THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Monday 1 April 2024

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Lawyer Sittra Biabungkerd to deliver data on alleged police bribery
by Mitch Connor

 

Picture of Lawyer Sittra Biabungkerd (left) and Police Major Gen Charoonkiat Pankaew, deputy head of the Central Investigation Bureau, courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

A prominent Thai lawyer is set to deliver critical data regarding alleged bribery allegations, which involve online gambling networks and the national police chief, Torsak Sukvimol, along with his spouse, to the Move Forward Party (MFP) today.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1323783-lawyer-sittra-biabungkerd-to-deliver-data-on-alleged-police-bribery/

 

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Pattaya Police Hunt for Underwear-Sniffing Man
By Aim Tanakorn

 

 

Pattaya —Pattaya police are searching for a man who has been terrorizing residents of Soi Sawang Fa 2 by stealing and sniffing their underwear.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1323786-pattaya-police-hunt-for-underwear-sniffing-man/

 

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Sony Invests 2.57 Billion Baht in Thai Factory for Autopilot Sensors
By Kittisak Phalahar

 

PHOTO: Sony Semiconductor Solutions

National—On March 30th, 2024, Thai national media reported that a large private international company, Sony Semiconductor Solutions, announced an investment of more than 2.57 billion baht to establish a manufacturing factory in Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1323787-sony-invests-257-billion-baht-in-thai-factory-for-autopilot-sensors/

 

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Thai Government Cracks Down on Online Gambling: Over 25,000 Websites Blocked

By Kittisak Phalaharn

 

 

National—On March 31st, 2024, Ms. Kanika Aunjit, the deputy government spokeswoman, stated to the public regarding a government policy to tackle online gambling websites as major economic crimes.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1323788-thai-government-cracks-down-on-online-gambling-over-25000-websites-blocked/

 

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Thai police arrest foreigners for fraud in Bangkok and Pattaya
by Top 

 

Picture courtesy of Pattaya News

 

The Thai Immigration Police Bureau (IBP) successfully apprehended two foreign nationals, originating from South Korea and Taiwan, in Pattaya and Bangkok. Both individuals were being actively pursued by their respective countries for allegations of fraud.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1323792-thai-police-arrest-foreigners-for-fraud-in-bangkok-and-pattaya/

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3 year old Thai girl injured in Pink Line MRT liquid cement incident
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Matichon

 

A family of three narrowly avoided tragedy when liquid cement from a Pink Line MRT construction site spilt onto their sedan on Saturday. The incident damaged the car and caused injuries to a three-year-old girl.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1323794-3-year-old-thai-girl-injured-in-pink-line-mrt-liquid-cement-incident/

 

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Hot weather forecast across Thailand today

 

 

April is usually the hottest month of the year in Thailand, with the whole country experiencing high to very high temperatures. Today is no exception, with highs forecast to reach 42oC in some northern and central provinces, according to the Meteorological Department’s weather forecast.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1323795-hot-weather-forecast-across-thailand-today/

 

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Industrial Commission exposes Chinese steel mill’s law violations
by Top

 

Picture courtesy of Pattaya Mail

 

The Industrial Commission in Thailand has exposed law violations on the back of a Chinese steel mill crane collapsing in Rayong. This mill, as it turns out, is under Chinese ownership. The revelation led by Industrial Commission Chairman Akaradej Wongpitakroj has brought to the surface allegations of multiple Thai law violations by these Chinese investors.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1323796-industrial-commission-exposes-chinese-steel-mill’s-law-violations/

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Move Forward eyes new path to power in Thailand with local elections
 

File photo : Pita LImjaroenrat, former leader of Move Forward party//Reuters

Politicians targeting powerful posts in provincial administrative organizations now have less than a year to prepare for nationwide local elections.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1323800-move-forward-eyes-new-path-to-power-in-thailand-with-local-elections/

 

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Russian couple’s dine and dash attempt exposed in Phuket restaurant
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via ThaiRath

 

A shameless cheating Russian couple insisted they had settled their bill at a Phuket restaurant after being accused of attempting to dine and dash. They later falsely incriminated a Thai waitress of theft but their deception was exposed by CCTV footage, forcing them to apologise and settle the bill.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1323801-russian-couple’s-dine-and-dash-attempt-exposed-in-phuket-restaurant/

 

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Phuket police arrest Italian man for drink driving

By Peter Roche

 

PHOTO: The Phuket News

An Italian man has been arrested in Patong after he was found to be driving while intoxicated.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1323803-phuket-police-arrest-italian-man-for-drink-driving/

 

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Move Forward party urges public to watch censure debate this week

 

 

The opposition Move Forward party has launched a publicity campaign, urging members of the public to monitor the general debate against the government this Wednesday and Thursday.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1323804-move-forward-party-urges-public-to-watch-censure-debate-this-week/

 

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Threat of deflation among major challenges for next finance minister

 

 

Since Srettha Thavisin formed the new coalition government in August last year, the prime minister’s additional role as the finance minister has faded into the background.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1323816-threat-of-deflation-among-major-challenges-for-next-finance-minister/

 

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Move Forward, don’t forget the police

 

 

In a Facebook post listing topics that the Srettha government must be grilled for, the biggest political party did not mention arguably the biggest problem of the hour _ the police crisis.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1323819-move-forward-don’t-forget-the-police/

 

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Chinese EVs Dominate Bangkok Motor Show

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - China's electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers at the 45th Bangkok International Motor Show reportedly stand out with their high-quality, innovative designs and competitive pricing, drawing much attention from attendees. The event, spanning 12 days from March 27 to April 7, showcases 49 major auto brands, introducing at least 20 new models to the market.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1323821-chinese-evs-dominate-bangkok-motor-show/

 

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Buranupakorn dynasty imperilled as Pheu Thai and Move Forward battle for control

 

File photo : Tassanee Buranupakorn (Tassanee’s FB)

 

Two-time MP Tassanee Buranupakorn’s bid to run for chief executive of Chiang Mai’s Provincial Administrative Organization (PAO) under the reformist Move Forward Party has failed, threatening her family’s political grip on the province.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1323822-buranupakorn-dynasty-imperilled-as-pheu-thai-and-move-forward-battle-for-control/

 

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Thai Traditions Take Center Stage in Prague Art Exhibit

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - The Ministry of Commerce and Czech artist Ondřej Míšek have united to bring Thai traditions to the forefront of the European art scene through an exhibition in Prague, garnering admiration from art lovers across Europe.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1323824-thai-traditions-take-center-stage-in-prague-art-exhibit/

 

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Chiang Mai Zoo Aquarium Reopens after Renovation

 

 

CHIANG MAI, April 1 (TNA) – The Chiang Mai Zoo Aquarium also known as the “Sea atop the Mountain” reopened its doors to tourists today after more than a year of renovation.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1323825-chiang-mai-zoo-aquarium-reopens-after-renovation/

 

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Monkey Gang Robs Mangoes While Car Stuck at Red Light

 

 

LOPBURI, April 1 (TNA) – In Lopburi, a troop of monkeys swarmed around a pickup truck carrying two crates of ripe mangoes and another two crates of graded green mangoes while it was stopped at a red light.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1323826-monkey-gang-robs-mangoes-while-car-stuck-at-red-light/

 

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Asian aviation roars back into the skies

 

Airlines in Asia are heading back to the skies

 

All the Thai airlines are currently recording a massive uptick in passengers as locals and foreign tourists take to the Thai skies again. The recent high season was very high indeed. But it’s not as if the airfares were great value – in fact they were at record highs (and appear unlikely to come down in the short-term).

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1323827-asian-aviation-roars-back-into-the-skies/

 

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Chiang Mai bans alcohol, smoking in Songkran celebration areas

 

PHOTO: Flickr/Alpha

 

Alcohol consumption and cigarette smoking will be banned in Chiang Mai’s designated water splashing areas during the Songkran holiday. We’d guess you can put cannabis smoking on the list as well although it wasn’t specified in the directive.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1323830-chiang-mai-bans-alcohol-smoking-in-songkran-celebration-areas/

 

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Thailand emerges as billionaire hotspot, ranked 12th in rich list

 

Photo by Waranont (Joe) via Unsplash

 

Hurun Research Institute released its prestigious 2024 Hurun Global Rich List, revealing that Thailand ranks 12th worldwide for having the highest number of billionaires.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1323831-thailand-emerges-as-billionaire-hotspot-ranked-12th-in-rich-list/

 

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Thai government stakes its future on casino complex amid pressure

 

Picture of a croupier at an illegal casino in Nonthaburi province, courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

The Government of Thailand is under pressure to review the specifics of the proposed casino and entertainment complex, aimed at boosting economic growth. According to Senator Sangsit Piriyarangsan, who has been investigating casino legalization, the current plan requires adjustments.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1323833-thai-government-stakes-its-future-on-casino-complex-amid-pressure/

 

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World Bank predicts 2.8% economic growth for Thailand

 

Picture courtesy of Stay in Thailand

 

The World Bank predicted a modest economic growth of 2.8% for Thailand in 2024, with an acceleration of 3.0% in 2025. This forecast announced today, April 1, is underpinned by the nation’s struggling exports and a postponed budget.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1323834-world-bank-predicts-28-economic-growth-for-thailand/

 

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German and Canadian charged for illegal kung fu course

 

Photo via YouTube/ ThaiRath TV Originals

 

Police arrested a German and a Canadian man for illegally conducting a Shaolin kung fu training course on Koh Pha Ngan, an island in the southern province of Surat Thani.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1323835-german-and-canadian-charged-for-illegal-kung-fu-course/

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Northern Thailand grapples with severe global air contamination

 

Picture courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

The hazardous red-coded levels of PM2.5 shrouded most northern provinces of Thailand today, with Chiang Mai earning the unenviable title of the city with the most severe air contamination globally.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1323836-northern-thailand-grapples-with-severe-global-air-contamination/

 

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EC’s anti-fake news center reopens for Senate selection

 

 

The Election Commission (EC) reopened its anti-fake news center today in preparation for the selection of the Senate, which will commence as soon as the current batch’s term expires in May.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1323846-ec’s-anti-fake-news-center-reopens-for-senate-selection/

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Cannabis partially decriminalised in Germany

 

Campaigners like Marcel are thrilled at the law change

 

"Some German people drink their beer after work. We just want to smoke our weed."

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1323847-cannabis-partially-decriminalised-in-germany/

 

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Senate rejects nominee for President of the Supreme Administrative Court

 

File photo : Wissanu Waranyoo

 

The Senate has voted down the nomination of the former deputy president of the Supreme Administrative Court for the position of its president.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1323848-senate-rejects-nominee-for-president-of-the-supreme-administrative-court/

 

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Boy, 11, declines HIV test knowing partner’s positive status

 

Picture courtesy of Sanook

 

An 11 year old boy stunned medical professionals with his response to a suggestion for an HIV test after a genital discharge complaint. The boy confidently declined the test, indicating that he was already aware of his status through his partner, an 18 year old girl.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1323849-boy-11-declines-hiv-test-knowing-partner’s-positive-status/