THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Wednesday 5 March 2025

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Pheu Thai Rescued as Election Commission Dismisses Dissolution Bid

 

Picture courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

In a significant political development, Thailand's Pheu Thai Party has surmounted an attempt to dissolve it, as the Election Commission (EC) decided against pursuing a petition that claimed misconduct in a local electoral matter last year. The matter in question revolved around the party's decision to nominate a controversial candidate embroiled in a corruption case.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1353609-pheu-thai-rescued-as-election-commission-dismisses-dissolution-bid/

 

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Thailand Deports Uyghurs Despite International Asylum Offers

 

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Thailand has deported 48 Uyghurs to China, turning down asylum offers from the US, Canada, and Australia. This decision, reported by Reuters, took place despite a decade-long detention period and concerns from UN human rights experts about the safety of these ethnic minorities.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1353639-thailand-deports-uyghurs-despite-international-asylum-offers/

 

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DHL Drives Thailand's Growth with Bold 2030 Strategy

 

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In a significant move, DHL has announced its Strategy 2030 for Thailand, emphasizing electric vehicles (EVs), spare parts services, and cross-border e-commerce. DHL's plan aims to make Thailand a key regional hub for global trade, boosting the Asia-Pacific supply chain.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1353641-dhl-drives-thailands-growth-with-bold-2030-strategy/

 

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Thailand Weighs Designated Drinking Zones for Tourists

 

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Thailand is considering creating designated zones for alcohol consumption to cater to certain tourists, a move highlighted by the Public Health Minister. With an expected 35 million visitors this year, the government aims to enhance the tourist experience without conflicting with religious principles.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1353642-thailand-weighs-designated-drinking-zones-for-tourists/

 

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AIS Takes Lead in Cleaning Up Thailand's Messy Power Poles

 

 

AIS is making a strong push to clean up Thailand's cluttered power poles, aiming to boost public safety and city aesthetics. Teaming up with the Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA), AIS sent engineers to Rayong's Ban Chang district to organize and clear telecommunications cables from power poles.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1353643-ais-takes-lead-in-cleaning-up-thailands-messy-power-poles/

 

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Thai Call-Center Scam Suspects Face 12-Day Detention

 

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Ninety-three Thai citizens have been brought back from Cambodia after their arrest during police raids on call-center scams in Poipet. On Wednesday morning, cybercrime police escorted these individuals to the Criminal Court to seek approval for extending their detention by 12 more days.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1353644-thai-call-center-scam-suspects-face-12-day-detention/

 

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Flight Disruption Alert at Don Mueang Airport This Week

 

 

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Travelers heading through Bangkok's Don Mueang Airport should brace for possible flight disruptions due to a Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) air show. The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) and Nok Air recommend checking in at least three hours early on Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday (March 5, 7, and 8).

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1353645-flight-disruption-alert-at-don-mueang-airport-this-week/

 

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Search Continues for Missing American Tourist in Patong Bay

 

 

Patong police are still searching for Nina Ng, a 38-year-old tourist from New York who disappeared five days ago off Patong Bay. Though search efforts have been scaled back, authorities remain committed to finding her. Ng was last seen on February 27, stepping off a jet ski, one kilometer from Patong Beach. She didn't return the jet ski, sparking a search.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1353646-search-continues-for-missing-american-tourist-in-patong-bay/

 

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Vice Governor Leads Road Safety Workshop in Phuket

 

Pictures courtesy of The Phuket News

 

Phuket officials are ramping up efforts to tackle the worrying rise in road accidents. With alarming statistics on the rise, a high-level workshop focused on reducing road fatalities was held on March 4th at the Phuket Provincial Hall.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1353647-vice-governor-leads-road-safety-workshop-in-phuket/

 

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Venomous Snake Found in Ice Pop : A Bizarre Thai Treat?

 

Photo via Facebook/ เรย์แบน นักเลงบุญ ปากท่อ เมืองราชรี

 

In a surprising incident from Ratchaburi, Thailand, a local man discovered a venomous snake frozen inside an ice pop he purchased from a street vendor. Sharing the shocking find on Facebook on March 4, he captioned the images, "The doe-eyed snake, are you dead yet?"

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1353649-venomous-snake-found-in-ice-pop-a-bizarre-thai-treat/

 

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Student Escapes Unharmed as Car Catches Fire on a busy Pathum Thani Road

 

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A 20-year-old university student, identified only as Kritsada, received a shock when his car suddenly caught fire while he was driving home. This dramatic incident happened on March 4th at 6:30 PM, on Phahon Yothin Road in Pathum Thani, creating major traffic problems.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1353651-student-escapes-unharmed-as-car-catches-fire-on-a-busy-pathum-thani-road/

 

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Thailand Sets Record at ITB Berlin 2025 with Massive Exhibit

 

Pictures courtesy of The Nation

 

Thailand is stepping up its game at ITB Berlin 2025, the world's largest travel trade show, with its most significant presence ever. The event will be held from March 4 to 6 in Berlin, Germany, and will feature a record number of 160 Thai tourism operators aiming to capture the European market.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1353652-thailand-sets-record-at-itb-berlin-2025-with-massive-exhibit/

 

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Elderly Guard’s Phone Stolen in Pattaya: Authorities Urged to Act - video

 

Screenshot from Thairath TV YouTube

 

A 68-year-old Pattaya security guard, Somkuan Chitphak, is urging police to take swift action after a thief stole his smartphone during his shift. The incident happened early on February 28 while Somkuan was at his post at a local condominium.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1353657-elderly-guard’s-phone-stolen-in-pattaya-authorities-urged-to-act/

 

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Pattaya Gears Up for Music Fest with Massive Security Force

 

Pictures courtesy of Pattaya Music Festival Facebook

 

Pattaya is all set for its largest music festival in 2025, with tight security plans and road closures in place to ensure crowd safety and manage traffic. Thousands are expected to attend the Pattaya Music Festival, and police are preparing thoroughly.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1353660-pattaya-gears-up-for-music-fest-with-massive-security-force/

 

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Man Arrested in Bangkok for Assaulting Officers with a Shovel

 

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A dramatic arrest unfolded in Bangkok on 3rd March when a 38-year-old man, identified as Kamla, was taken into custody after allegedly assaulting two police officers with a shovel. The incident began with reports of Kamla's public indecency at the end of Soi Sukhumvit 50.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1353662-man-arrested-in-bangkok-for-assaulting-officers-with-a-shovel/

 

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Chinese Man Arrested in Thailand with Fake Passport Amid Scam Crackdown

 

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A Chinese national was detained today at the Ban Khlong Luek Border Checkpoint in Thailand's Sa Kaeo province, accused of entering the country with a forged passport. The arrest is part of Thailand's ongoing efforts to curb call centre scams. Authorities have heightened border inspections to prevent such operations.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1353664-chinese-man-arrested-in-thailand-with-fake-passport-amid-scam-crackdown/

 

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Discover Thailand: AirAsia's Budget Deals on Lesser-Known Routes

 

Photo courtesy of AirAsia Newsroom

 

AirAsia has teamed up with the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) to make domestic travel in Thailand more affordable. The budget airline is offering one-way fares starting from just 880 baht, allowing travellers to explore 16 destinations across four regions of the country. This promotion, available for booking until 9th March, invites tourists to travel between 10th March and 30th September.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1353665-discover-thailand-airasias-budget-deals-on-lesser-known-routes/

 

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Farmers' Class Action vs CPF Approved Amid Environmental Dispute

 

Photo courtesy of Amarin TV

 

A group of farmers has cleared a critical hurdle in their legal campaign against agribusiness titan Charoen Pokphand Foods (CPF), as the South Bangkok Civil Court approved their class action lawsuit yesterday, March 4. This landmark case, addressing claims of environmental harm and adverse effects on livelihoods due to CPF's operations, now moves forward after being consolidated into a single legal process.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1353666-farmers-class-action-vs-cpf-approved-amid-environmental-dispute/

 

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Record-Breaking Kiss Ends in Separation: Thai Couple Splits

 

Photo courtesy of NBC News

 

A Thai couple once known for setting the Guinness World Record for the longest kiss has now ended their decade-long union. Ekkachai and Laksana Tiranarat made headlines in 2013 by kissing for an astonishing 58 hours and 35 minutes at an event in Pattaya. Their feat surpassed their previous record of 46 hours and 24 minutes set in 2011, catapulting them to global fame.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1353667-record-breaking-kiss-ends-in-separation-thai-couple-splits/

 

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Foreign Fare Dispute: Russian Couple Allegedly Dodges Taxi Bill

 

Photo via Facebook/ Phuket Times ภูเก็ตไทม์

 

In a recent incident sparking debate in Thailand, a Thai taxi driver vigorously pursued a Russian couple who allegedly attempted to flee without settling their cab fare in Phuket. Capturing the tense exchange, The Phuket Times showcased images and footage of the confrontation unfolding on March 5th, encapsulating the mounting frustrations over such encounters in the tourist hotspot.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1353668-foreign-fare-dispute-russian-couple-allegedly-dodges-taxi-bill/

 

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Chinese Restaurant Worker Stabs Cambodian in a Cigarette Smoke Dispute - video

 

Screenshots from Amarin TV YouTube

 

In Pattaya, early this morning, a heated argument ended violently when a Chinese restaurant worker allegedly stabbed a Cambodian man. The incident happened at about 2:19 a.m. near Soi Chaloem Phrakiat 4/1 in the Bang Lamung district, Chon Buri province.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1353669-chinese-restaurant-worker-stabs-cambodian-in-a-cigarette-smoke-dispute-video/

 

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