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Thailand Live Thursday 19 Sep 2013

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Central bank governor sets infrastructure development as Thailand's priority
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BANGKOK, Sept 19 – The Bank of Thailand (BoT) today urged the government to elevate Thailand’s infrastructure so as to improve the country’s cost of living standard and competitive edge.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/668935-central-bank-governor-sets-infrastructure-development-as-thailands-priority/

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Monks to get free joint surgeries

BANGKOK, 19 September 2013 (NNT) – Buddhist monks and priests of other religions who suffer from Osteoarthritis will get a free joint surgery at Phyathai Hospital 2.

According to Associate Professor DR. Thanainit Chotanaphuti, Chairman of Hip & Knee society of Thai Orthopaedic Association, Phyathai Hospital 2 will provide free surgeries to monks, novices, and priests of other religions who are suffering from Osteoarthritis and cannot afford the treatment.

The project has been launched in honor of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej on the occasion of his 86th birthday anniversary, said the doctor, adding that not only will the project cover joint surgeries, but also pre- and post-operative checkups for the patients.

Monks, novices, and priests may contact Phyathai Hospital 2 or call 1772 for more information.The project will provide medical services to at least 86 monks.

The reason why Phyathai Hospital 2 has been chosen is that it is ready and fully equipped with medical teams and staff nurses, medical devices, modern surgery rooms, and most importantly osteoarthritis specialists, Dr. Thanainit added.

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Thai spa industry uplifted through World Spa & Well-being Convention 2013

BANGKOK, 19 September 2013 (NNT) – The World Spa & Well-being Convention 2013 has been held with an aim to showcase Thailand’s spa service industry, given millions of travelers visit Thailand for spa therapies.

During the World Spa & Well-being Convention 2013, held at IMPACT Muang Thong Thani, Minister of the Prime Minister’s Office Warathep Rattanakorn said each year Thailand sees millions of visitors who come for massage and spa therapies, making the spa industry one of the factors boosting the country’s tourism industry. Not only do people come for spa services, many of them also come to learn about the traditional Thai massage, adding that the industry has created millions of jobs in Thailand, especially for women.

Spa products are very popular among foreigners in terms of quality and standard, evinced by the volume of products being exported worldwide, said Warathep.

The World Spa & Well-being Convention 2013 showcased Thailand’s latest spa innovations. Organizes created a zone called “Education Village,” where visitors could learn about spa treatments and health food cooking.

The event also provided opportunities for spa service operators to discuss business deals. 20 outstanding spa entrepreneurs were presented with the Thailand Spa & Well-being Awards.

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Bankers support Govt's infrastructure investment
The Nation

BANGKOK: -- Bankers showed support to the government's infrastructure development scheme, with confidence that it will lift the quality of living and Thailand's connectivity to the region.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/668935-central-bank-governor-sets-infrastructure-development-as-thailands-priority/#entry6839645

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New threat claims from Central Festival Phuket taxi drivers, new denials
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PHUKET: Five taxi drivers at Central Festival Phuket claim that they were threatened and suspended from working there by the leaders of the taxi organization that operates at the popular shopping mall.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/668950-new-threat-claims-from-central-festival-phuket-taxi-drivers-new-denials/

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Is Thailand pink friendly?

BANGKOK: The country’s tourism authorities are trying to market Thailand as the region’s ‘pink’ destination, but local gay and transgender activists say the campaign disguises a darker reality – that beneath the nation’s veneer of public tolerance, conservatism and discrimination remain rife

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/668951-is-thailand-pink-friendly/

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11 northeastern and eastern provinces braced for new wave of heavy rains

BANGKOK, 19 September 2013 (NNT) - The Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation is preparing a series of measures to cope with heavy downpours and flooding in many parts of the country.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/668843-tropical-depression-is-bringing-heavy-rain-to-thailand/page-3?p=6839967#entry6839967

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Phuket father's cash-quest was for wrong kind of drugs
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PHUKET: -- The man who claimed he was stealing an air-conditioning compressor to buy medicine for his sick son tested positive for drugs after his arrest on September 12.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/668957-phuket-fathers-cash-quest-was-for-wrong-kind-of-drugs/

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Chuan declines invitation to political reform forum
The Nation

BANGKOK: -- The Democrat's advisory board chief Chuan Leekpai said on Thursday that he had rejected an invitation to join the governmentsponsored political reform forum, saying the government should review itself and show a good example.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/668958-chuan-declines-invitation-to-political-reform-forum/

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PM Yingluck pleads with lawmakers to approve Bt2.2 trillion loans bill
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BANGKOK, Sept 19 – Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra today reemphasised the need to borrow Bt2.2 trillion for Thailand’s infrastructure development, but insisted that her government will not dissolve Parliament if the bill is rejected.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/668966-pm-yingluck-pleads-with-lawmakers-to-approve-bt22-trillion-loans-bill/

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Phuket wait for Australian Honorary Consul may take months
Phuket Gazette

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Australian Honorary Consul Larry Cunningham retires at the end of this month. Photo: Gazette file

PHUKET: -- Phuket may be without an Australian Honorary Consul for months after the current consul, Larry Cunningham, retires from the post on September 30.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/668973-phuket-wait-for-australian-honorary-consul-may-take-months/

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