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Thailand Live Saturday 10 August 2024

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The Embassy of the State of Kuwait in the Kingdom of Thailand, under the leadership of His Excellency Ambassador Mohammad Hussain Al-Failakawi, is closely monitoring recent events that took place in Pattaya City. Ambassador Al-Failakawi has emphasised the importance of Kuwaiti citizens strictly adhering to the instructions and guidelines issued by the Embassy, as well as the laws and regulations enforced by the Thai authorities.

 

Kuwaiti Embassy urges citizens to follow Thai Laws

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335100-kuwaiti-embassy-urges-citizens-to-follow-thai-laws/

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Former Members of the Dissolved MFP Form New Political Group: The People's Party

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A new political group called "The People's Party" was launched today by members of the now-disbanded Move Forward Party (MFP). The new party leader is Natthaphong “Teng” Ruengpanyawut, who was the Deputy Secretary-General for the MFP.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335104-former-members-of-the-dissolved-mfp-form-new-political-group-the-peoples-party/

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People’s Party sets sights on 'landslide victory' in next election

 

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Leader of People's Party, Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut, left, with the party's members, talks to reporters during a press conference as they announce the formation of the new political party in Bangkok, Thailand, Friday, Aug. 9, 2024, two days after Thailand’s Move Forward party was dissolved by legal order. (AP Photo/Sakchai Lalit)

 

Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut, elected leader of the newly reformed People’s Party, made a bold declaration today, stating the party’s aim to secure a majority in the 2027 general election and form a “government of changes."

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335131-people’s-party-sets-sights-on-landslide-victory-in-next-election/

 

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Public Donates 4.5 Million Baht to People’s Party in Just Four Hours

 

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Leader of People's Party, Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut, second left, poses with the party members after a press conference as they announced the formation of the new political party in Bangkok, Thailand, Friday, Aug. 9, 2024, two days after Thailand’s Move Forward party was dissolved by legal order. (AP Photo/Sakchai Lalit)

 

In a stunning show of support, members of the public have donated over 4.5 million baht to the People’s Party in a brief span of only four hours today.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335132-public-donates-45-million-baht-to-people’s-party-in-just-four-hours/

 

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Visa-free entry for Chinese nationals has many consequences
By Barry Kenyon
 

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Chinese tourism to Thailand has recovered completely from the covid era.


The Thai government’s decision to encourage visa-free travel for Chinese nationals has certainly boosted their numbers. They are now estimated to be around 35,000 per day as flights increase from more cities in China. The overall volume is either back to pre-covid days or has even surpassed it.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335133-visa-free-entry-for-chinese-nationals-has-many-consequences/

 

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Rising Temperatures Threaten Thailand's Economy, Tourism, and Future

 

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Thailand emits less than 1% of global greenhouse gases but ranks among the top 10 countries most severely impacted by climate change. This stark reality poses significant concerns over the country’s economic stability and long-term viability of its tourism sector.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335140-rising-temperatures-threaten-thailands-economy-tourism-and-future/

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Chonburi Villagers Protest Against Plastic Smelting Factory Over Foul Odors and Wastewater
By Adam Judd

 

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Frustrated by ongoing issues with foul odors and wastewater emissions, more than 100 villagers from Village 3, Nong Hiang Sub-district, and Village 10, Nong Prue Sub-district, gathered to protest in front of a plastic smelting factory in Chonburi Province.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335143-chonburi-villagers-protest-against-plastic-smelting-factory-over-foul-odors-and-wastewater/

 

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Banglamung District Chief Emphasizes Crackdown on Illegal Gambling Dens in Monthly Meeting
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Banglamung, August 9th, 2024– Mr. Wikit Manarojkij, Banglamung District Chief, recently chaired a monthly meeting with village headmen and kamnans at the Sala Prachakom meeting room, Bang Lamung District Office. The focus of the meeting was on the strict enforcement of policies against gambling and drugs.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335144-banglamung-district-chief-emphasizes-crackdown-on-illegal-gambling-dens-in-monthly-meeting/

 

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Thai man admits cutting off penis and killing victim in land dispute
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Police arrested a Thai man for brutally killing another man on a road in the northern province of Kamphaengphet by repeatedly slashing him and cutting off his penis. The murder stemmed from a land dispute.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335147-thai-man-admits-cutting-off-penis-and-killing-victim-in-land-dispute/

 

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Tuk tuk drivers’ street fight goes viral, sparking outrage (video)
by Ryan Turner

 

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A street brawl between two tuk tuk drivers erupted yesterday, drawing significant online attention and criticism. The incident saw the drivers engage in a heated physical altercation, ignoring the desperate pleas of bystanders to stop.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335148-tuk-tuk-drivers’-street-fight-goes-viral-sparking-outrage-video/

 

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Project For a New Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul Facility at U-Tapao 

 

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The EEC (Eastern Economic Corridor)  Office is seeking  for the government to reconsideration its decision and reopen the bidding for the development of a new MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul ) facility at U-Tapao Airport, Rayong.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335149-project-for-a-new-maintenance-repair-and-overhaul-facility-at-u-tapao-airport/

 

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