It has been almost a month since former Thai prime minister Prayut Chan-o-cha left the public eye, when he left office in late August. The country now has new leader, Srettha Thavisin, and the media is dominated by stories of the new government. 

 

We miss you, Uncle Tu : Thanakorn

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307287-we-miss-you-uncle-tu-thanakorn/

Ex-culture minister offers to surrender to face corruption charges

 

Waterfront Condominium

 

Fugitive former culture minister Itthiphol Kunplome has offered to surrender to face corruption charges, in connection with the illegal issuance of a permit for the construction of a condominium in Pattaya.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307304-ex-culture-minister-offers-to-surrender-to-face-corruption-charges/

Cannabis Network Gives Health Minister A Warning
by TNR Staff

 

Cannabis leaves and plants. Photo: Thai Rath

 

A CANNABIS network yesterday (Sep. 22) urged Public Health Minister Chonlanan Srikaew to clearly define what a planned draft bill on cannabis and hemp would mean in saying it is to be for medical and health purposes only because if traditional medical practitioners are cut out it could lead to conflicts, TV Channel 7 said.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307322-cannabis-network-gives-health-minister-a-warning/

 

UPDATE: Former Chonburi Police Chief Cleared of Wrongdoing in Pattaya Pool Villa Shooting Suspect Swap
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

PHOTO: นักข่าว เมืองชล

Pattaya — The former Provincial Police Commander of Chonburi province has been cleared of wrongdoing after he was accused of being linked to an attempt to help the real suspects escape prosecution in a 2022 Pattaya pool villa shooting incident.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307323-update-former-chonburi-police-chief-cleared-of-wrongdoing-in-pattaya-pool-villa-shooting-suspect-swap/

 

Hua Hin seeks approval to hold long tail boat racing event in November
By Online Reporter

 

 

The Hua Hin Municipality has submitted a formal request to provincial officials for the green light to host its annual long tail boat racing event at Khao Tao reservoir in November.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307326-hua-hin-seeks-approval-to-hold-long-tail-boat-racing-event-in-november/

 

Cow Trapped in Pattaya Septic Tank Rescued
By Adam Judd

 

 

Pattaya – On Thursday, September 21st, 2023, Pattaya Rescue Radio Center received a report from locals to rescue a cow that fell into an old septic tank in a deserted area along the railroad tracks on Soi Siam Country Club.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307327-cow-trapped-in-pattaya-septic-tank-rescued/

 

Pattaya City Launches Clean Canal, Pristine Water Project at South Pattaya Canal
By Adam Judd

 

 

Pattaya – Mr. Manoch Nongyai, the Deputy Mayor of Pattaya City and relevant government officials performed a field inspection on illegal activities at the South Pattaya canal such as: Obstructions in public areas, waste drainage to the canal causing a foul stench, deterioration, and pollution.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307328-pattaya-city-launches-clean-canal-pristine-water-project-at-south-pattaya-canal/

 

Phuket Police Ensure Readiness of Hotline Services as More Tourists Return
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Phuket – The Phuket police are ensuring the readiness of the 191 Operation Center to prepare for more tourists.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307329-phuket-police-ensure-readiness-of-hotline-services-as-more-tourists-return/

 

Explosion at Power Plant in Prachinburi Shuts Down Industrial Estate

 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

On September 22, 2023, a transformer explosion at a power plant within the industrial estate of Nikhom Uttharachai 304 in Prachinburi caused a massive fire, leading to a complete power outage throughout the industrial estate.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307330-explosion-at-power-plant-in-prachinburi-shuts-down-industrial-estate/

 

Thailand's PM Rings New York Stock Exchange Opening Bell to Attract Foreign Investors

 

Picture: Daily News

 

In a move to attract foreign investment, Thailand's Prime Minister, Sertthai Taweesin, rang the opening bell at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307331-thailands-pm-rings-new-york-stock-exchange-opening-bell-to-attract-foreign-investors/

 

 Ubon Ratchathani : 4-Year-Old Boy dies in Horrific Accident

 

Picture: Daily News

 

In a horrific incident that left parents heartbroken, a 4-year-old boy lost his life tragically when he was accidentally pulled into a rice harvesting machine.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307332- ubon-ratchathani-4-year-old-boy-dies-in-horrific-accident/

 

Full statement delivered by Thai PM at the UN General Assembly
 

 

Statement by Srettha Thavisin Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Thailand at the General Debate 
of the 78th Session of the United Nations General Assembly, Friday 22 September 2023, United Nations Headquarters, New York.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307337-full-statement-delivered-by-thai-pm-at-the-un-general-assembly/

 

Industry leader warns new government to think long term but welcomes fortnightly salary payouts
by Joseph O' Connor

 

This week, Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) Chairman, Kriengkrai Thiennukul, welcomed the government’s decision to pay salaries on a fortnightly basis from January 1st, 2024, but warned that medium and long-term plans to boost the economy were required while Move Forward Sirikanya Tansakul (inset left) said the priority must be to cut debt repayment obligations. Ms Sirikanya said every worker was entitled to a minimum of 30% from their monthly pay towards ongoing expenses.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307340-industry-leader-warns-new-government-to-think-long-term-but-welcomes-fortnightly-salary-payouts/

 

Henna tattoo horror: Thai woman’s ordeal serves as an allergy warning
by Samantha Rose

 

Photo: Sanook

 

A devastating experience with a budget henna tattoo has been shared by a woman on social media who ended up with severe blisters and itching, leaving a scar.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307348-henna-tattoo-horror-thai-woman’s-ordeal-serves-as-an-allergy-warning/

 

Blockbuster movie scares Chinese tourists away from Thailand
 

For millions of Chinese tourists, Thailand used to be a happy land of water fights, lantern festivals and delicious food.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307351-blockbuster-movie-scares-chinese-tourists-away-from-thailand/

 

Thai Prime Minister to Open Borders And Enhance Economy
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

National – On September 22nd, 2023, the Prime Minister of Thailand, Mr. Srettha Thavisin, and the Minister of Finance held a meeting to impose important policies on a Thai national team in the US at St. Regis Hotel, New York.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307352-thai-prime-minister-to-open-borders-and-enhance-economy/

 

Man Arrested in Bangkok After Embezzling 41 Million Baht from Buddhism Foundation
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Bangkok – A man was arrested in Bangkok after he admitted to having embezzled 41 million baht from a Buddhism foundation.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307353-man-arrested-in-bangkok-after-embezzling-41-million-baht-from-buddhism-foundation/

 

NACC considers appealing the acquittal in a land encroachment case against politician

 

 

The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) will consult the Office of the Attorney-General over whether to appeal the verdict of the Region 2 Criminal Court for Corruption and Misconduct Cases, acquitting former deputy education minister Kanokwan Wilawan, her father Sunthorn and eight other individuals of forest encroachment in Khao Yan National Park.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1307358-nacc-considers-appealing-the-acquittal-in-a-land-encroachment-case-against-politician/

 

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