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Staggering 80% of Thai Army Conscripts Battling Drug Addiction
File photo for reference only In a startling revelation, Justice Minister Tawee Sodsong announced that up to 80% of men conscripted for compulsory military service in Thailand each year are grappling with drug addiction. The minister called for urgent discussions to address this pressing issue and formulate effective rehabilitation strategies. This disclosure was made on national television via Channel 7. Thailand’s military conscription, dictated by the 1954 Military Service Act, involves an annual lottery system where men aged 21 and older draw cards—black cards mean exemption, while red cards require two years of service. This year, it is estimated that of the approximately 80,000 conscripted individuals, the overwhelming majority are drug users, and a concerning 10% are severely addicted. Families of these young men often view the military as a safe haven, a place where their loved ones can find structure and potentially break free from addiction. Responding to this, Gen. Pana Klaewplodthuk of the Army has indicated that severe addicts receive medical treatment. Meanwhile, those with less serious drug habits are given support to fully overcome their dependencies under military care. The situation presents a significant challenge for the Army Commander, Gen. Pana Klaewplodthuk, who is committed to fulfilling his duties amidst this crisis. The Thai military is tasked with not only serving the nation but also playing an unexpected role in what essentially amounts to a large-scale rehabilitation effort for thousands of young men. This alarming trend points to a broader societal issue that spans beyond the military, highlighting the urgent need for comprehensive drug rehabilitation programs across the country. Future discussions are likely to focus on enhancing these initiatives to provide long-term solutions to drug addiction challenges among young Thais. Adapted by ASEAN Now from Thai Newsroom 2025-04-24 -
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Has your girlfriend got a joke or ever said anything funny ever?
Granted that Thai humor is more of the slapstick nature and intelligent or tongue in cheek humor usually flies overhead. However, in the 7 years we've been together I've exposed her to things that are humorous in nature that tend to be more on the witty, intelligent, and or tongue in cheek type and she's finally started to pick up on it. She shocked me one time when she used one of my jokes against me. She sees the humor in Big Lebowski. She understands some of the stuff thats funny about old episodes of Arrested Development. Archer is still quite over her head. But the important thing is that she's trying -
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Report Thailand Waves Goodbye to Costly Scout Uniforms, Eases Parent Woes
Certainly has changed over the years. I was involved from age 7 through 64 1/2. We Boomers were all involved. You actually were the exception if you were not in Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts during my public school days in the US at least in Southern New Jersey. I had a very good run with many fond memories. I take your point about the military origins, the heavy post WW Ii equipment largesse and for some … a definitely right wing emphasis. Ha! I figured that is why they needed my internationalized, more liberal outlook. One of the roles I retired from was my Western Kentucky Council’s International Representative. It tied in nicely with my Sister Zcities work and my teaching role. -
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Report IKEA Goes Cashless at Key Thai Stores Amid Mixed Reactions
Rather an odd statement - someone without a smartphone won't shop - of course they will... They still have cards.... and cash... -
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LTR Investment Suggestions
Get a DTV. Plenty of folks on annual extensions based on retirement. Monthly transfers of 65k -
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Crime Brit Caught with Cocaine Stash While Overstaying Visa on Samui
1 hour already - how have the Brit-bashers not jumped all over this already... They would usually be all over this like an 'Auntie' at an all you can eat shrimp buffet... ... bet they'll pee a little when they read the headline...
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