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Is 1 million baht enough to retire in Thailand?
Just live off your wealthy educated Chinese wife. -
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Chinese Driver in High-Speed Collision Wreaks Havoc in Pattaya
Some are trying to escape a likely lynching..... -
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Masked Men Set Fire to Melbourne Synagogue in Outrageous Act Of Hate, 2 Hurt
Brian we don’t know who the perpetrators are, we know they are clearly dangerous antisemites. No need for the BBC or anyone else to be blamed. There is absolutely no excuse for any hate crimes, antisemitic hate crimes included, nor for hate driven acts of arson. The blame resides with the perpetrators. I hope they are quickly identified, charged, tried and given the stiff sentences they clearly deserve. Make a swift example of them before this filth spreads. -
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Electric Vehicles in Thailand
Thanks, I'll check with BYD. What do I look for on Lazada: Home EV Car Charger? I do plan to put solar into our place, but the whole 3 phase installation and re-routing of cables won't happen for a few months. -
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Warning issued on eve of White Lotus series in Thailand - video
This tantalizing text tidbit triggers hormone tantrums twixt thalamus and thyroid: a storm of endorphins and adrenalin racing down my veins, pulling me hither and yon, leaving me exhausted, but fulfilled, and proving again that AI is mightier than the sword... -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Saturday 7 December 2024
Foreign Pilot Approval Raises Concerns for Thai Aviation A contentious decision by the Thai government to temporarily allow foreign pilots to fly domestic routes is sparking debate within the country's aviation sector. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1345580-foreign-pilot-approval-raises-concerns-for-thai-aviation/ -
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Foreign Pilot Approval Raises Concerns for Thai Aviation
File photo courtesy: Wikipedia A contentious decision by the Thai government to temporarily allow foreign pilots to fly domestic routes is sparking debate within the country's aviation sector. This policy, based on wet lease contracts, has been introduced ostensibly to address a purported pilot shortage as Thailand eagerly anticipates a boom in tourism. However, the Thai Pilots Association argues that this measure might inadvertently undermine the local pilot community and related industries. The cabinet's recent move grants foreign pilots the right to operate within Thailand for a six-month period. Teerawat Angkasakulkiat, president of the Thai Pilots Association, is challenging this decision, asserting that it contravenes existing laws. "Pilot" is listed among occupations barred to foreigners, and Mr. Teerawat insists that there is, in fact, no shortage of local pilots to justify the measure. Statistics from the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand bolster his claim; as of 2023, the nation boasted 3,024 commercial pilots. During the downturn caused by the pandemic, roughly 1,026 pilots faced layoffs, yet more than 1,200 freshly licensed commercial pilot school graduates are in queue for employment, awaiting opportunities within domestic airlines. Mr. Teerawat warns that the influx of foreign pilots could discourage young Thais from pursuing careers in aviation, potentially leading them towards other occupations deemed more secure. This shift could weaken Thailand's standing and competitiveness in the global aviation marketplace. A deep dive into the implications reveals further layers of concern. The Thai Pilot's Association contends that the decision deviates from the national labour strategy, particularly a segment focused on future industries. Moreover, the association is apprehensive about possible ripple effects in related sectors, including agriculture, where foreign operation of drones may become feasible. In response, Mr. Teerawat is urging the Transport Ministry to restrict Thai airlines from engaging in such wet lease contracts unless the governing regulations align with international standards set by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). The current framework does not reflect ICAO’s Universal Safety Oversight Audit Program’s protocols, and with Thailand's scheduled ICAO audit slated for the third quarter next year, there is a real risk of receiving another red flag, echoing the country's 2015 experience. The debate is a pivotal one, spotlighting the tensions between short-term economic strategy and long-term industry stability. It remains to be seen how the Thai government will balance these competing priorities in the face of mounting industry pressure and international scrutiny. -- 2024-12-07 -
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Is 1 million baht enough to retire in Thailand?
On Thursday he was commenting on older condo buildings, so would seem to have enough knowledge and experience of Thailand to answer his own question.
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