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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Saturday 15 February 2025
Airport Smoking Room Debate: Health Minister Holds Off on Decision PIcture courtesy: The Thaiger Airports of Thailand Plc (AoT) is pushing for the reinstallation of smoking rooms within international terminals, yet this proposal has hit a pause as Public Health Minister Somsak Thepsutin takes a cautious approach. His recent remarks suggest a thorough review is necessary before any definitive decision is made. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1351822-airport-smoking-room-debate-health-minister-holds-off-on-decision/ -
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Airport Smoking Room Debate: Health Minister Holds Off on Decision
PIcture courtesy: The Thaiger Airports of Thailand Plc (AoT) is pushing for the reinstallation of smoking rooms within international terminals, yet this proposal has hit a pause as Public Health Minister Somsak Thepsutin takes a cautious approach. His recent remarks suggest a thorough review is necessary before any definitive decision is made. Currently, a working group under the Public Health Ministry is assessing the potential impact of reinstating smoking rooms at Thailand's international airports. This group is yet to deliver a conclusive report, as there is no specific deadline set for the completion of their analysis. Minister Somsak emphasised the need to address this complex issue meticulously before reaching any resolution. He also hinted that instead of reintroducing smoking rooms, authorities could double fines for those caught smoking in public spaces, including airports. Presently, offenders may face penalties up to 5,000 Thai Baht for smoking in prohibited areas. The restoration of smoking areas is a contentious topic. The Airports of Thailand, which manages hubs such as Suvarnabhumi, Don Mueang, and several regional airports, cites passenger complaints as a driving force behind their proposal. AoT President Kirati Kijmanawat has raised concerns about the hazards of unauthorized smoking within airport facilities, including the potential for fire risks. He points out that airports like Singapore's Changi and Japan's Narita provide designated smoking zones, which AoT believes should be a model for Thailand to consider. However, anti-smoking advocates, including Action on Smoking and Health Foundation Thailand, oppose the reintroduction of smoking rooms. They argue that passengers' health and welfare should take precedence, highlighting a list of major international airports, like Chicago O’Hare and Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson, that maintain smoke-free environments. Further, they cite the stance of the United Nations Human Rights Council, which recognises a clean environment as a fundamental human right. Public Health Minister Somsak underscores the importance of balancing public health with potential economic benefits to tourism. He indicates that any steps forward must align with Thailand's commitments to environmental rights and health standards. The outcome remains uncertain, with Minister Somsak's approach focusing on a comprehensive study to ensure that Thailand’s public health policies serve both the nation’s citizens and its global visitors. The decision, when it comes, will reflect the broader values of health, safety, and quality of experience for all airport users, reported Bangkok Post. -- 2025-02-15 -
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USAID - Dems in full delusional mode as usual
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Promising Student Dies in Collision with Cement Truck
Picture from responders. A bright young vocational student lost his life in a motorcycle crash after colliding with a cement truck in Amphawa district, Samut Songkhram. The student, Ananda Khiewkalae, 20, was riding his motorbike to check on coursework before the term break when the fatal collision occurred. Police from Yisarn Police Station and emergency responders arrived at the crash scene on Khlong Khut Lek–Plai Phongphang Road. They found Ananda’s body lying in the middle of the road, still wearing his college uniform from Amphawa Vocational College. His injuries included a fractured skull and a deep wound on his right hip. Nearby, his red-and-black Honda Wave motorcycle was badly damaged. The other vehicle involved was a white and yellow cement mixer truck, driven by Pairoj 46. He remained at the scene and told police that he was leaving a cement factory en route to Lat Yai when Ananda’s motorcycle crashed into the back of his truck. However, as officers inspected the scene, Ananda’s father and relatives rushed forward in anger, attempting to physically confront the truck driver. They accused him of failing to yield to the motorcycle, despite seeing it approaching. The situation became so tense that an ambulance had to rush Ananda’s father to hospital after he collapsed upon hearing of his son’s death. Arthika Yueiam, one of Ananda’s teachers, described him as an exceptionally responsible and hardworking student. He had consistently earned nearly perfect grades and was ranked first in his class. His plan after graduating Vocational Certificate Level 3 was to continue his studies in automotive bodywork and painting at the Higher Vocational level, aiming for a stable career to support his family. On the day of the crash, Ananda had just completed his final exam and was on his way to double-check his coursework before the semester break. Initial police investigations suggest that the cement truck was leaving the factory just as Ananda was passing, resulting in the high-speed impact. However, his family has now chosen not to pursue further legal action, and his body has been released for Islamic funeral rites. The truck driver, Pairoj, has been taken for further questioning at Yisarn Police Station, and both the truck and motorcycle have been impounded for forensic examination. Authorities will determine whether charges will be filed against the driver. -- 2025-02-15 -
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Is It Just Me, Or Are Thai Staff Getting Ruder By The Day?
Lived in thailand 11 plus years and never had this issue. Maybe both you and thailand have changed?
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