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Crime Myanmar Vessel Seized After Smuggling Over 5 Tonnes of Clams into Thai Waters
Picture courtesy of Amarin. Authorities have intercepted a Myanmar fishing boat smuggling over five tonnes of clams into Thai waters off the coast of Ranong, in what officials described as a covert attempt to blend in with legitimate trade operations. The operation, carried out late on 14 May and continuing into the early hours of 15 May, was led by the Surin Islands Maritime Task Force (Phang Nga), under the direction of Mr. Sitthiphon Muangsong, Director of the Fisheries Inspection Division, and Mr. Prasan Sr-Ngam, Director of the Krabi Marine Fisheries Protection and Suppression Centre. The mission was overseen on the ground by Lt. Prasert Khongyian and included five officers working in coordination with Ranong’s provincial fisheries office and border inspection authorities. While conducting routine marine patrols near a floating seafood dock in Pak Khlong village, officers observed a large long-tail boat flying a Myanmar flag. A group of Myanmar crew members was seen unloading sacks filled with clams. Officers waited until all sacks had been offloaded before approaching for inspection. The crew failed to produce the required import documentation. In contrast, other vessels at the same location, belonging to Thai business operators, were able to present valid import permits issued by Ranong’s aquatic animal checkpoint. Authorities seized a total of 146 sacks of live clams, each weighing approximately 40 kilograms, amounting to 5,840 kilograms in total. Mr. Thiti Lohapiyaphan, Inspector General of the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives for Region 6, was present to observe the operation as part of his field visit to assess enforcement of national fisheries policies. Officials noted that smugglers typically receive advance warning of patrols and evade capture, but in this case, it appears the vessel attempted to mask its illegal cargo among legitimate traders. The crew members have been handed over to Pak Nam police station for legal proceedings, while the confiscated clams will be returned to the sea to replenish natural stocks. Authorities hope this move will benefit local, law-abiding fishers. A portion of the clams will also be donated to schools in need, to be used in preparing meals for students. The operation reflects Thailand’s ongoing efforts to crack down on illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing activities along its borders and protect the livelihoods of coastal communities. Adapted by Asean Now from Amarin 2025-05-16. -
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Ukrainian Arson Suspect Charged Following Fires at Properties Tied to Prime Minister Starmer
A 21-year-old Ukrainian man has been charged in connection with a series of suspected arson attacks targeting properties linked to Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer. Roman Lavrynovych, a resident of Sydenham in south London, faces three counts of arson with intent to endanger life and is expected to appear before Westminster magistrates’ court. The charges stem from three incidents that took place over a span of just four days, between May 8 and May 12. The first fire occurred in the early hours of May 8, when a Toyota Rav 4—previously owned by Sir Keir Starmer but sold to a neighbor after the general election—was set alight in the NW5 area of north London. Two days later, a flat in Islington that Starmer owned in the 1990s was allegedly targeted in a second attack. The final and most serious incident happened in the early hours of May 12, when Starmer’s family home in Tufnell Park, which is now rented to his sister-in-law, was deliberately set on fire. Although no injuries were reported, the front door and entrance area of the property sustained damage. Scotland Yard confirmed that the Crown Prosecution Service had authorised the charges, which relate to “a vehicle fire in NW5 on 8 May, a fire at the entrance of a property in N7 on 11 May and a fire at a residential address in NW5 in the early hours of 12 May.” The Metropolitan Police said the investigation was being led by its Counter Terrorism Command due to the high-profile nature of the targeted individual. “Due to the property having previous connections with a high-profile public figure, officers from the Met’s Counter Terrorism Command have led the investigation into the fires,” a Scotland Yard spokesperson stated. “Lavrynovych was arrested in the early hours of 13 May and has remained in custody after warrants of further detention were obtained. He is due to appear at Westminster magistrates’ court on Friday, 16 May.” Speaking during Prime Minister’s Questions in the House of Commons, Sir Keir Starmer condemned the incidents as “an attack on democracy,” signalling the serious nature of the events and their broader implications. The timing of Lavrynovych’s arrest coincides with the detention of three Ukrainian nationals in Germany, who were taken into custody on suspicion of plotting parcel bomb attacks on behalf of the Russian state. While police have not directly linked the London fires to those arrests, counter-terrorism officers are understood to be examining a range of possible motives, including the potential involvement of a hostile foreign state. As the investigation unfolds, the nation waits for clarity on whether these arson attacks were isolated criminal acts or part of a more coordinated campaign of political intimidation. Adapted by ASEAN Now from The Telegraph 2025-05-16 -
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I have booked flight for DMK only to realize afterwards how picky immigration became lately
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Friday 16 May 2025
UPDATE Songkhla Governor Returns ‘Golf’ Disciplinary Case to Provincial Council Amid Assault Allegations Picture courtesy of Workpoint. The Governor of Songkhla has formally returned the case of embattled councillor Mr Siradon Phlaidoung, widely known as ‘Golf’, to the Songkhla Provincial Administrative Organisation (PAO) Council for disciplinary proceedings, urging it to act in accordance with the law. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1360410-son-of-prominent-mp-sparks-violence-at-songkhla-polling-station/#findComment-19803441 -
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Crime Son of Prominent MP Sparks Violence at Songkhla Polling Station
UPDATE Songkhla Governor Returns ‘Golf’ Disciplinary Case to Provincial Council Amid Assault Allegations Picture courtesy of Workpoint. The Governor of Songkhla has formally returned the case of embattled councillor Mr Siradon Phlaidoung, widely known as ‘Golf’, to the Songkhla Provincial Administrative Organisation (PAO) Council for disciplinary proceedings, urging it to act in accordance with the law. This follows the council’s request that the Governor intervene in the matter, after Mr Siradon was detained over serious allegations of ordering the assault of a police officer at a polling station. Mr Siradon, a member of the PAO, is currently being held at Songkhla Provincial Prison following accusations that he directed subordinates to physically attack Pol Sgt Nisathit Khonthaep, a border patrol officer, during election duties in Phawong subdistrict on 11 May. The officer had reportedly instructed the group not to take photographs inside the polling station, as per election regulations. Mr Arm Suwanraksa, a local civil society representative, filed a formal complaint on 13 May, prompting calls for an investigation into Mr Siradon’s ethical and political conduct. The councillor now faces multiple charges including: • Inciting three or more people to use force against an official while armed • Coordinating an assault on a public official on duty • Criminal association According to the PAO Act of 1997, removing a councillor on ethical grounds requires a petition signed by at least one-third of council members (12 out of 36), followed by a vote passed with a three-quarters majority. The accused must also be present to defend themselves. However, Mr Siradon’s detention has rendered his participation impossible. The PAO Council thus referred the matter to Governor Chotinarin Kerdsom for a ruling on whether Mr Siradon could remain in office. In response, the Governor stated that while he retains authority under Section 77 of the PAO Act to supervise local administrations, the matter of ethical removal lies solely with the council. Governor Chotinarin affirmed that provincial authorities are working closely with the Ministry of Interior and law enforcement to ensure due process and justice. In a separate but related issue, suspicions have emerged regarding the authenticity of Mr Siradon’s academic qualifications. Allegations suggest he may have submitted a forged Malaysian university degree when filing his candidacy. The Governor has ordered the local Election Commission to investigate, with the Ministry of Education tasked with verifying the institution in question. Should the degree prove fraudulent, further criminal charges may be filed under Thai election and fraud laws. Meanwhile, Mr Siradon and seven co-accused, including his close aides, spent their first night in the quarantine section of Songkhla Provincial Prison. The Songkhla Provincial Court denied bail, citing concerns over witness interference and the severity of the charges. Prison officials reported that the detainees showed mild signs of stress but otherwise ate normally and were cooperative. They will remain in quarantine until after prison authorities determine their placement pending trial. To prevent potential safety risks associated with their perceived influence, the prison has assigned special monitoring staff and will consider segregating them from the general population. Relatives will be permitted to visit the detainees from 19 May, while lawyers have daily access for legal consultations. The case is being closely watched by both provincial and national authorities due to its political and legal implications. Adapted by Asean Now from Workpoint 2025-05-16. -
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The Only Rule in Thailand Is: Sod Everyone Else Innit
Thai people pride themselves on bein’ passive, non-confrontational, cool as cucumbers on a valium drip. But get ‘em behind a wheel and it’s Mad Max on Meth. Actions speak louder than words. Some Thai people have one face and quite another behavior attitude when it comes to business or money and of course, driving. Courtesy to others doesn't surface in driving. Why is this? So, perhaps it's a measure of the person and their thought of others. How somebody behaves behind the wheel to be more indicative of who they are as a person, rather than what they say. I have a very well spoken Bi-lingual Thai friend and she talked about this. Dicotemy of Thai politeness and expressions as opposed to what is really going on in the thinking.- 1
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