The Food and Drug Administration declared that more than 980,000 people have signed up for the ability to grow marijuana plants as part of its Plook Ganja mobile app initiative. Given that a Thai ID number is needed to register, it appears that only Thai citizens and not foreigners residing in Thailand are permitted to register and legally produce cannabis. And that might only be the start. Since the decriminalization of cannabis and hemp on June 9 and the release of the Plook Ganja mobile app, which enables users to register online, the FDA reported on Saturday morning that precisely 983,557 people have used the app to register to grow cannabis on their property, despite the fact that authorities are still working to enact legislation in response to the surge in interest. If you’ve been puzzling over the recent decriminalization of marijuana in Thailand, you’re probably not one of the…
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Between January 1 and July 6, 249,466 Indian visitors visited Thailand. 11,27 percent of the 2,214,132 tourists who have visited Thailand so far this year are represented by this. In order to increase Indian travel, the Tourism Authority of Thailand has suggested extending arrival visas from 15 to 45 days and tourist visas from 30 to 45 days. Over 10% of the 2.2 million visitors who have entered Thailand this year, according to the Center for COVID-19 Situation Administration, have come from India. The recovery in the post-pandemic world and tourism statistics have received a lot of attention from the authorities. The majority of them—about 5,300—crossed the border from Malaysia. Additionally, 3,000 people arrived from India, 1,800 from Singapore, 1,700 from Vietnam, and 400 from Australia. For weekend getaways or day outings, many Malaysians cross the southern border, especially to Hat Yai and Songkhla. The Thai government is certain that…
During the peak of the pandemic last year, community isolation facilities for persons with mild or asymptomatic Covid-19 infections became fairly widespread in Bangkok and throughout Thailand. The most susceptible individuals, such as those with underlying illnesses or those over 60, may be admitted to these centers for Covid-19 treatment. They inform people that the BMA-run clinics and health centers will be able to provide medical advice and assistance to affected individuals, including migrant workers. The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration may restore community isolation centers in populated regions of the nation’s capital due to an increase in Covid-19 infections.The program would establish facilities in 50 areas to assist in defending those who are weak against those who are Covid-19-infected, including as expectant mothers, the elderly, and those who have underlying illnesses. To stop the spread of diseases while individuals who are already infected can receive medical care and medication under supervision,…
According to the health minister, the proposal will be subject to changes made by a committee of commissioners before receiving final approval, which is scheduled to happen next month. Visits to hospitals, incidents involving children, and the quantity of outlets carrying the substance have all gone up. The Thai Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Public Health defended his decision to legalize marijuana today. Anutin Charnvirakul emphasized that it was the right decision when questioned by journalists about his decision to decriminalize the drug during a speech on June 6 at the Foreign Correspondents Club of Thailand. The 55-year-old has drawn criticism, along with the Thai government, as a result of a number of divisive headlines involving cannabis. Anutin predicted that the Thai cannabis market would become a “medical hub” for Asia and reach a value of up to US$3 billion in five years. The health minister, however, remained unwavering…
At 5 a.m. tomorrow, the retail prices of gasoline and all gasohol varieties other than E85 will decrease by 3 baht per litre and E85 by 1.8 baht per litre. Unfortunately, there isn’t much good news for drivers because diesel costs will stay the same. However, the PTT Oil and Retail Business today announced that the price of gasoline will decrease starting tomorrow morning (Friday). This will be wonderful news for Bangkok drivers. On Friday, retail costs in Bangkok and the surrounding areas will be… – The cost of gasoline E85 will be 35.34 baht per litre (-1.80 baht) – A litre of gasoline E20 will cost 40.44 baht (-3 baht) – The cost of gasoline 91 will be 41.28 baht per liter (-3 baht) – The price of gasoline (benzene) per litre will be 48.96 baht (-3 baht) – The price per litre of gasoline 95 superpower will be…
For the entire 2022 year, the projections have ranged from 6 million to over 11 million over the last two months. The idea would also require the support of other pertinent government entities. The Immigration Bureau is in charge of managing visas given upon arrival, while the Foreign Ministry is in charge of processing visa applications. The TAT estimates that revenue will be 1.5 trillion baht this year, down from 3 trillion baht in 2019 before the Covid epidemic. Given that two of their primary feeder markets, China and Russia, are now not traveling, the TAT has set an optimistic goal. The tour operators believe that eliminating the visa costs and increasing visitors’ permitted stays would draw more visitors from abroad to the Land of Smiles. The commercial sector and TAT have observed that every foreign visitor typically plans their travel budget. If visa costs weren’t required, travelers would spend…
The workshops covered a wide range of topics, such as how to forbid unlicensed casinos, tax collection, where casinos are placed, how casino complexes impact Thai culture, the cost of investments, and the advantages of regulated casinos. When asked where would be the best place, almost 57% of respondents selected Bangkok and areas within 100 kilometers of Don Mueng, Suvarnabhumi, and U-Tapao Rayong-Pattaya International Airports. According to Jakkapon, the company organized seminars in potential casino locations such Sa Kaeo in Isaan and the provinces of Chiang Rai and Tak in northern Thailand. In order to examine the situation in Parliament later, Jakkapon declared that the committee would present all of this data to the President of the National Assembly on July 27. Others proposed border provinces with aggressive immigration controls while some recommended destinations. The vast majority of respondents to a study conducted by the Casino Committee of Thailand would…
According to officials, the first of the project’s two phases, worth 434 billion baht, is anticipated to be finished by 2026. From Bangkok, the lines would travel 609 kilometers to Nong Khai, a province on Thailand’s northeastern border with Laos, where a Mekong River bridge would be built to connect to the China-Laos high-speed rail system. By 2026, Thailand intends to have a trial run, and by 2027, a formal debut. 12 percent of the first stage is complete, according to Pichet Kunadhamraks, director-general of the Department of Rail Transport. The 253-kilometer route, which would cost 180 billion baht, will link the Thai capital with the Isan province of Nakhon Ratchasima. The second phase will travel 356 kilometers northeast to the Laos border and cost 254 billion Thai Baht. Thailand reiterated its support for the project during a meeting on Tuesday between Thai Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-Ocha and Chinese Foreign…
On Tuesday of this week, the interview was broadcast on “Care Talk” on the Clubhouse app. Speaking online from his home in Dubai, Thaksin was in Thailand. The conversation reflects the current legislative topic regarding MPs from party lists. Party list MPs are elected to the House of Representatives by a proportional system rather than by winning their district or province. Every political poll has revealed that the current Palang Pracharat government, led by Prayut Chan-o-cha, has significantly lost support over the past two years and would lose an election to the opposition parties. Former Thai prime minister and wanted man Thaksin Shinawatra stated this week that the opposition parties, or what he called the “pro-democracy” parties, would win. and triumph by a clear majority. The Thai PM has said he supports a proposal to multiply the number of votes available by 500 instead of 100, which was previously supported…
The Raja Ferry company announced that they will be raising their rates because fuel prices are currently so high and because there hasn’t been a fare increase in many years. The Raja Ferry’s ferry service from Don Sak pier to Pha Ngan now costs an average car 900 baht, up from 620 baht before July 1. Owners of businesses on Koh Pha Ngan are asking lower ferry fees after they increased by more than 40% since the start of July, which had an effect on their operations and daily living expenses. Other ferries that go to Koh Samui and Koh Tao are available, and their costs have gone up by the same amount. They estimate that Koh Pha Ngan’s occupancy rate could surpass that of the New Year’s holiday this month and approach 60%. On average, hotels on the island would be between 70 and 80 percent full during the…