webfact Posted January 12, 2014 Share Posted January 12, 2014 POLITICSStage set for huge 'Bangkok shutdown'The NationDemonstrators led by the PeopleCAPO lists eight buildings and 7 key intersections as out of boundsBANGKOK: -- The People's Democratic Reform Committee (PDRC) will today begin their Shutdown operation to try to seize seven sites in Bangkok at 9am after a series of blockades at state agencies - in a bid to paralyse Yingluck Shinawatra's administration until she steps down. Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/696183-stage-set-for-huge-bangkok-shutdown/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted January 12, 2014 Author Share Posted January 12, 2014 EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEWShutdown will be a flop, says Thaksin aideHataikarn TreesuwanThe NationWatana'Decree for reforms would take away legitimacy for campaign against govt'BANGKOK: -- The anti-government People's Democratic Reform Committee, led by Suthep Thaugsuban, believes the people will succeed in overthrowing the "Thaksin regime". They are hoping the planned "Bangkok shutdown" will force caretaker Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra out of her post soon. Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/696185-shutdown-will-be-a-flop-says-thaksin-aide/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted January 12, 2014 Author Share Posted January 12, 2014 POLITICSMedical workers support Narong in fight with govtSuriyan PanyawaiThe NationThousands of medical workers yesterday offer support to Public Health Ministry permanent secretary Dr Narong Sahamethapat, who last Thursday publicly challenged the Yingluck administrationBANGKOK: -- Thousands of medical workers yesterday gave support to senior Public Health Ministry officials who last Thursday rejected the Yingluck administration's right to govern, saying they did not want to work with the government. Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/696186-medical-workers-support-narong-in-fight-with-govt/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted January 12, 2014 Author Share Posted January 12, 2014 THAI POLITICSGovt thanks Ban; Abhisit sends letter to UNThe NationBANGKOK: -- Caretaker Interior Minister Charupong Ruangsuwan yesterday thanked United Nations secretary general Ban Ki-moon for his bid to head off a violent "Bangkok shutdown" and for his concern over the country's political situation. Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/696188-thai-govt-thanks-ban;-abhisit-sends-letter-to-un/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted January 12, 2014 Author Share Posted January 12, 2014 Gunmen fired at the headquarters building of the Democrat Party at 2.30am on Monday, but the bullets caused no reported injuries . /Bangkok Post Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted January 12, 2014 Author Share Posted January 12, 2014 POLITICSPheu Thai: Why delay vote till May 4?The NationAnti-government protesters march to the house of caretaker Labour Minister Chalerm Yubumrung in BangkokParty wants EC to explain why later poll date would be preferableBANGKOK: -- Pheu Thai Party leader and caretaker Interior Minister Charupong Ruangsuwan said the government was ready to consider the Election Commission (EC)'s proposal that the election be postponed, but said the agency should state why it believed the election would go smoothly if it was held on May 4. Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/696189-pheu-thai-why-delay-vote-till-may-4/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted January 12, 2014 Author Share Posted January 12, 2014 CAPITAL OUTFLOWSCapital outflows set to continue amid imbroglioAchara DeboonmeThe NationA Thai investor reacts as he monitors share prices data displayed on electronic boards at a stock brokerage in Bangkok, Thailand, 06 January 2014. The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) main index went down 13.07 points or 1.07 percent at the end of middayBANGKOK: -- More foreign capital will flow out of Thailand as continued protests exacerbate a situation already under pressure from the United States' tapering of its quantitative-easing policy. Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/696190-capital-outflows-set-to-continue-amid-imbroglio/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted January 12, 2014 Author Share Posted January 12, 2014 EDITORIALEconomy to stay hostage of divisive politicsThe NationOutcome of upcoming political turmoil should give an idea of how businesses will do this year Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/696192-economy-to-stay-hostage-of-divisive-politics-thai-editorial/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted January 12, 2014 Author Share Posted January 12, 2014 Threat to Prayuth's daughtersThe NationBANGKOK: -- The Royal Thai Army has slammed Sutchai Boonchai, leader of the Friends of Thaksin group, for a message he posted on his Facebook page asking members of the public to take hostage the twin daughters of Army chief General Prayuth Chan-ocha, if Prayuth tries to stage a coup. Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/696194-threat-to-thai-army-chief-prayuths-daughters/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted January 12, 2014 Author Share Posted January 12, 2014 38% of capital's residents want PDRC to go home: surveyThe NationBANGKOK: -- Of 1,344 respondents to a survey on the Bangkok Shutdown, 38 per cent said they wanted to tell demonstrators to end their rallies quickly and go back to their lives.They were responding to the question, "What would you like to tell the People's Democratic Reform Committee, which is preparing to close down the capital?"Suan Dusit Rajabhat University surveyed residents of Bangkok and its adjacent provinces between January 9 and January 11.Of those polled, about 25 per cent said they wanted to ask all sides to engage with each other and explore solutions together. -- The Nation 2014-01-13 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted January 12, 2014 Author Share Posted January 12, 2014 Rival groups on the move upcountry The Nation BANGKOK: -- On the eve of the Bangkok Shutdown, supporters of the anti-government People's Democratic Reform Committee and pro-government red shirts poured onto the streets yesterday to promote their causes in many provinces. The PDRC is pushing for reform of the country before the next general election. If it gets its way, the poll will not take place on February 2 as scheduled. The red shirts are trying to drum up support for the February 2 ballot by marching through provinces such as Samut Prakan and Pathum Thani. But in Nakhon Ratchasima, about 80 PDRC backers briefly blocked a road in front of the luxury vacation home of Tarit Pengdith, director-general of the Department of Special Investigation. They accused Tarit of catering to political favourites and a corrupt government, but he was not there. After demonstrating for about 20 minutes, they joined a stream of PDRC supporters from several provinces heading to Bangkok to help out with the Bangkok Shutdown activities. From Surat Thani, Si Sa Ket and Roi Et, PDRC supporters were seen jumping on Bangkok-bound buses. About 500 Phitsanulok people boarded the train to the capital. They are preparing to help the PDRC pile up pressure on the caretaker government by staging the Bangkok Shutdown. However, red shirts in Ayutthaya and Nonthaburi gathered and vowed to prevent the Shutdown. In Udon Thani, red-shirt leader Kwanchai Sarakham pledged to protect Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra if violence breaks out in the capital. "Supporters of the government from 20 northeastern provinces will gather here in Udon Thani where Yingluck is definitely welcome," he said. In the evening, he joined a candlelit vigil to promote peace, saying about 500 red shirts on motorcycles will hit Udon Thani roads today to campaign against a coup. -- The Nation 2014-01-13 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted January 12, 2014 Author Share Posted January 12, 2014 Many social-media users planning to work as usualAsina PornwasinThe NationBANGKOK: -- Most people gave feedback yesterday that they will go to work as usual today, even though the Bangkok Shutdown campaign has started.However, some people will not work today. Some will be absent on their own, and some can't go to their office because it is closed. Some people said they are not joining the shutdown rally but are staying home for work or to relax.Seeking people's opinion on social media, including Facebook, Twitter, Google Plus and Line, to the question "What will you do tomorrow?" drew a lot of answers.Most of them will go to work as usual. Pattima Kallapanayut said she will still drive to work, while Songkram Kingklang and TuKta Bheungnoi said they will go to work as usual but leave their cars behind as some traffic routes are closed.Most respondents said they would proceed with their lives as usual. For example, Narudom Roongsiriwong has to stand by his office since he lives nearby. Plern Plern said she'll stay home after taking her children to school in the morning.Sarinyal Loyprasit said she would not take the day off. "I need to take responsibility by going to work as usual."On-uma V Rerkpattanapipat said she does not support the shutdown campaign and she will report for work as always today.Some will stay in today. Janin Ninwadee will watch movies. Pim Nuch Lek Woracharttawechai will monitor the situation since her house is near a rally site. Chyu Srimattayakul will keep one eye on work and the other on the shutdown. People joining the protest include Piyawan Anan, Chananun Kongtanarit and Suphol Tantisiriwat.Some people will work at home, such as Oweera Chearanaipanit and Metha Punwaratorn. Aon Poonsri said she will head to the office as usual but if commuting is impossible she would work at home. Some people will do both - go to work and join the shutdown rally - such as Ratty Naka and Nael Kung.Nunongha Na Bangkapi will join the rally after work. Nuttaputch Wongreanthong will work as usual. Since his office is located on the same soi of a rally site, he would also join the rally.Nui Siriwan will still work today but at her home and also join the rally.Siripon Jak Mektanatip will go to the temple to make merit. @kafaak will go to get a driving licence since his office is closed.Michael Will chose whichever option supports democracy in Thailand, so "A" cannot be an option. Maurice Edwards chose C, working from home and following twitter for the latest information.-- The Nation 2014-01-13 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted January 12, 2014 Author Share Posted January 12, 2014 Firms, govt take steps to minimise economic disruptionThe NationBANGKOK: -- Economic authorities and businesses said yesterday that they were taking steps to ensure minimum disruption to businesses and individuals as a result of the anti-government Bangkok Shutdown, due to start today. Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/696195-firms-thai-govt-take-steps-to-minimise-economic-disruption/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted January 12, 2014 Author Share Posted January 12, 2014 Protester from Nakhon Si Thammarat shot near Chaeng Wattana rally siteThe NationBANGKOK: -- A protester was shot and seriously injured while he was guarding a barrier at the Chaeng Wattana rally site late Sunday night, police said. Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/696196-protester-shot-near-bangkok-chaeng-wattana-rally-site/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted January 13, 2014 Author Share Posted January 13, 2014 Finnish nationals told to avoid BKKBANGKOK: -- The Finnish Ambassador to Thailand, Kirsi Westphalen, is urging Finnish nationals to avoid the capital Bangkok, according to a Finnish media website.YLE reported that she urges those in the Thai capital now to stay clear of demonstrations and to stay indoors after nightfall if possible.Westphalen told Yle early Sunday Finnish time that the situation in Bangkok is becoming more serious. Early Saturday, seven people were injured when gunmen fired at demonstrators in two separate incidents. Opposition protesters have vowed to take over major highway intersections in an effort to shut down the city on Monday.Westphalen notes that trains should continue running but that they are likely to be overcrowded. She adds that Finnish tourists arriving in Bangkok were able to reach their hotels normally. -- The Nation 2014-01-13 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted January 13, 2014 Author Share Posted January 13, 2014 Protesters block Wireless Road Intersection, Saladaeng IntersectionBANGKOK: -- Protesters blocked the Wireless Road Intersection and the Saladaeng Intersection Monday morning, Channel 3 reported.It said protesters started blocking the intersections early in the morning and they also blocked the Thai-Belgian Friendship Bridge.-- The Nation 2014-01-13 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted January 13, 2014 Author Share Posted January 13, 2014 200,000 Baht break-in at Oil Workers South Pattaya Luxury HomePATTAYA: -- On Saturday Morning Police were called to a house in the Pratamnuk area in South Pattaya to investigate reports of a break-in. Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/696207-200000-baht-break-in-at-oil-workers-south-pattaya-luxury-home/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted January 13, 2014 Author Share Posted January 13, 2014 REGIONAL PERSPECTIVEIs Thailand ready for Asean Economic Community?Kavi ChongkittavornBANGKOK: -- Much has been said about the AEC (Asean Economic Community) and its far-reaching implications for Thailand. During the past two years, the country has been the most active within Asean as far as the AEC campaign is concerned. As much as 8 billion baht in various forms were spent to "raise awareness and preparedness of Thailand and the Thai people for the AEC." Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/696208-is-thailand-ready-for-asean-economic-community/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted January 13, 2014 Author Share Posted January 13, 2014 Many Stolen cars found at East Pattaya secure compoundPATTAYA: -- 28 vehicles, all suspected of being stolen, were discovered in a secure compound in East Pattaya on Saturday afternoon. Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/696209-many-stolen-cars-found-at-east-pattaya-secure-compound/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted January 13, 2014 Author Share Posted January 13, 2014 Protesters close Phetchaburi-Asoke IntersectionBANGKOK: -- Protesters closed the Phetchaburi-Asoke Intersection to traffic at 6 am Monday, Channel 3 reported.Inbound traffic was completely halted on the Phetchaburi road from the intersection, the station said.-- The Nation 2014-01-13 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted January 13, 2014 Author Share Posted January 13, 2014 Gunmen fire on Democrat headquarters in Setsiri Road, no report of injuries; PDRC security guard shot, seriously wounded, in Chaeng Wattana /MCOT PDRC protesters at Rajdamnoen packing belongings, prepare for Bangkok Shutdown at 7 locations /MCOT Anti-govt protesters have blocked 7 major intersections in Bangkok by early Jan. 13 as planned /The Nation Pro-govt UDD (Red-shirts) to hold counter rallies to Bangkok shutdown by anti-govt groups in other parts of the country /The Nation Airports of Thailand issued special stickers to 6,000 airport taxis so anti-govt protesters would allow taxis w/ tourists to pass through /The Nation Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted January 13, 2014 Author Share Posted January 13, 2014 RT @Saksith: “Protest ahead” #BKKShutdown RT @tri26: Police putting up sign on Sathorn Rd approaching Rama 4 http://t.co/0EHUVk4Rr9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted January 13, 2014 Author Share Posted January 13, 2014 PM to chair 9am meeting at National Police Bureau HQ to assess Bangkok Shutdown situation by PDRC protesters; many main roads closed /MCOT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted January 13, 2014 Author Share Posted January 13, 2014 RT @Tulip_Oum: Rice farmer protesters from Pichit is joining Ladprao gathering, using 2 inbound lanes of Vipavadi rd.-@NarisKinimarn http://t.co/lNCdHmeqcM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted January 13, 2014 Author Share Posted January 13, 2014 RT @RichardBarrow: 8:40am - RT @MonsieurSecurit: Protesters at Lumpini (Sathorn-Rama lV) so far a modest crowd http://t.co/qzQX7Xpfnf Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted January 13, 2014 Author Share Posted January 13, 2014 RT @tulsathit: RT @js100radio: RT @poom_ja: At a glance, Chatuchak park this morning looked like a camping tourist spot. http://t.co/PkxlXDz4km Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted January 13, 2014 Author Share Posted January 13, 2014 RT @CoconutsBangkok: 2h More protestors are joining the area. #BKKShutdown @CoconutsBangkok http://t.co/xuaakXlXfT Photo: @zanyasan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted January 13, 2014 Author Share Posted January 13, 2014 RT @8td: 9.10a.m. Suthep has begun leading the march from Ratchadamnoen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted January 13, 2014 Author Share Posted January 13, 2014 RT @tulsathit: Yingluck has reportedly changed her Defence Ministry schedule and gone to Chon buri instead. via @WassanaNanuam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted January 13, 2014 Author Share Posted January 13, 2014 RT @RichardBarrow: 9:15am Protesters at the Ladprao site now marching to the Labour Ministry (Pic @TonGlassHeart) http://t.co/33Qx5THg18 RT @georgebkk: RT @RichardBarrow: 9:15am Protesters at the Ladprao site now marching to the Labour Ministry (Pic @TonGlassHeart) http://t.co/cmx5HmuXxl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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