 

A Norwegian man hanged himself inside his house in Pattaya on Thursday, August 31st.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305225-norwegian-man-hangs-himself-in-pattaya/

 

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Pig farm stink leaves Surin village in a smelly health predicament

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

Residents of Nong Kok village in Surin province have expressed their complaints regarding a nearby pig farm that has been emitting extremely unpleasant smells for over two decades. The foul-smelling situation has resulted in recurrent visits to the hospital due to health problems. Despite making numerous appeals to the appropriate authorities, no measures have been implemented, giving rise to suspicions of influential interference and prompting a call for government intervention.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305226-pig-farm-stink-leaves-surin-village-in-a-smelly-health-predicament/

 

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