THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Saturday 8 June 2024

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A Good Samaritan reached out to help a poor Thai man in the Samut Prakarn province near Bangkok after he was scammed out of 10,000 baht by his supposed fiancée. A Danish investor living in Pattaya read the sad story about a Thai security guard paying his girlfriend 300 baht a day in instalments, only to be abandoned, on The Thaiger website.

 

Scammed Thai man finds help from philanthropic Danish investor

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329221-scammed-thai-man-finds-help-from-philanthropic-danish-investor/

 

Photo via Thue Thai News

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Red Bull magnate sues over fraud allegations for 50 million baht

 

Chalerm Yoovidhya, the billionaire behind Red Bull energy drink, has launched another lawsuit claiming defamation. This time he is targeting a news outlet and four individuals, demanding damages of 50 million baht related to claims of bribery.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329203-red-bull-magnate-sues-over-fraud-allegations-for-50-million-baht/

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Thai Pilots Association opposes eased restrictions for foreign pilots

Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

The Thai Pilots Association vehemently opposed a controversial government proposal to ease restrictions on foreign pilots flying with Thai carriers temporarily.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329216-thai-pilots-association-opposes-eased-restrictions-for-foreign-pilots/

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Foreigners Rescue Sea Turtles from Fishing Net in Thalang
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

Two sea turtles were rescued by foreigners after being stuck with a fishing net on a beach in Mai Khao.

 

Full story:  https://aseannow.com/topic/1329243-foreigners-rescue-sea-turtles-from-fishing-net-in-thalang/

 

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Russian Man Arrested in Phuket for Alleged Money Laundering
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

A Russian man was arrested at Phuket International Airport for alleged money laundering.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329244-russian-man-arrested-in-phuket-for-alleged-money-laundering/

 

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Phuket Raids Unveil Foreign Business Schemes Worth Millions of Baht

 

Picture courtesy: Phuket fr

 

In a concerted effort to dismantle illicit foreign enterprises, the Department of Special Investigation (DSI), in collaboration with various Thai law enforcement agencies, stormed three businesses in Phuket on Thursday.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329245-phuket-raids-unveil-foreign-business-schemes-worth-millions-of-baht/

 

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Vietnamese Drug Kingpin Fugitive Captured in Bangkok

 

Picture courtesy. FM91bkk

 

One of Vietnam’s most wanted drug suspects has been captured in Bangkok after a year on the run.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329246-vietnamese-drug-kingpin-fugitive-captured-in-bangkok/

 

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Jetstar Resumes Brisbane-Bangkok Direct Flights After Four-Year Hiatus

 

Picture courtesy: Jetstar

 

Jetstar is set to resume direct flights between Brisbane and Bangkok this December, marking the first non-stop service on this route since Thai Airways suspended operations in March 2020 due to the Covid-19 pandemic. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329247-jetstar-resumes-brisbane-bangkok-direct-flights-after-four-year-hiatus/

 

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Man Arrested for Selling Dangerous Prescription Medicine Online

 

Picture courtesy: Khaosod Online

 

In a significant crackdown, authorities in Phatthalung have apprehended a man for selling dangerous prescription, or conventional medicine online, raking in a daily income of 30,000 baht.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329248-man-arrested-for-selling-dangerous-prescription-medicine-online/

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Strong Public Support for Meth Regulation in Thailand

 

Picture courtesy: Khaosod

 

Thailand’s Public Health Ministry revealed that 70% of Thai citizens agree with setting a minimum threshold of one methamphetamine pill for initiating legal proceedings, while 30% prefer a zero-tolerance approach. The Ministry insists that this threshold is crucial for effective law enforcement and streamlined judicial processes.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329250-strong-public-support-for-meth-regulation-in-thailand/

 

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Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Recovers from Covid

 

Thaksin Shinawatra. File photo

 

Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra has announced his recovery from Covid-19 as he braces himself for a trial on charges of insulting the monarchy. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329251-former-thai-prime-minister-thaksin-recovers-from-covid/

 

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PM's Affidavit Prepped for Court in Impeachment Saga

 

Srettha Thavisin. (AP Photo/Sakchai Lalit)

 

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has confirmed today that he has officially signed an affidavit defending himself against an impeachment lawsuit. The document, prepared by Srettha's legal team, was submitted to the Constitutional Court earlier this morning.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329252-pms-affidavit-prepped-for-court-in-impeachment-saga/

 

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Power move: Energy Ministry to introduce National Energy Plan
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of The Nation

The Energy Ministry announced yesterday that it is gearing up to unveil the National Energy Plan 2024 in September. This comprehensive strategy promises to revolutionise Thailand’s energy landscape with the introduction of nuclear plants and a pledge to cap electricity costs at under 4 baht per unit.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329254-power-move-energy-ministry-to-introduce-national-energy-plan/

 

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Police Hold Meeting with Bar Guards Following Viral Brawl Involving Foreign Tourists
By Aim Tanakorn

 

Police from the Chonburi Provincial Police, Banglamung District, and Pattaya City held a meeting this week with security guards from entertainment venues in Pattaya to address concerns about tourist safety following a recent incident in which two foreign tourists were brutally assaulted by security guards.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329256-police-hold-meeting-with-bar-guards-following-viral-brawl-involving-foreign-tourists/

 

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Land Dept Revises Guidelines for Foreign Ownership of Land
 

 

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The Land Department has recently updated the criteria regarding foreign ownership of land in Thailand.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329259-land-dept-revises-guidelines-for-foreign-ownership-of-land/

 

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Election Commission unanimously agrees on senator selection

by Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of Thai PBS World

All seven election commissioners have unanimously agreed to proceed with the district-level selection of senators tomorrow, despite looming legal uncertainties.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329192-ec-to-clarify-court-ruling-impact-before-sunday-senate-elections/?do=findComment&comment=18975963

 

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3,900 Thai community radio stations to cease under new digital scheme
by George Anderssen 

 

The end of broadcasts from nearly 3,900 community radio stations in Thailand

Approximately 3,900 community radio stations will be forced to cease broadcasting after this year due to the transition from analogue to a licensing regime and a digital audio broadcasting (DAB) scheme.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329266-3900-thai-community-radio-stations-to-cease-under-new-digital-scheme/

 

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Chinese tourist missing in Thailand, 25 million baht ransom
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

A Chinese tourist has gone missing while vacationing in Thailand, with her father receiving a ransom demand of 25 million baht for her release.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329267-chinese-tourist-missing-in-thailand-25-million-baht-ransom/

 

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Thai car sales plunge; luxury market hit amid economic woes
by George Anderss

PHOTO: The Mercedes-Benz Model EQS

 

Mercedes-Benz (Thailand) reports a significant decrease in domestic car sales, affecting even the typically robust premium car sector. The struggling Thai economy and banks’ stricter auto lending policies due to high household debt, are impacting car manufacturers across all sectors. This includes the luxury market, which generally leverages higher purchasing power.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329268-thai-car-sales-plunge-luxury-market-hit-amid-economic-woes/

 

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Thailand goes green: Major push for sustainable tourism unveiled
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal 

 

Photo courtesy of TTG Asia

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has launched an ambitious plan to boost sustainable tourism, revealed at the Thailand Travel Mart Plus (TTM+) 2024, held from June 5 to 7 in Phang Nga.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1329270-thailand-goes-green-major-push-for-sustainable-tourism-unveiled/

 

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