THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Thursday 7 September 2023

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With Thailand’s new government, led by Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin of Pheu Thai Party, finally in place, there is growing anticipation among Thai business leaders for a swift economic recovery.

 

Business leader sees tourism as key to Thailand’s economic growth

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305719-business-leader-sees-tourism-as-key-to-thailand’s-economic-growth/

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Wanted Former Pattaya Mayor Reportedly Flees Thailand to Evade Arrest

 

PHOTO: Prachachat

 

Pol. Maj. Gen. Chomchawin Punatananon, the Deputy Commander of the Chonburi Provincial Police, told Thai media today that he has received information, which indicated that Mr. Itthiphol has left Thailand on the morning of August 30th, 2023, after attending a meeting, and has not returned since.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305653-arrest-warrant-issued-for-former-pattaya-mayor-over-condo-approval-case/?do=findComment&comment=18330438

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MHESI Permanent Secretary Travelled Overseas 32 Times In 18 Months: Wiroj
by TNR Staff

 

Move Forward MP Wiroj Lakkhanaadisorn. Photo: Matichon

 

MOVE Forward Party MP Wiroj Lakkhanaadisorn asked in a Facebook post today (Sep. 6) whether it is true the permanent secretary of the  Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI)  travelled overseas 32 times in 18 months while enquiring what he did in the countries he visited and how much money was spent on these trips in total, Matichon newspaper said.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305750-mhesi-permanent-secretary-travelled-overseas-32-times-in-18-months-wiroj/

 

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Three Kenyan Women Arrested at Phuket Airport With Almost 3 Kilograms of Cocaine
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Phuket – Three Kenyan women were arrested at the Phuket International Airport with 2.8 kilograms of cocaine found in their stomachs.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305752-three-kenyan-women-arrested-at-phuket-airport-with-almost-3-kilograms-of-cocaine/

 

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Homeless Man Found Dead Near Police Box in Phuket Old Town
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Phuket – A homeless man was found dead near a police box in Phuket Old Town.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305753-homeless-man-found-dead-near-police-box-in-phuket-old-town/

 

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Ripped off: Victims seek justice against police officer’s wife impersonating banker
by Nattapong Westwood 

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod.

 

Thommanant Taengtim, known as Ja Kings Saphan Mai, today led a group of more than 10 victims to the Central Investigation Bureau to file a complaint against the wife of a high-ranking police officer from Phahonyothin Police Station, who pretended to be a bank officer.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305754-ripped-off-victims-seek-justice-against-police-officer’s-wife-impersonating-banker/

 

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Thai romance scammer busted for netting 2.6 million baht
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Facebook/ ตำรวจไซเบอร์ – บช.สอท.

 

The Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau (CCIB) arrested a Thai man operating a romance scam using a fake social media profile of a woman to dupe nearly 2.6 million baht from a victim.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305755-thai-romance-scammer-busted-for-netting-26-million-baht/

 

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DUI Victims Urge Prime Minister for Road Safety Reform

 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

On September 6, 2023, at the Government House, the Network for Victims of Drunk Driving, led by Mr. Prasom Suksawang, President of the group, along with other affected members who have faced disabilities and life-altering consequences due to intoxicated drivers, met with Prime Minister Sathaporn Tweesin. Mr. Charin Rungthanakiat, a representative from the Prime Minister’s team, received their petition.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305758-dui-victims-urge-prime-minister-for-road-safety-reform/

 

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Lat Phrao road in Bangkok  collapsed to a depth of 2 meters.

 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

Senior officer Phrathawi Somwang, head of the Chokchai Police Station, inspected a road collapse on Lat Phrao Road near exit soi Lat Phrao 67/2 in the Wang Thonglang district of Bangkok.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305760-lat-phrao-road-in-bangkok-collapsed-to-a-depth-of-2-meters/

 

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Operation "Lanna Force Check" Targets Foreign Nationals

 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

On September 6th, Major General Suphanat Charoenruangsakul, the head of the 5th Tactical Division, presided over the launch of the second operation titled “Lanna Force Check”.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305761-operation-lanna-force-check-targets-foreign-nationals/

 

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Involvement in "Boss" Case Accusations denied

Picture: Thai Rath

 

"Senator Krong" confirms that there's no involvement in any wrongdoing after the NACC committee passed a resolution indicating suspicion of tampering with primary evidence in the case of the speeding car incident involving "Boss Yoovidhya," resulting in the order not to prosecute.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305762-chiang-mai-governor-denies-involvement-in-boss-case-accusations/

 

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Impunity for the rich and powerful undermines Thailand’s democracy
By Friedrich Artur Blair

 

Thailand is a country where the harmonious façade is deeply cherished yet the grim reality of unequal justice frequently breaks through.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305763-impunity-for-the-rich-and-powerful-undermines-thailand’s-democracy/

 

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Bangkok warehouse fire causes chaos in the Vibhavadi area
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Image courtesy of Khaosod Online

 

A four-storey warehouse, adjacent to a luxury car showroom in Vibhavadi area was engulfed in a rapid fire yesterday.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305764-bangkok-warehouse-fire-causes-chaos-in-the-vibhavadi-area/

 

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NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Thursday 7 September 2023
 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305765-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-thursday-7-september-2023/

 

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Pang Cha apologises for copyright infringement over logo design
by Samantha Rose

 

Image courtesy of Sanook

 

Pang Cha, a popular Thai tea brand, has publicly apologized for allegedly infringing on copyrighted material used as inspiration for their logo.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305766-pang-cha-apologises-for-copyright-infringement-over-logo-design/

 

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"Russians stealing Thai jobs", R2D2 found in Phuket : Tim Newton Today - Sep 7

 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305773-russians-stealing-thai-jobs-r2d2-found-in-phuket-tim-newton-today-sep-7/

 

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Pattaya Hospitality Challenge 2023 taking place September 12-13

by Namo Vananupong

 

    
BANGKOK (NNT) - Elevating the skills of workers in tourism-related services is expected to help generate more income for the tourism sector and the overall Thai economy.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305775-pattaya-hospitality-challenge-2023-taking-place-september-12-13/

 

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Special warfare officer shot dead, deputy commander injured in Nakhon Pathom dispute
by Samantha Rose 

 

Image courtesy of Sanook.

 

A fatal shooting occurred in Nakhon Pathom province, where one man lost his life while another sustained injuries. The incident took place in a spacious yard fronting a house located in Ta Kong Subdistrict, Mueang District.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305779-special-warfare-officer-shot-dead-deputy-commander-injured-in-nakhon-pathom-dispute/

 

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Severe weather warning for 56 Thai provinces as heavy rain and flash floods loom
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Picture courtesy of Luka Vovk, Unsplash.

 

A severe weather warning has been issued by the Thai Meteorological Department today, warning 56 provinces against heavy thunderstorms.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305781-severe-weather-warning-for-56-thai-provinces-as-heavy-rain-and-flash-floods-loom/

 

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29 state officials accused of involvement in precious wood trafficking
 

Chaiwat Limlikhitaksorn

A formal complaint has been lodged with Thailand’s National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) by the director of the National Parks Office, Chaiwat Limlikhitaksorn, accusing 29 state officials at various agencies of involvement in the trafficking of precious wood out of the country.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305782-29-state-officials-accused-of-involvement-in-precious-wood-trafficking/

 

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One Family, One Soft Power policy introduced to promote Thailand’s soft power
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo by Egor Myznik via Unsplash.

 

The new government of Thailand, led by Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, has introduced a policy known as One Family, One Soft Power (OFOS).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305783-one-family-one-soft-power-policy-introduced-to-promote-thailand’s-soft-power/

 

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Taiwanese electronics firms spark 30 billion baht boom in Thailand
by Alex Morgan

 

Image by sasirin pamai's Images.

 

The electronics industry of Thailand is set to experience significant growth as 20 new investments, amounting to 30 billion baht, have been approved by the Board of Investment (BoI).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305784-taiwanese-electronics-firms-spark-30-billion-baht-boom-in-thailand/

 

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Teenager fatally shot in central Thailand crossroads crime, ignites police chase
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Picture courtesy of MGR Online.

 

A teenager was fatally shot while crossing a road in a cross-regional community incident, sparking a swift police hunt for the perpetrator.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305786-teenager-fatally-shot-in-central-thailand-crossroads-crime-ignites-police-chase/

 

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Red Bull heir’s hit-and-run case mishandled by 15 top Thai officials, says NACC
by Mitch Connor

 

Picture courtesy of Bangkok Post.

 

The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) declared 15 high-ranking police officials and prosecutors culpable for mismanaging the infamous 2012 hit-and-run case connected to the Red Bull heir.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305762-chiang-mai-governor-denies-involvement-in-boss-case-accusations/?do=findComment&comment=18331364

 

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Motorcyclist Killed in Traffic Accident in Chonburi
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

PHOTO: TMN Cable TV Pattaya

Chonburi — A 63-year-old man was killed and another motorcyclist was injured in a traffic accident in the Phanat Nikhom district of Chonburi province on September 5th.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305787-motorcyclist-killed-in-traffic-accident-in-chonburi/

 

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Former Thai deputy speaker implicated in corruption scandal over educational project
by Mitch Connor 

 

Image courtesy of Bangkok Post.

 

The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) declared yesterday that Charoen Jankomol, the previous first deputy House speaker, engaged in corrupt practices related to a parliamentary project’s misappropriation.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305788-former-thai-deputy-speaker-implicated-in-corruption-scandal-over-educational-project/

 

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15 people helped Red Bull heir evade justice – Thailand’s NACC

By Peter Roche

 

PHOTO: Matt Dunham/AP

The secretary-general of Thailand’s National Counter-Corruption Commission says a total of 15 people helped Vorayuth “Boss” Yoovidhya evade justice after a fatal hit-and-run incident in 2012.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305762-chiang-mai-governor-denies-involvement-in-boss-case-accusations/?do=findComment&comment=18331451

 

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Fatal family feud over missing cat ends in son’s shooting in Phetchabun
by Samantha Rose 

 

Images courtesy of Sanook

 

A 70 year old man fatally shot his 43 year old son on Monday, September 5, following a heated dispute over a missing pet cat. The incident occurred outside their two-storey wooden house in the Nong Phai district of Phetchabun province.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305789-fatal-family-feud-over-missing-cat-ends-in-son’s-shooting-in-phetchabun/

 

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“86% of Thai police stations failed transparency test”

By Peter Roche

 

PHOTO: Flickr/the foreign photographer - ฝรั่งถ่

 

Thailand’s National Anti-Corruption Commission says 86% of police stations around the country have failed to pass transparency and integrity tests.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305790-“86-of-thai-police-stations-failed-transparency-test”/

 

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PM Vows to Crackdown on Corruption

 

 

BANGKOK, Sept 7 (TNA) — Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin announced during his keynote address at the Anti-Corruption Day 2023 to eradicate unethical practices including the buying and selling of state officials’ positions and his government will bring in technology to help us achieve transparency of the public sector.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1305791-pm-vows-to-crackdown-on-corruption/