webfact Posted November 27, 2013 Author Share Posted November 27, 2013 Protests spread to other government officesBANGKOK: -- The Department of Special Investigation (DSI) office, part of the Government Centre on Chaeng Wattana Road, has been closed for outsiders.Protesters have also reached other key government offices like the ministry of Industry, Labour and Commerce. The ministries’ gates have been closed. Some are heading to other ministries.At the Commerce Ministry, all gates are closed and officers are told to leave.-- The Nation 2013-11-27 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted November 27, 2013 Author Share Posted November 27, 2013 RT @RichardBarrow: 12:13pm Protesters on Vibhavadi Road (Pic @SpringNews_TV) http://t.co/KUea2iB3sS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted November 27, 2013 Author Share Posted November 27, 2013 RT @tulsathit: Suthep's supporters road blockade at Finance Ministry last night. (photo via @kanatpn ) http://t.co/RrakxU8H69 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted November 27, 2013 Author Share Posted November 27, 2013 Bangkok Immigration - Avoid area today - expect traffic jamsFull story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/684758-bangkok-immigration-avoid-area-today-expect-traffic-jams/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted November 27, 2013 Author Share Posted November 27, 2013 PM called urgent meeting Wed. of permanent secretaries from all ministries to discuss how to perform work operations amid protests /The Nation Anti-govt protesters at Ratchadamnoen Ave Wed. head to 3 different routes to rally at 6 more ministries /The Nation Anti-govt protesters surrounded 16 police vehicles refuelling at gas station in Sam Sen district,Bangkok Wed.on fear police prepare to move on them at Finance Ministry. /The Nation Police raise security measures at provincial halls in several provinces,especially at Satun and Trang,after protesters rallied in front of provincial offices Tue night /The Nation Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted November 27, 2013 Author Share Posted November 27, 2013 Defense Ministry affirms army will not interveneBANGKOK, 27 Nov 2013 (NNT) — The Ministry of Defense has expressed its concerns over the current protests and urged demonstrations to not violate the law. Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/684763-thai-defense-ministry-affirms-army-will-not-intervene-in-the-protests/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted November 27, 2013 Author Share Posted November 27, 2013 Arrest warrants sought for three antigovernment leadersBANGKOK: -- Police are preparing arrest warrants for key leaders of antigovernment protesters Anchalee Paireerak, Samran Rodpetch, and Satit Wongnongtaey for provoking chaos, according to governemnt spokesman Teerat Ratanasevi.The Peacekeeping Center will also request withdrawal of bail for Anchalee and Samran on the airport seizure case.-- The Nation 2013-11-27 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lite Beer Posted November 27, 2013 Share Posted November 27, 2013 RT@RichardBarrow: 1pm Some protesters already waiting at the Government Complex on Chaeng Wattana for Suthep to arrive (Pic @suebsak1) pic.twitter.com/pVRAt6CLDo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lite Beer Posted November 27, 2013 Share Posted November 27, 2013 RT@Saksith: TR @tanatpong_nna: 13.15h The front of Suthep’s group has reached Chaeng Wattana Rd. pic.twitter.com/Vz74bZXlR4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lite Beer Posted November 27, 2013 Share Posted November 27, 2013 Phuket provincial government shut down in anti-Yingluck protestsPhuket Gazette - PHUKET: Thousands of Phuket residents stormed Phuket Provincial Hall this morning, forcing the provincial government to shut down in protest of “Thaksinocracy” and the Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra administration.“Phuket residents came here without being called on, which shows that they truly don’t want this government any more,” said former Rassada Mayor Suratin Liangudom.“We have prepared a bouquet of flowers to give to Governor Maitri Inthusut. We have also brought a whistle for him. If he blows the whistle, it will signify that he stands with the residents of Phuket.”Protesters called on government officers to walk away from their stations for the next three days, as demonstration of their desire for PM Yingluck to dissolve parliament.The protest started at 9am at Sanam Chai park, opposite Provincial Hall (map here), and has brought traffic in the area to a standstill.About an hour after the protesters took over Provincial Hall, Governor Maitri appeared and accepted the bouquet and the whistle. He, however, has yet to blow it.“We work under the rule of law for HM King Bhumibol Adulyadej and will not waiver in our dedication,” Governor Maitri told the crowd. “We will continue to provide the best for all residents, and ensure that all are happy to live in Thailand.”The governor was then quickly escorted back to his office by 80 bodyguards, 40 civil volunteers and and 40 police officers.The officers will remain on site to ensure the protests continue to be peaceful, said Phuket City Police Superintendent Sermphan Sirikong.“We are making sure the crowd remains under control and no third-party agitators disguised as protesters start causing trouble,” Col Sermphan said.“However, I believe that Phuket residents will not use violence during their protest,” he added.The protests in Phuket are part of the larger movement seeing protesters take a stand in Bangkok and provinces across the nation Source: http://www.phuketgazette.net/phuket_news/2013/Phuket-provincial-government-shut-down-in-anti-Yingluck-protests-22882.html -- Phuket Gazette 2013-11-27 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lite Beer Posted November 27, 2013 Share Posted November 27, 2013 GDP may not reach 3% growth this yearBANGKOK, 27 Nov 2013 (NNT) — Political instability, if prolonged, will cause the nation's GDP to drop to under 3%, says a Bangkok Bank executive vice president.According to Kobsak Pootrakool, an executive vice president of Bangkok Bank, the current political unrest has started to drag down the nation’s economy - with local consumption becoming negative and exports growth being 0%.With 16-17 countries issuing warnings against traveling to the country, the tourism, transportation and financial sectors would soon start to feel the impact, added Kobsak.Meanwhile, the Thai stock market has become more attractive to investors, as the SET index has so far lost approximately 300 points; down to 1,350 from 1,650 points thanks to the ongoing political rift.However, foreign investors are still wary of the current political situation. Coupled with the United State’s QE easing measure announcements, the political divide has resulted in enormous foreign investment outflows. -- NNT 2013-11-27 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lite Beer Posted November 27, 2013 Share Posted November 27, 2013 Repeats of ping-pong bomb attack on policeBANGKOK, 27 Nov 2013 (NNT) — Crowd control police have been hit by ping-pong bombs hurled at them by the demonstrators. No major injuries were reported, however.2 ping-pong bombs were thrown at the crowd control police positioned at the Makawan Rangsan Bridge on Monday evening at around 7:30 pm. However, no serious injuries were reported.According to authorities, around 20 police officers were standing guard at the bridge amid loud jeering from demonstrators when some of the protesters used slingshots to hurl marbles and steel bolts at them. Then two other demonstrators reportedly hurled 2 ping-pong bombs in police direction, which exploded behind the barricade before running away and mingling into the crowd.An investigation has been launched to find the perpetrators. Investigators are collecting evidences through the footage taken by CCTV cameras nearby. -- NNT 2013-11-27 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lite Beer Posted November 27, 2013 Share Posted November 27, 2013 RT@RichardBarrow: Protesters at Songkhla Provincial Hall - RT @leophoo: ศาลากลางจังหวัดสงขลาค่ะ pic.twitter.com/8dTqEOfmpj Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lite Beer Posted November 27, 2013 Share Posted November 27, 2013 RT@RichardBarrow: 1:35pm This is another protest group, led by Chumpol. Just turn left towards Koh Kred (Via @news1005fm) pic.twitter.com/tU3D1ruwoM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lite Beer Posted November 27, 2013 Share Posted November 27, 2013 RT@Aim_NT: รมว. เฉลิม ลุกขึ้นพูดในสภาเพราะถูกพาดพิง 1.42pm 27/11/2013 Labour Minister Chalerm defending himself. pic.twitter.com/AJjkMEq9GV Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lite Beer Posted November 27, 2013 Share Posted November 27, 2013 RT@RichardBarrow: 1:40pm at Police HQ - RT @BeingAndrea: Gates already closed & a few protesters monitoring the situation already pic.twitter.com/PxdqBhkAul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lite Beer Posted November 27, 2013 Share Posted November 27, 2013 Police to seek arrest warrant for former Democrat MP Sathit, four protest leaders for inciting protesters to seize all ministries /MCOT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lite Beer Posted November 27, 2013 Share Posted November 27, 2013 RT@Richard Barrow: #Bangkok - RT @SiniZeR: Even heavy rain can't stop the people for their rally pic.twitter.com/APJ6Yw9YL9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lite Beer Posted November 27, 2013 Share Posted November 27, 2013 RT@RichardBarrow: Protesters at Saraburi Provincial Hall (Via @amanfromsky) pic.twitter.com/FUMJ6k93Gr Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lite Beer Posted November 27, 2013 Share Posted November 27, 2013 RT@tulsathit: Rant: In Parliament, Yingluck has "What have I got myself into?" written all over her face. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lite Beer Posted November 27, 2013 Share Posted November 27, 2013 RT@Biz_TheNation: Protesters at #Energy Ministry, telling all officers to leave office or they would be locked inside. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lite Beer Posted November 27, 2013 Share Posted November 27, 2013 Police to arrest six more protest leaders BANGKOK: -- The Center for the Administration of Peace and Order is asking permission from the Criminal Court to arrest six more protest leaders for the seizure of the Foreign Ministry. Of the six leaders facing arrest included Nititorn Lamlua, Uthai Yodmanee, Rachatachayut Sriyothinsakdi, Sathit Wongnongtoei, Anchalee Paileelat and Samran Yodpet.Anchalaee and Samran are yellow-shirt activists who earlier faced charge of terrorism for the seizure of airports during the anti-government protest rallies organized by the People’s Alliance for Democracy in 2009. But they were freed on bails. Police said they will ask the court to revoke their bails for participation in the protest.Anchalee, Samran and Sathit will face charges of of inciting public disorder and public disturbance in the country.The other three: Nititorn, Uthai and Rachatachayut will face charge of assembling of more than 10 persons, forced entry into government complex at night, and causing damaged to government property. Source: http://englishnews.thaipbs.or.th/police-arrest-six-protest-leaders/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=police-arrest-six-protest-leaders --Thai PBS 2013-11-27 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lite Beer Posted November 27, 2013 Share Posted November 27, 2013 POLITICSProtesters welcomed as they move on ministriesBANGKOK: -- State officials in some ministries on Wednesday were seen greeting and welcoming the antigovernment protesters who marched to "visit" their offices.Some ministries allowed officials to go home. The protesters laid siege on Wednesday to key government offices like the ministries of Industry, Energy, Labour, Public Health, and Commerce. During their march, people along the road were seen cheering them on.Meanwhile a hundred officials of Public Health Ministry gathered in front of the Permanent Secretary Office’s building blew whistles as well as waved flags while waiting for the protesters. Some officials at Commerce Ministry also greeted the protesters -- The Nation 2013-11-27 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lite Beer Posted November 27, 2013 Share Posted November 27, 2013 RT@RichardBarrow: 2:15pm Jonathan Head (@pakhead) due to be on BBC World soon, live from #Bangkok (as soon as they sort out the sound) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lite Beer Posted November 27, 2013 Share Posted November 27, 2013 RT@Saksith: Two of the anti-govt protest leaders have faced charges for the yellow shirt’s airport occupation in 2008, police ask to revoke their bail. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lite Beer Posted November 27, 2013 Share Posted November 27, 2013 CIVIL DISOBEDIENCEAnti-government protests spread to provincesTrang: -- Residents of several provinces joined the anti-government campaign on Wednesday by rallying in front of their provincial city halls and demanding governors and officials stop serving Yingluck government and go on strike.Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/684785-anti-government-protests-spread-to-thai-provinces/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lite Beer Posted November 27, 2013 Share Posted November 27, 2013 Rama VI reopenedBANGKOK, 27 November 2013 (NNT) - Rama VI road has been reopened since Wednesday morning after being blocked by protesters earlier. A part of the road from theTuek Chai intersection to Ranong Tollway was blocked on late Tuesday night by drivers who parked their cars on the road surface to prevent police from reaching anti-government demonstrators who had seized the Budget a day earlier. All those cars were moved out of the road early this morning. However, authorities said the four huge concrete barriers at the Rong Krong Nam junction will likely slow down traffic on both sides of the road. -- NNT 2013-11-27 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lite Beer Posted November 27, 2013 Share Posted November 27, 2013 Khon Kaen to hold international flora festivalKHON KAEN, 27 November 2013 (NNT) - The northeast province of Khon Kaen will hold an international flora event to attract ASEAN travelers.The event will be held from December 17 this year to January 2 next year, with an aim to boost awareness among locals on green areas in the city, said Tawatchai Reunromsiri, the city's deputy mayor.The venue is Bueng Thung Sang( บึงทุ่งสร้าง)Health Park in the heart of Khon Kaen. Tawatchai said the place would be divided into eight zones with different themes, such as flower fields, the royal tower, animal, foreign flowers, etc.Since the city has positioned itself as a hub of the upper northeast region and also the leading city in the Indochina region, the event is aimed to attract tourists from neighboring countries when the AEC integration kicks off. -- NNT 2013-11-25 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lite Beer Posted November 27, 2013 Share Posted November 27, 2013 RT@@terryfrd: Blue Sky TV was just helping locals to organize protest crowds for Kanchanaburi, Pitsanulok, and PM's home in Chiang Mai Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted November 27, 2013 Author Share Posted November 27, 2013 Thai PM Yingluck offers dialogue to end political debacleBy English NewsBANGKOK, Nov 27 – Embattled Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra stressed today that the government is ready for dialogue to seek peace for the country. Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/684782-thai-pm-yingluck-offers-dialogue-to-end-political-debacle/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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