Paetongtarn Shinawatra Becomes Thailand's Prime Minister

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The transcription below presents news stories from Thailand and Southeast Asia, covered on Good Morning Thailand, hosted by Alex. Topics range from Thailand's new Prime Minister, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, to Indonesia celebrating Independence Day in its future capital, Nusantara.

 

1. Paetongtarn Shinawatra Becomes Thailand's Prime Minister:

Paetongtarn Shinawatra has been endorsed as Thailand's new Prime Minister, replacing her predecessor ousted by the Constitutional Court. At 37, she is the youngest and second female PM, leading a coalition including military parties. Her focus will be on economic stimulus, healthcare, and promoting Thai culture while maintaining independence despite her father Thaksin Shinawatra's influence. Thaksin recently received royal amnesty after returning from exile.

 

2. Prawit Wongsuwan Faces Legal Trouble After Assaulting Journalist:

Palang Pracharath Party leader Prawit Wongsuwan may face imprisonment after assaulting a journalist who questioned him about the new PM. Prawit skipped the PM selection meeting, attending an event with Thai Olympic athletes instead, and lashed out when asked about it. This incident highlights tensions between Palang Pracharath and Pheu Thai parties. If charged, Prawit could face up to two years in prison and a fine.

 

3. Phuket Shooting Results in Death of 15-Year-Old Myanmar Girl:

A 15-year-old Myanmar girl, Namphueng, was tragically killed in a shooting in Phuket. She was in a pickup truck when two suspects on a motorbike fired a shotgun, hitting her in the head. Police are hunting the suspects, reviewing CCTV footage, and gathering witness statements to bring them to justice.

 

4. Worker Crushed to Death by Hydraulic Baler in Samut Prakan:

A 34-year-old Myanmar worker, Hein Naung Oo, died after being crushed by a hydraulic baler at a recycling warehouse in Samut Prakan. Despite desperate cries for help, he was pronounced dead at the scene. Police are investigating, with the body sent for an autopsy to confirm the cause of death.

 

5. Misunderstanding Over Clogged Drain Leads to Stabbing:

In Phatthalung, a misunderstanding over a clogged drain led to a stabbing. Suchart Abdulloh, 45, was stabbed by his neighbour Pong, 23, who mistakenly took Suchart's complaints personally. Suchart is in stable condition, while police search for Pong, who fled the scene.

 

6. Malaysia Introduces Adopt-an-Orangutan Plan for Palm Oil Importers:

Malaysia launched an "adopt-an-orangutan" plan for palm oil importers to support conservation efforts without relocating the animals. Funds will go to NGOs and the Sabah government for habitat preservation. This replaces a controversial proposal to send orangutans abroad as gifts.

 

7. Philippine Senator Faces Backlash Over ‘Sexual Rights’ Comments:

Philippine Senator Robin Padilla faced backlash for asking if husbands have "sexual rights" over their wives during a sexual harassment hearing. His remarks sparked outrage, with critics condemning them as outdated. Human rights lawyer Lorna Kapunan emphasized that "no means no," reigniting discussions on gender equality in the Philippines.

 

8. Indonesia Celebrates Independence Day in Future Capital Nusantara:

Indonesia marked its Independence Day for the first time in the future capital, Nusantara. Despite ongoing construction and funding challenges, President Joko Widodo and his successor Prabowo Subianto attended the scaled-down celebration. The development of Nusantara on Borneo Island is a key part of Widodo's legacy.