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Thailand Live Monday 3 Jan 2011

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Thailand Live Monday 3 January 2011

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Activists to rally at border, demanding release of Thai detainees

BANGKOK: -- Thailand Patriot Network (TPN) representatives on Sunday gathered at Government House to protest the case of seven Thais detained in Cambodia and announce their plans to rally at the Thai-Cambodian border in Sa Kaeo on Tuesday, aiming to pressure the neighbouring country to release the group.

Chaiwat Sinsuwong and Karun Sai-ngam on Sunday led the civil society activists to gather at the gate of Government House to issue a proclamation on the case of the seven Thais alleged to have trespassed on Cambodian territory last week.

The activists said that the seven Thai nationals who are detained in Prey Sar prison did not intrude onto Cambodian soil but were nonetheless captured by the Cambodian military on charges of illegal entry.

The seven, including Democrat Party member of parliament Panich Vikitsreth, and members of the so-called 'Yellow Shirt' People's Alliance for Democracy (PAD) protest movement, were charged by the Phnom Penh Court with illegal entry and illegally entering a military base along the border, crimes carrying penalties of up to six months and one year, respectively.

To support the announcement, the activists displayed documents showing the border area at Boundary Marker No. 46, where the seven Thais were detained by Cambodia, is located in Thai territory and belongs to a Thai villager who has paid land tax to the Thai authorities.

In addition, Mr Karun also displayed Thai residents’ land deeds showing that several plots of land were possessed during 1944-1952 and claimed that the land currently was occupied by the Cambodian military. He said that Sa Kaeo’s Khok Soong Land Office cannot measure and survey these areas.

In case of Democrat MP Panich Vikitsreth, in his capacity as a member of the joint House and Senate panel to examine the three memos provided by the Joint Boundary Commission (JBC), was also apprehended while inspecting areas where local residents complained that their rice fields were occupied by Cambodian soldiers for about two months and that their complaints have been ignored by concerned agencies.

As scheduled, the Thailand Patriot Network will gather at Government House Monday at noon to demand that Cambodia free the Thai detainees. TPN will rally and speak at a Thai village border area at Boundary Marker No. 46 on Tuesday. (MCOT online news)

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Their Majesties make merit

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Marking two years since the death of Her Royal Highness Princess Galyani Vadhana, Their Majesties the King and Queen yesterday hold a religious ceremony at Siriraj Hospital to make merit for the late princess, as well as Prince Songkhla and the Princess Mother, the late parents of His Majesty.

Also attending the ceremony were HRH Princess Chulabhorn Valayalaksana, on a wheelchair, and HRH Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn.

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Northern bus terminals packed with crowds returning to BKK after long holiday; traffic paralysed in Nakhon Sawan, some northeastern routes /MCOT

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AOT: Aviation business to grow by 8-12% in 2011

BANGKOK, 3 January 2011 (NNT) - The Airports of Thailand (AOT) has estimated that the aviation business would grow by 8-12% in 2011, compared to last year’s, as a result of global economic recovery and more Chinese tourists traveling in the region.

According to Kongsak Hiranpruek, the Chairman of the Airline Operators Committee (AOC), many foreign travelers are expected to resume their planned visit to Thailand in 2011. The AOC represents international airlines operating out of Suvarnabhumi International Airport.

He further stated that the only worrying factor was domestic political problems given gatherings of certain groups were still going on quite often after the emergency had been lifted. Contrary to what had been claimed, the increasing oil prices would not have that much impact on the industry, said Mr Kongsak.

Many airlines have been urging the government to decide on the use of Don Muang Airport, suggesting that as Thailand is a single-airport country,Don Muang should be used as a repair center for private and chartered planes and small jets without delay.

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Ongart believes at least 30 Bangkok MPs will be Democrats after 2011 election

BANGKOK, 3 January 2011 (NNT) - Prime Minister’s Office Minister Ongart Klampaiboon is confident that his Democrat Party will pick up at least 30 seats in Bangkok in the next general election expected to be held later this year.

Speaking as a Democrat’s Bangkok MP, Mr Ongart said the House would likely be dissolved after May this year, by which time the constitutional amendment would have been completed. As for the preparation for the general election, the Minister believed the Democrat MPs could easily hold on to the number seats in Bangkok as the party's current MPs would be contesting in the next election.

He said at least 30 Bangkok MPs would come from his party, citing the Party’ populist policy was aimed at assisting the poor in the capital, such as street vendors, motorcycle taxis, and self-employed people.

As for the establishment of the New Politics Party, Mr Ongart did not think it would take away votes from the Democrat Party.

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3 troops injured in Narathiwat ambush

Narathiwat - Three troops were injured when insurgents detonated a bomb to ambush their unit in this southern border province Monday morning.

The attack occurred on the Joh I Rong-Paphai Road in Luboh village inTambon Juab of Joh I Rong district at 6:55 am.

The three injured troops were identified as Cpl Watcharasak Kongsilp, 27, Pvt Sakariya Daemoh, 22 and Pvt Samri Buaraheng, 23.

Police said Watcharasak was leading five troops on three motorcycles to the Joh I Rong railway station to guard it when they were ambushed. Insurgents detonated a homemade bomb and opene fire at them. The two sides exchanged gunfire for about five minutes before the insurgents retreated.

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Senate Speaker: Election should be held in April or May

BANGKOK, 3 January 2011 (NNT) - Senate Speaker Prasopsuk Boondej says the next general election should take place in April or May thanks to the easing up of the political situation in Thailand.

Talking about the Thai political direction in 2011, the Senate Speaker said over the past years the Thai politics have faced many problems, severely affecting the economy and foreign confidence. The political situation has now eased out, and foreigners have regained confidence; given a large number of travelers have been visiting Thailand despite the emergency decree’s being enforced for over six months.

The Upper House Speaker also suggested everyone in the society forget the past and look forward, believing the political situation could be even better after the general election. Although admitting that only the Prime Minister had a say on when the election should be held, Prasopsuk added that April and May would be the best time for it.

Mr Prasopsuk said As for the House dissolution, Mr Prasopsuk said the power to do so rested with the Premier, who must assess the overall situation making sure that political campaigns could be held freely and safely in all regions before dissolving the House and holding the general election.

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Rino makes speedy recovery

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Rino recently enjoyed a day at Underwater World in Pattaya.

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BANGKOK TRAFFIC INFO:

Bangkok's central railway station Hua Lamphong, Mo Chit bus terminal crowded with New Year's travellers returning after long holiday. /MCOT

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