Thailand Live Saturday 20 Sep 2014

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NCPO dissolves NRC selection panel

BANGKOK: -- The National Council for Peace and Order has issued a latest announcement to dissolve the 14-member panel to select the final 250 members of the National Reform Council.

Instead, the NCPO itself will select the final 250 winners for NRC seats in line with the interim constitution.

Source: http://www.nationmultimedia.com/breakingnews/NCPO-dissolves-NRC-selection-panel-30243731.html

-- The Nation 2014-09-20

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RT @RichardBarrow: Bangkok Car Free Day: Today from 12pm-10pm, two lanes on Silom will be closed. Then all lanes closed from midnight tonight & all day Sunday

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BMA set to clear unpermitted signs off Bangkok streets

BANGKOK, 20 September 2014 (NNT) – The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) is poised to dismantle all prohibited signboards on footpaths throughout the capital this Monday, including political banners, as part of a campaign to reorganize the city.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/761926-bma-set-to-clear-unpermitted-signs-off-bangkok-streets/

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House secretary-general follows up on new Parliament construction

BANGKOK, 20 September 2014 (NNT) - The secretary-general of the House of Representatives is following up on the construction of the new Parliament building.

House secretary-general Jarae Phanpruang on Friday chaired a meeting with related agencies to discuss the progress of the planned construction of the new Parliament building.

The meeting was updated on the donation of soil excavated from the land where the construction takes place and the cost of the project.

It was also informed of other progresses of the construction, including the foundation pile and the compensation to a local school affected by the project.

The Bureau of the Budget said that it has filed a request for the disbursement of 105 million baht for Yothinburana School to the Secretariat of the Cabinet for approval and will make the payment once the Cabinet gives the green light.

In addition, the meeting has asked its public relations team to keep the public informed about the progress of the project to ensure transparency.

-- NNT 2014-09-20

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Surin to hold its famous elephant show

SURIN, 20 September 2014 (NNT) The Northeastern province of Surin has invited tourists to its annual elephant show, which will be held on November 5 to 16.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/761928-surin-to-hold-its-famous-elephant-show/

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Seven districts still affected by flood, situation improving

BANGKOK, 20 September 2014 (NNT) – The Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Department has reported that flooding remains in seven provinces.

Department Director-general Chatchai Phromloet said recent heavy raining has triggered floods in three additional provinces that include Chiang Rai, Kalasin and Prachinburi. The water level has been declining in Chiang Rai, and the flooding there is expected to lift soon.

Flooding in Kalasin was also expected to lift. If no additional rainfall adds to the water level in Prachinburi, the inundation there should cease within 1-2 days.

Sukhothai, Phichit and Phitsanulok have been seeing a drop in the water level but lowlands, where much farmlands are situated, remain flooded.

In Ayutthaya, the inundation in 34 villages in two district has been lifting; officials are conducting relief operations there.

The Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Department's hotline 1784 may be reached for assistance around the clock.

-- NNT 2014-09-20

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Study: Thais late starters in saving for retirement

BANGKOK, 20 September 2014 (NNT) – A study has found that Thais are late starters in saving for their retirement. The average age of those beginning the process of saving being 42.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/761929-study-thais-late-starters-in-saving-for-retirement/

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Thailand misses its revenue target by 168 billion baht

BANGKOK, 20 Sep 2014, (NNT) -The Director General of the Fiscal Policy Office (FPO), Krissada Jinawijarana has revealed that Thailand generated 1.88 trillion baht during the period of October 2013 - August 2014, which was lower than the target by 168 billion baht.

Mr. Krissada attributed the missing 8.2% revenue to the VAT and tariffs on imports, Corporate Income Tax, Excise Tax on cars, and the Fuel Tax, all of which produced less revenue than anticipated.

He stated that domestic and international economies were on the decline during the period, negatively affecting the Government’s revenue collection in the 2014 fiscal year.

Nonetheless the FPO Director General takes the view that the situation will improve in the 2015 fiscal year due mainly to restored levels of confidence.

-- NNT 2014-09-20

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Alleged high level insurgent arrested in Yala

YALA, 20 September 2014 (NNT) -- Police and Army officials combined in an operation today to arrest a person who is believed to be behind many attacks in the southern province of Yala.

Twenty nine year old Sakariya Surong was apprehended during a raid on a house in Krong Peenang district early on Saturday. According to a police source, Sakariya has several arrest warrants against him, involving many attacks in several districts, especially in Panare district.

He was taken in police custody for interrogation to help extend the authority's search for insurgents who are responsible for attacks in the far south of Thailand.

-- NNT 2014-09-20

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Asian suspects raped English tourist

BANGKOK: -- Royal Thai Police commissioner revealed Saturday that latest DNA examination has now confirmed Asian suspects responsible for the rape and murder of the English tourist in Koh Tao.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/761944-asian-suspects-raped-english-tourist/

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RT @RichardBarrow: 1:25pm - MT @tomphillipsin: Thai police commissioner arriving on Koh Tao for briefing on hunt for killers of 2 Brits http://t.co/P4ldUeucUA

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First lot of discount coupons to be distributed next month

BANGKOK: -- The National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) says it will distribute discount coupons to 4.6 million households in the first 21 provinces from October 10 and to organize a central room to monitor the entire operation.

NBTC secretary-general Thakorn Tanthasit stated that the 690 baht discount coupons will first be issued officially to 4,645,175 households in 21 provinces where the digital TV signal has been extended and which are able to connect to the digital TV network in 80 percent of the area.

At the same time NBTC will organize a center to monitor the distribution and to facilitate the people to get the coupons, as well as to receive any complaints.

The 21 provinces are Bangkok, Nonthaburi, Pathum Thani, Samut Prakan, Samut Sakhon, Ayutthaya, Singburi, Ang Thong, Rayong, Suphanburi, Nongkhai, Sukhothai, Udon Thani, Chachoengsao, Samut Songkram, Pattalung, Songkhla, Nakhon Nayok, Ratchaburi, and Chai Nat.

Source: http://englishnews.thaipbs.or.th/first-lot-discount-coupons-distributed-next-month/

-- Thai PBS 2014-09-20

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Poll reveals Prayuth government should stay over a year for sake of peace

Bangkok Poll revealed its latest survey showing the majority of the people wanted the government of Prime Minister to stay in power longer than a year to make sure that the country has returned to peace and every problem is resolved.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/761947-poll-reveals-prayuth-government-should-stay-over-a-year-for-sake-of-peace/

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Thailand seeks to introduce more fruits into Brunei

Thailand is seeking to increase the volume of Thai fruits into Brunei as the local population becomes increasingly familiar with its products, its ambassador said yesterday.

In an interview following the launch of the Thai Fruit Promotion Fair 2014 at the Airport Mall, Apichart Phetcharatana told The Brunei Times that he is certain of growing demand for Thai fruits from Bruneians such as the month-long variety of durians which are known for its creamy texture and sweet taste.

“We want to give Bruneians an expanded selection of fruits to enjoy…so we’re trying to bring in other varieties of fruits such as mangoes and rose apples,” he said. Apart from fresh fruits, he said that the Thai embassy is also hoping to introduce preserved fruits and other finished products derived from Thai fruits.

According to MrApichart, Thailand has been renowned for its fruit exports particularly to Southern China where demand for the tropical fruits is large. He said that the fruits are usually exported to the area by land transport which can take up to a week.

The Thai fruit fair event, which will continue until September 21, showcases a wide variety of Thai fruits such as mangosteen, longan, mangoes, rambutans and preserved fruits. Activities during the fair include fruit tasting, exhibition and demonstration of fruit storing techniques to preserve its quality. The event is supported by the Thai Department of Agricultural Extension under the country’s Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives.

Source: http://englishnews.thaipbs.or.th/thailand-seeks-introduce-fruits-brunei/

-- Thai PBS 2014-09-20

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Thais arrested with 7 million dollars in counterfeit notes

Phnom Penh (dpa) - A military officer was among three Thai men arrested in Cambodia for being in possession of more than 7 million dollars in counterfeit currency, a report said Saturday.

The arrests followed a month-long investigation by authorities in north-western province of Battambang, The Cambodia Daily reported.

The haul was in denominations of 100 dollars, seized after a police officer went undercover as a currency trader.

The report quoted a provincial police official as saying that one of the suspects, 51-year-old Chamrat Vongsa, commands the Thai military’s Company 522, stationed along the Thai-Cambodia border.

Source: http://www.nationmultimedia.com/breakingnews/Thais-arrested-with-7-million-dollars-in-counterfe-30243734.html

-- The Nation 2014-09-20

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Koh Tao suspects 'Asian men'

THAILAND: The DNA found in a victim's body in the Koh Tao double murder belonged to two Asian men, according to deputy police chief Pol Gen Somyot Poompanmoung.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/761944-asian-suspects-raped-english-tourist/page-2?p=8412807#entry8412807

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DNA samples from 12 suspects to be examined in Singapore

BANGKOK: -- All DNA samples collected from 12 suspects involved in the double murders of British tourists on Koh Tao off Surat Thani coast last Sunday will be examined in a laboratory based in Singapore, national police chief Pol-General Somyot Poompanmoung said Saturday.

The DNA examination in Singapore is capable of identifying races, hair colours, and skin colours of human, which would make police investigation easier, he explained.

Source:http://www.nationmultimedia.com/breakingnews/DNA-samples-from-12-suspects-to-be-examined-in-Sin-30243737.html

-- The Nation 2014-09-20

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Police chief believe Asian killers still on Koh Tao

National police chief Pol-General Somyot Poompanmoung said Saturday that police had certain clues that the suspects were Asian men, whom he said he was "confident" that remained on the island in the one-week-old crimes.

Somyot made an inspection visit to Koh Tao Saturday, when police investigators simulated the crimes on a few scenarios - the attackers followed the victims from the bar, the attackers randomly selected their preys, and chose the victims, and their tracks to the scene and to run away after the attack.

Source: http://www.nationmultimedia.com/breakingnews/Police-chief-believe-Asian-killers-still-on-Koh-Ta-30243736.html

-- The Nation 2014-09-20

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