Thailand Live Tuesday 18 Jun 2013

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Thailand's May auto sales volume shrinks 3.5%
By Digital Media

BANGKOK, June 18 - Auto sales volume last month dropped by 3.5 per cent year-on-year for the first time in 17 months, according to Toyota Motor Thailand.

The lower May sales volume fell to 111,848 units as a result of most first-time car buyers already receiving their vehicles under the government's first-car scheme.

However, car sales from January-May stood at 634,777 units, an increase of 31.4 per cent year-on-year. Sales of passenger cars grew 53.4 per cent year-on-year and commercial vehicles by 16.3 per cent.

The auto market in June shows signs of slowing down. The market is expected to return to normal after the first-car scheme saw a jump in vehicle demand last year. (MCOT online news)

-- TNA 2013-06-18

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Myanmar women's groups oppose interfaith marriage proposal

YANGON: -- Leading Myanmar women's groups on Tuesday came out against proposed restrictions on interfaith marriage put forward by an extremist Buddhist monk.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/647471-myanmar-interfaith-marriage-opposed/

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Man arrested over Ramkhamhaeng bombing
The Nation

BANGKOK: -- A man was arrested in Narathiwat on Monday in connection with the explosion at street stalls on Ramkhamhaeng road at Bangkok's Bangkapi district that injured seven people on May 26.

Idris Sapator, 24, was nabbed in a house in Tambon Kokkian, Narathiwat's Muang district. Police said Idis surveyed the area and was a lookout for the bomber, telling him when exactly to implant and set off the explosive.

Idris is being detained for further investigation at the Yala border patrol police command.


-- The Nation 2013-06-18

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Chiang Mai Bank Burglars Got Away With 200 Baht

CHIANG MAI: -- Despite series of dedicated efforts, burglars who broke into a Kasikorn Thai bank in Chiang Mai province managed to get his hand on 200 baht in cash before fleeing the scene.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/647479-chiang-mai-bank-burglars-got-away-with-200-bah/

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UPDATE:
THAI-EGYPTIAN RELATIONS
Thai diplomat in Cairo called back for her safety : FM
The Nation

BANGKOK: -- Thai Foreign Affairs Ministry called back to Thailand the female Thai diplomat who allegedly assaulted an Egyptian woman at a Cairo hotel, as a precaution for her safety as there were reportedly threats against her.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/647348-thai-diplomat-accused-of-assault-acted-in-self-defence-foreign-ministry/page-3#entry6519401

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IMF warns of rising risks to Thai economy
By English News



BANGKOK, June 18 – The International Monetary Fund (IMF) warned Thailand to be prepared for inflation and vulnerability from capital flows which may add uncertainty to Thai economy outlook.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/647492-imf-warns-of-rising-risks-to-thai-economy/

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Phuket storm topples marquee at festival, man crushed by speakers
Phuket Gazette

PHUKET: -- A Phuket Town motorbike taxi driver died after strong wind toppled a marquee covering the stage at Saphan Hin last night, sending speakers crashing down on him.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/647514-phuket-storm-topples-marquee-at-festival-man-crushed-by-speakers/

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Rains expected in North, Northeast and Central region from June 20

BANGKOK, 18 June 2013 (NNT) - Heavy rains are expected in the North, Northeast and the Central Plains later this week while rain-induced flash floods and forest runoffs are sweeping across provinces in the East and the South.

The Meteorological Department reported that a strong southwestern monsoon continues to prevail over the Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand, bringing more torrential rain to provinces in the eastern and southern regions, particularly Chanthaburi, Trat, Ranong and Phang Nga.

Strong winds will generate up to 3-meter-high waves off the coasts in the South. All ships should proceed with caution.

During June 20-24, the monsoon is set to collide with a low pressure cell from China. Thunderstorms will be expected in other regions including the North, Northeast and the Central Plains.


-- NNT 2013-06-18

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Complaints hold back Tankhun's endorsement
The Nation

BANGKOK: -- Whether Democrat candidate Tankhun Jittissara gets endorsed as MP depends very much on whether the Election Commission agrees to look into the three petitions filed against him, election commissioner Sodsri Satayatham said Tuesday.

She said the Bangkok Election Commission reported that three petitions had be lodged against Tankhun, and if the EC decides to accept any of them, it would have to complete an investigation within 30 days from the day of voting.

If the investigation is not completed in time, the EC will have to endorse Tankhun and complete the probe within a year.


-- The Nation 2013-06-18

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Bystanders Attacked After Trying To Help Molested Woman



Police rushed to follow up to arrest the group of teenagers that beat the bystanders while they assisted the woman that was molested by teenagers which the police are sure that they are the local teenagers.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/647534-ayutthaya-bystanders-attacked-after-trying-to-help-molested-woman/

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Thailand Live Wednesday 19 Jun 2013

http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/647623-thailand-live-wednesday-19-jun-2013/