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Thailand’s fiery plight: 400+ hotspots spark concern

 

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Thailand is currently grappling with more than 400 hotspots, with the highest concentration in the provinces of Chiang Mai, Lampang, and Mae Hong Son, each reporting over 40 incidents. In comparison, neighbouring countries are also facing significant challenges, with Myanmar recording 3,065 hotspots, Cambodia 1,341, Laos 704, and Vietnam 414 as of February 18.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320336-thailand’s-fiery-plight-400-hotspots-spark-concern/

 

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Makha Bucha Arrives This Saturday with Nationwide Alcohol Sale Ban
By Aim Tanakorn

 

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Makha Bucha, the second most important Buddhist day for Thai people, is only a few days away from today, February 19th, 2024. If you’re visiting Thailand during this time, here is what you need to know.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320346-makha-bucha-arrives-this-saturday-with-nationwide-alcohol-sale-ban/

 

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NESDC adjusts Thailand’s GDP growth projections for 2023 and 2024

by Alex Morgan

 

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An adjustment to the anticipated GDP growth for 2023 and 2024 has been made by the National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC), dropping to 1.9% and 2.7% respectively.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320356-nesdc-adjusts-thailand’s-gdp-growth-projections-for-2023-and-2024/

 

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Thailand investigates extending alcohol sales hours for tourism boost
by Mitch Connor

 

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Public Health Minister, Cholnan Srikaew, announced the formation of a panel by the National Alcohol Beverage Policy Committee to investigate the proposed extension of alcohol sales hours in Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320321-liquor-policy-committee-drops-plan-to-extend-liquor-sale-hours-for-now/?do=findComment&comment=18706980

 

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Thailand braces for intense heat with temperatures soaring
by Nattapong Westwood

 

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Thailand is bracing for a severe heatwave, with weather maps turning a deep red, verging on black, indicating extreme temperatures are on the way.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320365-thailand-braces-for-intense-heat-with-temperatures-soaring/

 

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South Korea reaffirms commitment to Thailand amidst immigration controversy
by Mitch Connor 

 

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South Korean ambassador to Thailand, Park Yong Min, reaffirmed the country’s commitment to enhancing bilateral relations amidst the recent controversy involving the alleged mistreatment of Thai travellers by South Korean immigration officials.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320368-south-korea-reaffirms-commitment-to-thailand-amidst-immigration-controversy/

 

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Thailand gears up for 4 expressway projects worth 120 billion baht
by Mitch Connor 

 

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The Expressway Authority of Thailand (EXAT) is set to launch four expressway projects amounting to approximately 120 billion baht (US$3.3 billion). The projects, once approved and operational, are anticipated to stimulate economic growth and create job opportunities across the nation.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320369-thailand-gears-up-for-4-expressway-projects-worth-120-billion-baht/

 

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NASA and South Korea join forces to crack down on air pollution

by Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

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South Korea’s National Institute of Environmental Research (NIER) and NASA have embarked on a mission to unravel the secrets of winter air pollution across Asia, including Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320382-nasa-and-south-korea-join-forces-to-crack-down-on-air-pollution/

 

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Thaksin denies lese majeste law violation, secures 500,000 baht bail
by Petch Petpailin 

 

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After being released on parole for only a day, former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra turned himself into authorities again, yesterday, February 19, in connection with a lese majeste case. He successfully secured bail of 500,000 baht.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320347-thaksin-virtually-held-hostage-with-lese-majeste-lawsuit-nida-academic/?do=findComment&comment=18707489

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PM urges MPC to call a special meeting to review policy rate

 

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Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has urged the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) to call a special meeting to review its decision to maintain the policy rate at 2.5%, without waiting until its next scheduled meeting on April 10.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1320394-pm-urges-mpc-to-call-a-special-meeting-to-review-policy-rate/

 

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