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Kamronwit wins Pathum Thani PAO mayoral election re-run

 

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Retired Pol Lt Gen Kamronwit Thoopkrajang won the re-run election for mayor of the Pathum Thani Provincial Administrative Organisation (PAO) on Sunday, attracting 187,397 votes against his closest rival, Charn Puangpetch, who received 119,889, according to the unofficial vote count at 8.30pm.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1338906-kamronwit-wins-pathum-thani-pao-mayoral-election-re-run/

 

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Chula university cancels launch of book critical of Thai military

 

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Chulalongkorn University cancelled plans to host a seminar and book launch for a publication by one of its scholars, Doctor Puangthong Pawakapan, which discusses the role of the Thai military. The event, originally scheduled for this upcoming Friday, September 28, has been moved to the Jim Thompson Museum instead of being held on campus as originally planned.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1338907-chula-university-cancels-launch-of-book-critical-of-thai-military/

 

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Thai Military Sees Major Leadership Change in Annual Reshuffle

 

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BANGKOK (23 September) — The Government of Thailand has announced a significant reshuffle within its military, involving the transfer of 808 officers to new posts. The reshuffle includes the appointment of new chiefs for the Royal Thai Army and Royal Thai Navy as current leaders prepare for retirement at the end of this month.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1338908-thai-military-sees-major-leadership-change-in-annual-reshuffle/

 

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Pheu Thai Defends Casino-Entertainment Complex Plan, Eyes GDP Boost

 

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The Pheu Thai Party has stood firm on its proposed casino-entertainment complex project, outlining how it aims to legalise underground gambling and collect substantial tax revenue. In a statement released on their webpage yesterday, 22 September, the party highlighted that such legalisation could contribute to over 50% of Thailand's GDP, thereby significantly bolstering the economy and funding vital sectors like education.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1338909-pheu-thai-defends-casino-entertainment-complex-plan-eyes-gdp-boost/

 

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Pattaya Teens Smash Ad Truck Screens, Driver Suspects Rivalry Plot

 

Photo: The Pattaya News

 

A gang of teenagers in Pattaya smashed LED advertisement screens on a truck with iron rods on 23rd September 2024. The incident occurred near Royal Garden Plaza, with the victim, Mr. Pongsakorn, 41, filing a report at Pattaya Police Station.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1338911-pattaya-teens-smash-ad-truck-screens-driver-suspects-rivalry-plot/