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Lao National Arrested for Riding Motorcycle Taxi in Bangkok
Picture courtesy of Matichon. Immigration officers have arrested a foreign national for illegally working as a motorcycle taxi driver, an occupation reserved for Thai citizens. The arrest followed an operation led by senior immigration officials, including Pol. Lt. Gen. Phanumas Boonyaluck, Commissioner of the Immigration Bureau, who had instructed officers to intensify checks on foreigners working in prohibited occupations. Acting on intelligence, Pol. Col. Pholasit Sutthiart and Pol. Lt. Col. Suriya Puangsomboon, investigators from Immigration Division 1, were informed about a man of foreign appearance operating a motorcycle taxi near Paradise Soi, Huai Khwang District. Undercover officers hired the suspect to transport them to Huai Khwang Police Station, engaging him in conversation during the ride. Upon arrival, waiting immigration officers identified the suspect as Mr. Leklai, a 32-year-old Lao national, who had entered Thailand on a three-nationality labour visa (NON-LA) on 30 July 2024, with permission to stay until 29 July 2026. He also presented a valid work permit, which matched his visa’s expiry date. However, his job as a motorcycle taxi driver violated the Ministry of Labour’s 2023 regulations, which strictly prohibit foreigners from working in certain professions, including public transport services. During questioning, Mr. Leklai admitted to working illegally for three days, earning around 300 baht per day. He had rented the official motorcycle taxi vest from a Thai acquaintance to appear legitimate. Authorities charged him with working outside his permitted occupation and informed him of his legal rights. He was then handed over to Huai Khwang Police Station for further legal proceedings. -- 2025-04-02 -
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Russia Rejects Trump’s Peace Plan, Citing Zelensky’s Leadership as a Major Obstacle
Russia has dismissed the White House’s latest proposals for peace in Ukraine, stating that it cannot accept the plan while President Volodymyr Zelensky remains in power. This stance puts Moscow on a direct collision course with U.S. President Donald Trump, who has recently threatened to impose secondary tariffs on Russian oil imports unless President Vladimir Putin agrees to negotiate an end to the war. These measures, if implemented, could significantly impact Russia’s ability to finance its military efforts. “We have not heard from Trump a signal to Kyiv to end the war,” said Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov. “All that exists today is an attempt to find some kind of scheme that would first allow us to achieve a ceasefire, as imagined by the Americans, and then move on to some other models and schemes. [But] as far as we can see, there is no place in them today for our main demand; namely to resolve the problems related to the root causes of this conflict.” Speaking in an interview published on Tuesday by International Affairs, a publication linked to the Russian foreign ministry, Ryabkov emphasized that while Moscow takes the U.S. proposals seriously, they are not acceptable in their current form. The phrase “root causes” has been consistently used by the Kremlin as a reference to the Ukrainian government’s pro-Western stance. Although Ryabkov’s statements do not mark a significant shift in Russia’s rhetoric, their timing—immediately following Trump’s threats to impose economic penalties—adds weight to the ongoing geopolitical tensions. Putin has already rejected Trump’s earlier proposal for a 30-day ceasefire, and Russia’s latest remarks could further provoke the U.S. president. The White House acknowledged on Tuesday that Trump was growing increasingly frustrated with both Putin and Zelensky over the continued conflict. Trump also accused Ukraine of trying to “back out” of a minerals deal with Washington, warning that Zelensky could face “big, big problems” if he did so. Trump expressed additional anger toward Putin after the Russian leader suggested that Ukraine be placed under temporary United Nations governance until elections could be held. “New leadership means you’re not gonna have a deal for a long time,” Trump stated, referring to Ukraine’s decision to postpone elections following Russia’s 2022 invasion in accordance with its constitution. In response to Moscow’s defiance, Trump has threatened to retaliate by imposing tariffs of up to 50 percent on imports from countries that purchase Russian oil. This move would primarily impact China and India, the two largest buyers of Russian crude since the start of the full-scale invasion. Reports indicate that Indian state-owned companies Bharat Petroleum and Hindustan Petroleum are already exploring alternatives to Russian oil due to the looming risk of U.S. sanctions. Trump’s threats caused oil prices to rise by approximately two percent, pushing them to a five-week high and temporarily boosting Russia’s revenues. Despite Trump’s warnings, China has not indicated any shift in its stance on the war. During a visit to Moscow, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi reaffirmed Beijing’s close ties with Russia, stating that the two nations are “friends forever, never enemies.” While Wang did not address Trump’s threats, he acknowledged that China welcomed Washington’s efforts to bring about peace, expressing Beijing’s willingness to play a “constructive role” in negotiations. However, China has not condemned Russia’s invasion, maintaining that NATO’s expansion provoked the conflict. “The step towards peace, although not that big, is constructive — it’s worth building on it,” Wang said before his meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. “With peace, it is no pain, no gain. You need to work hard to achieve it.” While Trump and Putin have held two official discussions on the war, progress toward a resolution remains elusive. U.S. and Russian negotiators have also met twice in Saudi Arabia, but tangible results have yet to emerge. A ceasefire agreement in the Black Sea, which was announced following a recent conversation between Trump and Putin, has yet to take effect. Ukrainian Navy spokesman Dmytro Pletenchuk confirmed that no formal agreement had been established, stating: “In order to adhere to the terms of any agreement, it must first be formalized. Considering that a formal document … does not yet exist, it is difficult to talk about compliance with any agreements.” Meanwhile, the Kremlin has presented its own set of demands, including the lifting of sanctions on Russian companies and one of the country’s largest banks, as a prerequisite for any ceasefire. Until these conditions are met, Moscow remains unwilling to engage in meaningful peace negotiations. Based on a report by The Times 2025-04-02 -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Wednesday 2 April 2025
Photo of Bangkok Governor Alone at Collapse Site Sparks Reflection Picture courtesy of Siam Rath On the evening of 1st April, at the incident command centre in Chatuchak, Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt addressed a photo circulating of him sitting alone atop a car park at the collapsed building site. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1356493-photo-of-bangkok-governor-alone-at-collapse-site-sparks-reflection/ -
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Photo of Bangkok Governor Alone at Collapse Site Sparks Reflection
Picture courtesy of Siam Rath On the evening of 1st April, at the incident command centre in Chatuchak, Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt addressed a photo circulating of him sitting alone atop a car park at the collapsed building site. He described the moment as a simple one, explaining, "I was just eating a quick meal like the volunteers, an omelette on rice, while sitting on the fifth floor. I was thinking about those still inside the building and hoping they would hold on a little longer. I prayed for guidance to find them quickly, contemplating their rescue and hoping our efforts would suffice." Based on a story by Siam Rath -- 2025-04-02 -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Wednesday 2 April 2025
Man Arrested After Over 11 Years on the Run for Axe Attack on Bus Driver Picture courtesy of CIB Police from the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) have arrested a 57-year-old man on 1 April, who had been on the run for over 11 years after attacking a bus driver with an axe, allegedly over a love affair. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1356492-man-arrested-after-over-11-years-on-the-run-for-axe-attack-on-bus-driver/
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