Thailand’s Disease Control Department is grappling with a significant dengue fever outbreak, with over 65,000 patients identified currently. Furthermore, a concerning rise in fatalities associated with the disease has been reported. Some of the provinces that have been critically impacted in recent weeks include Chiang Rai, Nan, Chanthaburi, Trat, and Rayong. The troubling surge in dengue fever cases in Thailand has been continuous and substantial, with some regions reporting disproportionately high infection rates. Statistics from the Department of Disease Control reveal a total of 65,552 dengue fever cases recorded from the onset of this year until August 16. This figure translates to a staggering rate of 99.05 cases per 100,000 population. Disturbingly, a parallel increase has been observed between patient numbers and the mortality rate. As the situation currently stands, dengue has claimed 58 lives, and infection rates have tripled, dwarfing last year’s figures. The pattern of large outbreaks following…
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China’s economic growth pace has been a talking point worldwide, with the pace of expansion signalling a slower rate than what several agencies had initially projected. This observation was shared by Arkhom, who pointed out that the current economic setting is plagued with limitations, despite a prophesied influx of Chinese tourists by the Fiscal Policy Office. Historically, before the calamitous onslaught of the Covid crisis in 2020, China held the top spot as Thailand’s most significant source of international tourism. But interestingly, Thailand has not announced any downward revision for its foreign tourism targets for 2023. “Predictions signal a definite downswing in Chinese tourism, but contrary to such predictions, we haven’t necessitated any changes to our ambitious target of registering an influx of 29.5 million foreign tourists this year. This can be attributed to the compensatory boost received from tourists hailing from neighboring countries and an increasingly promising pool of…
This year marks a new rhythm at the lavish Impact Exhibition and Convention Centre situated in Nonthaburi province. A total of 106 concerts are lined up, confirmed by Paul Kanjanapas, the visionary CEO of Bangkok Land Plc. The scale of the event is colossal, and the energy is bound to reverberate around Impact, the prime venue for all the anticipated performances. A strong Korean pop wave will be sweeping through Impact, with 50% of the concerts showcasing K-pop artists who are beloved by millions. Thai artists won’t be holding back either, setting the stage ablaze with approximately 40 concerts this year at Impact Arena. Boasting a capacity of 12,000 spectators, emotions and acoustics will reach peak levels as performers connect with their fans. Notably, Kanjanapas expressed complete assurance in the faithfulness of fans who wouldn’t mind splurging a bit extra on the tickets compared to pre-pandemic prices. After all, such…
As a vibrant magnet for matrimonial events and tourism, Thailand ardently aspires to embrace an escalating influx of tourists from Hong Kong, particularly in the domain of weddings. Developed under the aegis of Mrs. Pornmon, this initiative aims to ensure the arrival of 1 million tourists from Hong Kong by next year. An intriguing facet that propels Thailand to the second hotspot for destination weddings among Hong Kong residents, post-Japan, is its mesmerizing coastlines and azure beaches. Another appealing aspect is its robust facilities and wedding planning services that streamline wedding functions for Hong Kong couples. These features place it favorably against the long waitlists the couples would typically encounter in their homeland. The Hong Kong bureau of the TAT has revealed that nearly 50,000 couples from Hong Kong choose to bind their love in the holy matrimony each year. Interestingly, about 10% of these couples, notably the younger ones,…
Wednesday marked the day of an essential press conference held at the Royal Thai Police headquarters. In attendance were representatives from pivotal agencies such as the Electronic Transactions Development Agency, the Office of the Securities and Exchange Commission, and the renowned Amata Corporation Plc. Together with the police, they sought to highlight a pressing issue: the rising number of online scammers causing significant financial harm. The royal Thai police were duly represented by Pol General Sompong Chingduang, special advisor to the national police chief, and the head of the police committee combating technological crimes, alongside Pol Maj-General Chusak Khanadnit, the commander of the High-Tech Crime Division. Sompong shared concerning figures illustrating the enormity of this issue; from March 1st in the previous year to July 31st in this year, an alarming number of fraud victims—300,000, to be precise—have filed complaints to the police via online channels. Cumulatively, these fraudulent activities…
Amid the picturesque landscapes of Phuket, approach times teeter on the edge of epoch-making changes as expectations reach fever pitch, all eyes looking to Thailand’s newly elected 30th Prime Minister, Srettha Thavisin, for decisions that could shape the island’s future. The man at the heart of this pulsating anticipation is Kongsak Khupongsakorn, President of Phuket’s Chamber of Commerce, who is unwavering in his resolve to drive forward the economic growth of his treasured province, looking to cutting-edge innovations that can bring forth sustainable development. Kongsak’s inclusive stance is commendable as he expresses readiness to work in unison with members from across political divides, sidestepping politics to focus on problem solving. His expectations from the newly appointed PM are apparent: swift action on a range of pressing issues and stalled projects shaping the present and future of Phuket. “Every tick of the clock is a missed opportunity to us,” asserts Kongsak,…
In an era where the economic landscape continues to present unprecedented challenges, Meta Thailand is capitalising on the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to boost returns on investment for businesses and advertisers. The spearhead of their strategic focus remains the evolution of Reels, their short video clip service positioned as a contender against TikTok. Helmed by country director, Prae Dumrongmongcolgul, Meta Thailand has ambitious plans. The goal is to utilise its formidable global user base which boasts an impressive 3.88 billion monthly active users, including 65 million Facebook consumers in Thailand. According to Prae, Meta presents a prolific platform for diverse businesses to engage with related audiences, sparking a multitude of opportunities. AI technology, a crucial tool for Meta platforms, holds the key to a more customised content experience perfectly tailored to user preferences, encapsulating Reels videos. This innovative personalisation technology has seen a surge of 24% in Reels content…
In a recent announcement by the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives, it’s projected that an astonishing 16.5 million rai of agricultural land spread across the country is at risk of experiencing the detrimental effects of reduced rainfall, a situation triggered by the El Nino weather phenomenon this year. Apai Sutthisang, the deputy permanent secretary of the ministry, expressed the escalating concern over the upcoming dry season, especially since the influenced by El Nino seem poised to escalate come November. The Royal Irrigation Department is preparing for a significant dip in water supply by the end of the rainy season in November, with the country’s main 35 reservoirs estimated to hold about 22.8 billion cubic metres (m³) of water. This will denote a decrease of roughly 13 billion m³ compared to the supply of the previous year— a notable reduction brought about by the unparalleled effects of El Nino. If the…
In an astonishing twist of events, an unemployed man hailing from China confessed that he conducted a complex insurance fraud by orchestrating 20 separate accidents within a window of two years. This elaborate scheme saw him swindling approximately 300,000 baht in settlement payouts. Based on a report by The Paper, local authorities from a division of the Public Security Bureau that deals with road incidents began to notice a distinct pattern during their investigation into the man’s insurance claims. The mastermind behind this deceitful operation was identified as Chen, who had a peculiar record of being struck by “right-turning vehicles,” an incident that suspiciously occurred 20 times in just two years. It was this peculiar pattern and frequency of accidents that set alarm bells ringing within insurance firms and the police department alike. One insurance firm, in particular, raised a flag on the unusual frequency of claims being put forth…
In the bustling cityscape of Bangkok’s Jom Thong district, the game of cat and mouse culminated in an intense, four-hour pursuit as the police arrested Thaksin Phanpian, a notorious Thai loan shark, associated with a string of criminal activities spanning from serious assaults to dealing in drugs and weapons. The law enforcement finally roped in the 38-year-old wrongdoer after he had brutally beaten a debtor last year in an attempt to recoup the loaned money. The ominous event caricatured Thaksin in the face of abhorrent violence when he viciously attacked the victim, who was peacefully seated on his motorcycle. The blood-curdling assault began with Thaksin kicking the unsuspecting individual, causing him to topple over onto the hard pavement. But the horror didn’t stop there; Thaksin continued to brutally trample on the victim’s face and head until he was rendered unconscious. Despite the severity of his countless malevolent actions, Thaksin had…