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Report Thaksin's Prison Probe: Supreme Court Inquiry Launches June 13
Picture courtesy of Thailand Court Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra is set to attend a Supreme Court inquiry on June 13. This inquiry will explore allegations that his jail sentence may not have been properly enforced. The announcement comes from Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, Thaksin's daughter, confirming her father's participation during their Monday meeting. This contradicts prior statements from Thaksin's lawyer, Winyat Chartmontri, who suggested that a written defence would be submitted instead of a personal appearance. The inquiry follows a controversial decision by the Medical Council of Thailand (MCT), which is pursuing disciplinary action against three doctors involved in Thaksin's care at the Police General Hospital (PGH). The MCT's focus is on reassessing the authenticity of Thaksin's medical condition that permitted his extended hospital stay outside prison walls. Paetongtarn reaffirmed yesterday that her father had serious health issues which necessitated continuous medical treatment from abroad until he returned to Thailand for his prison sentence. Thaksin's saga began when he returned to Thailand after years of self-imposed exile and faced an eight-year prison sentence. However, this sentence was reduced to one year through royal clemency. On August 22, 2023, Thaksin, citing health problems, was transferred from custody to the PGH. He stayed there until being paroled in February last year, sparking widespread public debate about whether he received preferential treatment. Public interest in this case is high, given Thaksin's prominent political status and the implications of the Court's findings. This judicial inquiry seeks to ensure the credibility of Thailand's legal system by evaluating whether due processes were compromised during Thaksin's prison term. The outcome could have significant political repercussions and influence public confidence in the judicial system's integrity. In summary, Thaksin Shinawatra's forthcoming court inquiry raises serious questions about the enforcement of his prison sentence and whether prolonged medical treatment was justified. The findings of the Supreme Court could affect perceptions of fairness and equality in Thailand's legal proceedings. Adapted by ASEAN Now from Bangkok Post 2025-05-14 -
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Thai wife is a western trained nurse - would international hospitals hire her?
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Wednesday 14 May 2025
Chiang Mai Named Safest City in ASEAN for 2025 Chiang Mai Moat. Picture courtesy of Wikipedia. Chiang Mai has been recognised as the safest city in ASEAN for 2025, according to Numbeo. The city topped the list which evaluated crime levels and feelings of safety both day and night. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1360603-chiang-mai-named-safest-city-in-asean-for-2025/ -
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Watch This Journalist Dismantle Israeli Propaganda
I have never met anyone who is anti- Israel who isn’t also antisemitic. Why don’t these people care about Hamas slaughtering members of the PLO nor do they care when Muslims slaughter Muslims. Nor indeed about Muslims slaughtering Christians both in Egypt and Africa They care about only one thing. -
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Will you be getting boosted now that Covid is back in the headlines in Thailand?
I'd give just about anything to go back and undo my 2nd Pfizer. I still haven't recovered my balance or full feeling on the left side of my face, and probably never will. So I'd have to be an idiot to get another.
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