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Thailand Live Saturday 23 Aug 2014

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Visa rules to be relaxed
The Nation

BANGKOK: -- The Immigration Bureau has been told to be flexible with "visa runners", junta chief General Prayuth Chan-ocha said yesterday.

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Prayuth says old power groups still try to cause Thailand to be 'dysfunctional state'

BANGKOK: -- General Prayuth, the NCPO chief, said Friday that there were still efforts by "old powers and influence groups" to "bring us back to the dysfunctional state we were in".

He said they were "trying to come back in and change things back to the way they were by using social movements, especially those linked to the poor or those with low income. If we let things go on as they did the old way, it is likely that Thailand will have much to suffer in the future. Accordingly, this will also slow down the country's development."

Prayuth was speaking during his weekly TV programme "Returning Happiness to the People" broadcast nationwide Friday night.

Source: http://www.nationmul...T-30241599.html

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-- The Nation 2014-08-23

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Rubber planters to rally to demand government’s help



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BANGKOK: -- Rubber planters have planned to rally at the provincial halls of 63 provinces across the country next Tuesday August 26 to demand help from the National Council for Peace and Order.



Full Story: http://www.thaivisa....vernments-help/


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Briton on holiday in Thailand catches 10 stone carp using a piece of bread

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BANGKOK: -- After battling for almost an hour with his hands gripped to his rod and adrenaline pumping through his body, a British tourist has caught the world’s biggest Siamese carp – weighing the same as a person.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa....piece-of-bread/

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INTERIM GOVT
Martial law to stay
The Nation

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ML Panadda Diskul, permanent secretary at the Prime Minister

BANGKOK: -- Junta believes it is the best hope to keep the peace

Martial law will remain in effect after junta leader General Prayuth Chan-ocha becomes prime minister, according to a spokesperson for the ruling National Council for Peace and Order.

NCPO spokesperson Colonel Sirichan Ngathong said yesterday it was hoped that martial law would help the country remain peaceful and having it imposed was unlikely to obstruct the new government in running the country.

"Martial law has not affected people's everyday life. And more tourists have come to Thailand. The NCPO will retain martial law for public peace and order," she said.

But General Prayuth, the NCPO chief, said efforts were still being made by "old powers and influential groups" to "bring us back to the dysfunctional state we were in".

He said they were "trying to come back in and change things back to the way they were by using social movements, especially those linked to the poor or those with low income".

"If we let things go on as they did in the old way, it is likely that Thailand will have much to suffer in the future. Accordingly, this will also slow down the country's development," he said.

Prayuth made these remarks last night during a national broadcast of his weekly TV programme "Returning Happiness to the People".

He said changes for the better had been made after the NCPO seized power. "People were unable to travel because of the protests and the use of weapons and conflict was present everywhere. Now the country is peaceful and order has been restored. Citizens respect the law," he said.

In a related development, former premier Thaksin Shinawatra has told politicians in the Pheu Thai Party to support and offer assistance to the new government, instead of criticising it, according to a source who is close to him.

Thaksin has retained influence in Pheu Thai, despite the overthrow of his sister's government in the coup.

Meanwhile, activist Srisuwan Janya yesterday launched a legal challenge, claiming the National Legislative Assembly's nomination of the junta chief to be the next premier is unconstitutional.

Srisuwan wants the Constitutional Court to rule on whether nomination of Prayuth contravenes the interim charter.

The activist called on Prayuth to resign as chief of the ruling National Council for Peace and Order (NCPO) to avoid a conflict of interest. He said Prayuth should not hold the two positions at the same time.

Members of the National Legislative Assembly (NLA) voted unanimously on Thursday to nominate Prayuth, also the Army commander-in-chief, as the country's 29th prime minister. The appointment is now awaiting royal endorsement.

Srisuwan is secretary general of the Association of Constitution Protecting Organisations. He was previously known for lawsuits that called for environmental impact assessments on industrial projects at Map Ta Phut, when he was head of the Stop Global Warming Association.

Srisuwan lodged a petition yesterday with Ombudsman's Office secretary general Chalermsak Chantaratim, seeking a case to be filed with the Constitutional Court. He argued that it was conflict of interest for the NLA, which was appointed by the NCPO, to elect the junta chief as prime minister.

He said the provisional charter in effect after the coup on May 22 set up a mechanism of checks and balances between the NCPO and the interim government by empowering the NCPO to remove the interim prime minister.

"So if the NCPO chief and the prime minister are the same person, would he suggest he should remove himself from the PM's seat" Srisuwan asked.

The activist said he would only withdraw his petition only if General Prayuth resigned as NCPO chief. He added that other members should resign from the NCPO once they are appointed to the interim Cabinet.

Source: http://www.nationmultimedia.com/politics/Martial-law-to-stay-30241602.html

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-- The Nation 2014-08-23

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ENGAGING CHINA
Region must be ready for rising competition among major powers: Sihasak
Supalak Ganjanakhundee
The Nation

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Sihasak

BANGKOK: -- Sihasak Phuangketkeow, permanent secretary at the Foreign Ministry, is calling on the region to pay more attention and be prepared for rising competition among major powers, as well as engage with China to enhance peace and mutual interest.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/754087-region-must-be-ready-for-rising-competition-among-major-powers-sihasak/

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ICE BUCKET CHALLENGE
Kenney gets dousing before ban
The Nation,

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US Ambassador to Thailand Kristie Kenney is drenched with freezing water

BANGKOK: -- Envoy enjoys frigid shower just before US bans diplomats from taking Ice Bucket Challenge

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/754088-us-ambassador-kenney-gets-dousing-before-ban/

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Experts seek more protection for subcontract and outsourced workers
Pravit Rojanaphruk
The Nation

BANGKOK: -- The limited number of labour unions and lack of clear legislation means those employed under subcontracts or outsourcing deals have fewer rights and are often paid less, said Lae Dilokvidhyarat, an economics professor at Chulalongkorn University and expert on labour issues.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/754089-experts-seek-more-protection-for-subcontract-and-outsourced-workers/

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No signs of Ebola virus in quarantined woman
The Nation

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There is no sign of panic in front of an isolation ward at Bamrasnaradura Infectious Diseases Institute, after tests suggested that a Thai woman, investigated for possibly having the Ebola virus, was not infected with the fatal disease.

BANGKOK: -- Four hospitals chosen to deal with possible Ebola cases

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/754090-no-signs-of-ebola-virus-in-quarantined-woman/

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AMLO seizes 3,900 rai from businessman
Piyanut Thamnukasetchai
The Nation

KHORAT: -- AGENTS FROM the Anti-Money Laundering Office yesterday raided a number of properties covering a vast area in Nakhon Ratchasima province, allegedly illegally acquired by a well-known businessman over two decades ago.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/754091-amlo-seizes-3900-rai-from-businessman/

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Teen killed in Narathiwat gunfight
The Nation

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An armed member of the provincial civil defence service yesterday helps inspect a vehicle at a checkpoint in Pattani

A 14-year-old suspect was killed when Army paramilitary rangers engaged in a gunfight with a gang of insurgents in Si Sakhon district in Narathiwat yesterday.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/754093-teen-killed-in-narathiwat-gunfight/

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Surrogacy issue to be handled on a case by case basis, says Prayuth
Sanom Boonjanteuk
The Nation

BANGKOK: -- National Council for Peace and Order (NCPO) chief General Prayuth Chan-ocha has expressed concerns that in the wake of attention from authorities and media, some surrogate mothers might be afraid of contacting medical facilities and thus lose access to proper care.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/754094-surrogacy-issue-to-be-handled-on-a-case-by-case-basis-says-prayuth/

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Pisit picked as new auditor-general
The Nation

BANGKOK: -- A selection committee chaired by Supreme Court president Direk Ingkhaninan yesterday selected Pisit Leelawachiropas as the next auditor-general.

The appointment of Pisit, who is the current deputy auditor-general, will need to be endorsed by the National Legislative Assembly (NLA).

The committee also selected members of the new State Audit Commission. They will also have to be endorsed by the NLA.

They are Piyaphan Nimmanahaeminda, Urai Romphoyok, Chaisit Trachutham, Jiraporn Meeleesawat, Gornpoj Assawinwichit, Suthiphon Thaveechaiyagarn, and Witthaya Arkompithak.

Suthiphon is a member of the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC). He will have to resign from the NBTC to join the State Audit Commission, which will necessitate the selection of a new member by the Secretariat of the Senate. The NBTC can continue to work as usual without one of its 11 members, according to the Frequency Allocation Law.

Source: http://www.nationmultimedia.com/politics/Pisit-picked-as-new-auditor-general-30241592.html

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-- The Nation 2014-08-23

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No advance decisions can be made on NRC members: EC
The Nation

BANGKOK: -- The Election Commission (EC) has reiterated that provincial selection committees cannot make any early decisions on who should be nominated for the National Reform Commission (NRC).

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/754095-no-advance-decisions-can-be-made-on-nrc-members-ec/

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US hopes new PM will speedily move towards democracy
The Nation

BANGKOK: -- The United States has said it hoped the selection of an interim PM was a step towards the setting up of an inclusive democratic institution and civilian government.

"We have urged the interim government, once formed, to institute an inclusive reform process that reflects the diversity of views within Thailand. We remain concerned about the limits on space for freedom of speech and assembly," Marie Harf, deputy spokesperson for the US State Department, said.

The US-based Human Rights Watch also voiced concern yesterday that the observance of rights would deteriorate after the junta chief becomes prime minister.

"As both PM and junta leader, General Prayuth [Chan-ocha] can wield broad power without accountability," Brad Adams, the Asia director at Human Rights Watch, said.

Source: http://www.nationmultimedia.com/politics/US-hopes-new-PM-will-speedily-move-towards-democra-30241595.html

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-- The Nation 2014-08-23

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Academics hope Prayuth will stick with his soft approach as prime minister
Kamol Taukitphaisarn
The Nation

BANGKOK: -- Army chief General Prayuth Chan-ocha softened his speech as soon as he became chief of the National Council for Peace and Order (NCPO), observers say, suggesting that he should ease his authoritative tone even further as prime minister.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/754099-academics-hope-prayuth-will-stick-with-his-soft-approach-as-prime-minister/

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NCPO Chief: Second phase of reform focuses on law rewrite

BANGKOK, 22 August 2014 (NNT) – Chief of the National Council for Peace and Order (NCPO) Gen Prayuth Chan-ocha views the first phase of reform a great success and has indicated that the second phase will seek to amend important laws.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/754102-ncpo-chief-second-phase-of-reform-focuses-on-law-rewrite/

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Debt payment suspension for teachers to help ease financial burden

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The Ministry of Education plans to help indebted teachers by introducing a programme to suspend debt payment for 1-2 years or to cut lending rates as part of the policy of the National Council for Peace and Order to “return happiness to the debtors”.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/754103-debt-payment-suspension-for-teachers-to-help-ease-financial-burden/

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A temple’s heli-pad is seized for trespassing on national park

BANGKOK: -- Army troops and forestry officials on Friday seized a helicopter landing pad of a forest temple in Phetchabun province after finding out that it encroaches on the Nam Nao national park.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/754107-a-temples-heli-pad-is-seized-for-trespassing-on-national-park/

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4 year old in Coma after self-strangulation incident at South Pattaya Nursery



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PATTAYA:--A 4 year old child is currently fighting for his life in Hospital after he reportedly suffocated while waiting for his parents to pick him up from Nursery School on Friday Afternoon.



Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/754131-4-year-old-in-coma-after-self-strangulation-incident-at-south-pattaya-nursery/


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Man stabbed and killed in jealous attack at Motel close to Pattaya



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SRIRACHA:--On Friday afternoon, Sriracha Police were called to a Motel to deal with a fatal stabbing incident involving a man and his new girlfriend and her ex-Husband.



Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/754132-man-stabbed-and-killed-in-jealous-attack-at-motel-close-to-pattaya/


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District Officers and Navy arrest suspected “Mafia” Taxi Driver in Central Pattaya



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PATTAYA:--On Friday Morning, a team of officers from the District Office along with members of the Royal Thai Navy arrested a 46 year old Motorbike Taxi Driver accused of extorting money from drivers around the Central Pattaya area.



Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/754133-district-officers-and-navy-arrest-suspected-mafia-taxi-driver-in-central-pattaya/


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Authorities begin demolishing buildings on Phuket beaches

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Phuket beaches are now slowly returning to natural beauty with concrete structures that were illegally built for decades to operate businesses are being torn down under the policy of the military junta to return the beaches to the people.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/754140-authorities-begin-demolishing-buildings-on-phuket-beaches/

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Junta deputy chief resigns from PTT board

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BANGKOK: -- National Council for Peace and Order deputy chief for economic affairs ACM Prajin Juntong has resigned from the board of PTT Plc, indicating that he will be among a minister in the government of Gen Prayuth Chan-ocha.
He is expected to be appointed transport minister.


The air force chief, a classmate of Gen Prayuth, holds three positions on the PTT board: independent director, chairman of the nominating committee and member of the corporate governance committee.

PTT president and CEO Pailin Chuchottaworn told the Stock Exchange of Thailand after the market closed on Friday that ACM Prajin cited business engagement as the reason for his resignation which take effect Saturday.

Source: http://englishnews.thaipbs.or.th/junta-deputy-chief-resigns-ptt-board/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=junta-deputy-chief-resigns-ptt-board

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-- Thai PBS 2014-08-23

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Coup leader calls for Immigration to relax ‘out-in’ visa clampdown
Alasdair Forbes

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'An ongoing problem' – Gen Prayuth Chan-Ocha. Photo USDOD

BANGKOK: Thailand’s coup leader and prime minister-in-waiting, Gen Prayuth Chan-Ocha last night (August 22) called for the Immigration crackdown on “out-in” tourist visas to be rolled back.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/754033-immigration-bureau-told-to-be-flexible-with-visa-runners/page-11?p=8286082#entry8286082

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Police nab dealer with 400,000 yaba pills in Ranong

Darawan Naknakhon

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Samboon and his drugs cache.

RANONG: -- The Crime Suppression Division of the Royal Thai Police apprehended a suspected drug-dealer with approximately 400,000 methamphetamine pills with a street value of billions of Baht, in Ranong late Friday (August 22).

The suspect used a hotel as a base from which to peddle his drugs, according to Pol Maj Rungsak Maichandee.

The suspect was named as Somboon Seawang, 23, and was arrested with the massive drugs cache contained in 200 packages. The police also confiscated three mobile phones, and two bankbooks and a Kasikorn Bank ATM card not belonging to Somboon.

Somboon was charged with intent to sell drugs, and the police are now hunting another suspect in connection with the case.

Source: http://www.thephuketnews.com/police-nab-dealer-with-400-000-yaba-pills-in-ranong-48008.php

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-- Phuket News 2014-08-23

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Suvarnabhumi Airport to set up 5 more screening points for Ebola infected passengers; WHO says death toll from virus reaches 1,427 victims /MCOT

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Permanent Secretary to PM's Office Panadda confident renovations of Govt House to be completed in time /MCOT

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