Thailand Video News: Thai MP Proposes Legalising Pornography and Sex Toy Industries

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The transcription below provides a summary of news from Thailand and Southeast Asia featured in the Good Morning Thailand program, hosted by Alex. The news stories range from a Thai MP proposing the legalization of the pornography and sex toy industries to the USS Blue Ridge visiting Vietnam's Cam Ranh Bay.

 

1. Thai MP Proposes Legalising Pornography and Sex Toy Industries:

Move Forward Party MP Taopiphop Limjittrakorn has proposed legalizing the pornography and sex toy industries in Thailand by amending Section 287 of the Criminal Law. The bill, shared on Twitter, would allow legal work for sex content creators over 20 years old and prohibit violent content. Taopiphop argues the current ban violates constitutional rights and that legalization could benefit the economy. Reactions on social media are mixed. Another MFP MP, Wiroj Lakkhanaadisorn, will propose a bill for more military spending transparency.

 

2. British Yoga Teacher Stranded at Bangkok Airport:

British yoga teacher Rosie Viscomi was stranded at Suvarnabhumi Airport due to a 1cm tear in her passport. The 27-year-old faced visa issues and feared arrest after IndiGo Airlines refused her passage, requiring a direct flight to London. Her family set up a fundraising page, raising £280 of the £1,000 target. She has now secured a new flight and emergency travel documents to return to England on July 9.

 

3. Thailand Endorses New Senate:

Thailand's Election Commission has endorsed 200 new senators, replacing the military-appointed upper house. The new senate will vet laws and appoint key officials but not vote on the prime minister. This change could challenge Pheu Thai party's governance. The shift marks a gain for Bhumjaithai, reducing the influence of Thaksin Shinawatra's Pheu Thai. This could impede Pheu Thai's promise to revise the military-drafted constitution.

 

4. Minor Earthquake Shakes Koh Samui:

A 2.0 magnitude earthquake shook Koh Samui at 12:14 am on July 10, causing residents in Bo Phut to feel the tremors. The quake was at a depth of 1 kilometre. Another 2.2 magnitude quake was reported in Chiang Mai the previous evening. The Thai Meteorological Department is monitoring closely. No damage or injuries were reported.

 

5. Koh Nang Yuan Enforces No-Plastic Policy:

Visitors to Koh Nang Yuan are prohibited from bringing plastic items or styrofoam boxes to protect the island's coral reefs. This policy aims to preserve its natural beauty and marine life. The island provides water in glass bottles with disposal instructions. The ban on single-use plastics has significantly aided in the recovery of the coral reefs.

 

6. Python Found in Company Bathroom:

A 4.5-meter python was found on the roof of a bathroom at a Chachoengsao company. The snake had previously bitten an employee, requiring nearly 40 stitches. Rescue workers captured the python after breaking through the ceiling. The employee, Chalermphon, recounted his earlier encounter with the snake and called for help, ensuring a swift capture.

 

7. Fireworks Explode in Philippines, Injuring 27:

At least 27 people, including 19 police and government personnel, were injured when confiscated illegal fireworks exploded in Zamboanga, Philippines. The blast damaged houses, hotels, and the Zamboanga International Airport. Two victims are in serious condition. The explosion occurred during a planned controlled detonation by police explosives experts, highlighting ongoing issues with illegal fireworks.

 

8. Suicide Rates Surge in Malaysia:

Malaysia has seen a surge in suicides, with 4,440 cases since 2019. Men are four times more likely to die by suicide than women. The Chinese community is hardest hit, followed by foreigners, Indians, and Malays. Suicides increased from 609 cases in 2019 to over 1,000 annually since 2021. Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi attributes this rise to social and economic changes. The National Mental Health Crisis Line received over 48,900 calls from October 2022 to June 2023.

 

9. USS Blue Ridge Visits Vietnam's Cam Ranh Bay:

The USS Blue Ridge, flagship of the U.S. Seventh Fleet, visited Vietnam’s Cam Ranh Bay, marking a significant step in U.S.-Vietnam relations. Accompanied by the U.S. Coast Guard cutter Waesche, the ship carried over 1,000 personnel. During the five-day visit, U.S. naval personnel will engage with Vietnamese officials and military units. This visit follows the establishment of a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the two nations last year.

 

[Captain Monday]

It will take Thailand a while to catch up with Tokyo and San Fernando Valley but there would be plenty of opportunities for developers of local content.
 

 maybe some new ideas not just rehashing old scripts.