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Former school director shot dead over land dispute in Krabi

 

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A former school director was fatally shot in a palm oil plantation, allegedly by a man angry over a land sale. Police in Krabi’s Khlong Thom district received a report of the incident yesterday.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335702-former-school-director-shot-dead-over-land-dispute-in-krabi/

 

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Thailand aims to make its mark as a global finance hub

 

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Thailand is aiming to position itself as an international finance hub, with plans to enhance five key sectors: banking, insurance, securities, digital assets, and derivatives. This development comes more than two decades after the 1997 Asian financial crisis, with Thailand looking to strengthen its financial infrastructure and elevate its global standing.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335703-thailand-aims-to-make-its-mark-as-a-global-finance-hub/

 

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Unemployment Rate in Thailand Declines, But Unemployment in Bangkok Rises

 

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Unemployment in Thailand has declined overall from May to June, but the unemployment rate in Bangkok has risen, according to a recent survey carried out by the National Statistical Office (NSO).

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335704-unemployment-rate-in-thailand-declines-but-unemployment-in-bangkok-rises/

 

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Taxi Driver Hits Security Guard Over Illegal U-turn in Nonthaburi

 

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A situation in a Nonthaburi shopping mall developed when a taxi driver performed an illegal U-turn and struck a security guard who warned him against it. The event, which unfolded in Bang Yai, was caught on a dashcam, and the 42-second video was shared on a popular Facebook page.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335705-taxi-driver-hits-security-guard-over-illegal-u-turn-in-nonthaburi/

 

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Van Caught Smuggling Cambodians Across Border in Chanthaburi

 

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On Wednesday, August 14, a van carrying illegal immigrants was stopped by immigration officers in Chanthaburi. These officers, led by Veerayos Karunyathorn, the Deputy Commander of Immigration Division 2, and Sawat Chotiranaphas, the Deputy Commander of Chanthaburi Immigration, were carrying out regular checks on highways and roads to limit illegal immigration activities.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335706-van-caught-smuggling-cambodians-across-border-in-chanthaburi/

 

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Confusion over delayed billion-baht terminal project at Trang Airport

 

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Residents are demanding answers about the postponed opening of the new 1.2 billion baht passenger terminal at Trang International Airport in southern Thailand. The terminal, which was due to be completed and open by April 22, is still unfinished and in a state of disrepair.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335707-confusion-over-delayed-billion-baht-terminal-project-at-trang-airport/

 

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Dead body of a missing father discovered in a water container in Nakhon Ratchasima

 

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The body of a missing father has been discovered in a water tank at his home in Nakhon Ratchasima, causing shock and sadness among his family and the local community.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335708-dead-body-of-a-missing-father-discovered-in-a-water-container-in-nakhon-ratchasima/

 

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Future of 10,000-baht digital wallet in doubt after PM dismissal

 

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Srettha Thavisin’s dismissal as prime minister cast significant doubt over the future of the much-publicised digital wallet scheme, with the ruling Pheu Thai Party and the Cabinet providing conflicting messages about the flagship policy’s direction.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335713-future-of-10000-baht-digital-wallet-in-doubt-after-pm-dismissal/

 

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Delays loom for Thai-Chinese high-speed railway project

 

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In a major transport initiative between Thailand and China, the State Railway of Thailand (SRT) reported that the first phase of the high-speed railway linking Bangkok to Nakhon Ratchasima is around 71% complete. However, it’s trailing behind its scheduled opening in 2028 by around 36%.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335714-delays-loom-for-thai-chinese-high-speed-railway-project/

 

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Illegal Chinese Goods Seized in Kalasin Convoy

 

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Three trucks carrying illegal imports from China worth 20 million baht were intercepted by the police. More than 800 uncertified items were seized. The drivers, who said they were just hired to deliver the goods, were questioned.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335715-illegal-chinese-goods-seized-in-kalasin-convoy/

 

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NHRC Aims to Protect Rawai Beach Land for "Sea Gypsies"

 

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The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) is raising concerns about a hotel project planned for Phuket's Rawai Beach, suggesting it could negatively affect the indigenous Moken community. Often known as "sea gypsies", the Moken people have lived on this land for generations, with their claim predating that of a property company.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335716-nhrc-aims-to-protect-rawai-beach-land-for-sea-gypsies/

 

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