Thailand Video News May 17: Pro-cannabis advocates protested at the Ministry of Health

[Video News]

 

 

In this Good Morning Thailand video, the transcript below provides the overview of diverse stories range from weather, technology, and regional from across Thailand and Southeast Asia countries, hosted by Alex and Jay. 

 

1. **Bang Saray Floods**: Heavy rains turned streets into rivers, overwhelming drainage systems and causing severe traffic snarls.

 

2. **Cannabis Rally**: Pro-cannabis advocates protested in Nonthaburi against the Thai government's plan to reclassify cannabis as a narcotic.

 

3. **Suspicious Death**: A Thai man's family in Chaiyaphum suspects his boyfriend of murder, disputing the claim of a car accident.

 

4. **Gang Leader Arrested**: Chiang Mai police arrested 18-year-old Bung Peach for a series of samurai sword robberies.

 

5. **Durian Vendor Sentenced**: A Chumphon woman received seven years in prison for using a rigged scale to deceive customers.

 

6. **Tourism Goes Digital**: Alipay+ and TAT launched a mini-program to enhance the travel experience in Thailand.

 

7. **Strategic Partnership**: South Korea and Cambodia upgraded their relationship to a strategic partnership to boost economic cooperation.

 

8. **Macau Legend Sale**: Macau Legend sold its Laos casino, Savan Legend, to focus on its Macau operations.