.png.3b3332cc2256ad0edbc2fe9404feeef0.png.8488ab72b8bb2e508209bfe3211b6e08.png)
.thumb.jpg.3ee24d9400fb02605ea21bc13b1bf901.jpg)
-
Recently Browsing 0 members
- No registered users viewing this page.
Announcements
-
Topics
-
-
Popular Contributors
-
1
-
2
-
3
-
4
-
5
-
-
Latest posts...
-
11
THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Friday 31 January 2025
Thailand Launches 'Seal Stop Safe' Anti-Drug Campaign Picture courtesy: AMARIN TV On Thursday, Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra spearheaded the launch of the "Seal Stop Safe" anti-drug initiative. The campaign aims to curb drug trafficking across 51 border districts in 14 provinces, with the government setting a six-month target to see tangible results. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1350374-thailand-launches-seal-stop-safe-anti-drug-campaign/ -
0
Thailand Launches 'Seal Stop Safe' Anti-Drug Campaign
Picture courtesy: AMARIN TV On Thursday, Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra spearheaded the launch of the "Seal Stop Safe" anti-drug initiative. The campaign aims to curb drug trafficking across 51 border districts in 14 provinces, with the government setting a six-month target to see tangible results. At the heart of the program is the prevention and suppression of drugs, a priority outlined by Ms Paetongtarn during the event at Government House's Santi Maitri building. She emphasised that the eradication of drugs is crucial for unlocking the true potential of the Thai populace. Commencing next month, the campaign will persist until the end of July, honing in on high-risk districts identified by the Office of the Narcotics Control Board (ONCB). Altogether, 76 police stations within these zones will participate, with military units and officials collaborating to staunch the flow of illegal substances into Thailand. Ms Paetongtarn assured that those displaying exceptional dedication to this mission would receive enhanced welfare benefits. Deputy Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai highlighted the challenge at hand. Thailand's many natural entry points for traffickers necessitate a reinforced prevention strategy as border officials can't manage them all effectively. Should the situation fail to improve in the stipulated time, he indicated that more stringent measures would be implemented. Picture courtesy: AMARIN TV Recent reports underscore the urgency. Thailand has seen a marked uptick in drug inflows, particularly from neighbouring Myanmar, where organised crime groups have partnered with militias and rebels to establish vast "super labs" in Shan and Kachin states. In the initial eight months of 2024 alone, authorities in Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, and Mae Hong Son confiscated 346 million methamphetamine pills—a staggering 172% increase over all of 2023's seizures. Additionally, crystal methamphetamine seizures rose by 39% in the same areas, totalling 6.48 tonnes, while heroin seizures reached 327 kilograms, nearly seven times the previous year's tally. Despite these efforts, methamphetamine prices on Thai streets have decreased, hinting at the substantial quantities still eluding law enforcement. As of 2024, a methamphetamine tablet costs about 25 to 30 baht, a steep drop from 200 baht a decade ago. According to National Police Chief Kittharath Punpetch, drug trafficking patterns remain unchanged, with narcotics crossing borders into Thailand before being distributed throughout the country. He pledged that police would coordinate closely with military forces, boosting checkpoint numbers in identified problem zones to intensify checks and control efforts, reported Amarin TV and Bangkok Post. -- 2025-01-31 -
5
Overstay and fly back home.
You have done your homework and i hope you manage to exit as planned. It must have been stressful avoiding immigration for so long perhaps however not as stressfull as reporting and jumping through immigration directives from a rural location. Good luck -
0
Major Online Pricing Error Sees 20,000 Orders for Discounted Shoes
File picture for reference only. A well-known Bangkok based footwear brand, Hello Polo, has made headlines after an online pricing mistake saw thousands of customers snap up shoes at an unbelievably low price. The company has confirmed that despite the error, all orders will be honoured. With online shopping now the preferred choice for many consumers, competitive promotions and discounts are commonplace. However, pricing mistakes can sometimes occur, leading to either exorbitantly high prices or, in this case, a shockingly low bargain. Hello Polo, a popular brand specialising in rubber footwear, mistakenly priced several shoe models on Shopee, at just 3 baht instead of their usual price of 179 baht. As a result, over 20,000 pairs were ordered, leading to financial losses running into millions of baht. Despite the substantial losses, Hello Polo has pledged to fulfil all orders rather than cancelling them. The company released an official statement, saying: “Dear Valued Customers, We sincerely apologise for the pricing error on some of our products listed on Shopee, including models HP8009, HP8035, and HP8037. The regular price of 175 baht was mistakenly set at just 3 baht, leading to an unexpected surge of over 20,000 orders, which has caused significant financial impact on our company. However, in the spirit of integrity and customer appreciation, Hello Polo will honour all orders at the listed price. We deeply value the support and understanding of our customers and are committed to providing the best possible shopping experience. If you have any questions, please contact us via our chat service. Best regards, Hello Polo” The company also assured customers that it would improve its internal pricing controls to prevent similar incidents in the future. Many customers took to social media to praise Hello Polo’s decision, applauding the company’s commitment to fairness. Others saw it as a marketing triumph, with the brand now receiving widespread attention and goodwill. While pricing mistakes can be costly, Hello Polo’s swift and customer-friendly response has cemented its reputation as a trustworthy and ethical brand in the competitive e-commerce market. -- 2025-01-31 -
19
Pete Hegseth’s First Mandate as Defense Secretary: “Put America First”
Johnnie Walker is an Un-American drink. Some would say drinking a foreign drink at the expense of American whiskey makers is unpatriotic -
1
Ambulance Crashes into Motorbike, Killing Two in Roi Et
Darwinism is still alive and kicking....
-
-
Popular in The Pub
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now