The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and Nissin Foods (Thailand) are back at it with their newest project, redesigning instant noodles’ packaging to serve as your personal tour guide to Thailand’s most iconic landmarks. This inventive marketing strategy captures the spirit of Thailand and brings it directly to consumers – and into their homes, introducing them to the country’s rich heritage and tantalizing cuisine. According to Kittiphong Praphatthong, TAT’s hotshot central region director, the noodle packaging will be beautifully adorned with vivid photos and intriguing nuggets of information about Thai landmarks, culture, and cuisine. The idea behind this is to spark an interest in consumers to venture into local Thai eateries and experience the nation’s traditional dishes firsthand. Selecting a pack of instant noodles has just become an entrée to a cultural adventure! Not your average grocery shopping trip, right? These noodle packages will seamlessly link to TAT’s Amazing Thailand…
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As global air travel gathers momentum in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, airports across the globe are likely to encounter a slew of issues when accommodating more flights. Considering the impending challenges, Thailand’s Transportation Minister, Suriya Juangroongruangkit views expansion as the most pragmatic solution to enhance the capacities of these airports. To actualize this solution, the Airports of Thailand (AOT) and the Department of Airports (DOA) have been commissioned to undertake extensive research. They will explore opportunities for the expansion of the current airports, as well as the potential establishment of new ones, in order to match the anticipated increase in travel volume. Minister Suriya threw light on the limitations posed by the current infrastructure of Phuket Airport considering the mounting passenger traffic and unveiled the proposal of inaugurating a new airport in Phang Nga, situated close to Phuket. Preliminary surveys suggest that Khok Kloi Subdistrict in Phang Nga…
On a notably jubilant Wednesday, the eminent Thai Prime Minister, Srettha Thavisin, unveiled a delightful surprise for visitors from China and Kazakhstan. Uniting Thailand’s hospitality with the universal allure of wanderlust, the Premier declared an unprecedented policy whereby tourists from these countries would be exempted from paying visa fees. This unique boon is set for a duration of five months, initiating on September 25 and drawing to a close on February 29, in a bid to escalate the flourish of tourism. The exhilarating tidings were swiftly followed by an unveil by the Honorable Transport Minister, Suriya Juangroongruangkit, regarding an impending evaluation visit by the top echelons of the Thai administration. The venue for this distinguished visit, scheduled for September 15 and 16, is none other than the acclaimed Chiang Mai International Airport, in anticipation of a potential surge in the influx of tourists, courtesy of the new policy. While the…
Deputy Minister of Finance Krisada Chinavicharana forecasts a promising outlook for the fiscal year 2023 with a projected government tax revenue surplus of at least 100 billion baht. A rich cascade of revenue has been flowing into the government coffers, and in the realm of 60-70 billion baht is cited as being sourced from diversified government channels. Intriguingly, this robust financial surge is despite a sizable loss of 15 billion baht stemming from diesel fuel taxes. Economic blossoming in multiple facets has been a key driver, fuelling this upbeat revenue outlook. An exciting momentum is developing as more foreign tourists than forecast return to our vibrant shores, significantly contributing to this windfall. Likewise, domestic consumption has seen a vigorous uptick, further bolstering the country’s robust revenue streams. However, the incoming fiscal wave does carry a tinge of loss as well. A reduction of the excise tax on diesel by 2.50…
The Asian Institute of Technology (AIT) recently celebrated a groundbreaking development in Thailand’s technological and innovative landscape with the launch of its Science and Technology Park, duly accredited by the Board of Investment (BOI). This initiative earmarked Thailand a key destination for multinational corporations and institutionalized an environment thriving on innovation and pioneering solutions. AIT’s vision is encompassing, centering around promoting international collaboration, facilitating groundbreaking research, nourishing promising startups, and addressing urgent societal issues through the deployment of innovative solutions. This new tech hub provides all-around support for businesses, aiding their journey from incubation through expansion, offering access to Thailand’s Science Park, Intellectual Property licensing support, and fully furnished workspaces. This BOI accredited Park serves as a fertile breeding ground for entrepreneurial endeavours and provides an opportunity for entrepreneurs to tap into a diverse network of over 1,500 English-speaking postgraduate students from around 45 countries. Further to these benefits, investors…
A run-of-the-mill day took a shocking turn for a local man, Somboon Onjaeng, who discovered the lifeless body of an unidentified foreigner amidst the quiet, dense forest of Lop Buri province, nestled in the heartland of Thailand. The report, brimming with chilling details, suggests a homicide incident. The police, having rushed to the scene of this gruesome find, believe that the unknown man was murdered and later burned in an attempt to conceal the evidence. Approximately at 10 am, on an unsuspecting morning of September 12th, 55-year-old Somboon, a native to the area, took a ride to his local fishing spot. On his way, he observed an eerie object, which at first glance appeared to be a mannequin, discarded dispassionately. A sense of dread washed over him as he moved closer, and the indignant truth revealed itself – it was a charred, lifeless human male body. The first respondents –…
Rangsiman Rome, the spokesperson for the Move Forward Party, has recently come forward with bold allegations of corruption within the Thai government system. Unpacking a series of malfeasance pointing towards top government officials, he uncovers a disturbing underbelly of deceit and manipulation that he asserts, needs staunch rectification. According to Rome, dubious deals have been cut, compromising the integrity of the administration. Case in point, he shed light on the illicit sale of Thai electricity to an infamous drug lord from Myanmar. His accusations go so far as to suggest the involvement of two former heavy-weight police chiefs, as well as the police aviation unit. Being a passionate advocate for a clean and honest government system, the 31-year-old politician couldn’t help but raise questions regarding the stance Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin would take on this issue. Would he dare initiate legal proceedings against the formidable former Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha?…
A peculiar instance of a mobile phone morphing into an impromptu lifesaving tool surfaced in the Isaan province of Chaiyaphum, Thailand. A young Thai woman was saved from a potentially fatal bullet wound when the bullet, fired by her ex-lover, was intercepted by her cell phone. She sustained a minor injury near her waist but was otherwise unharmed. Ratda, a 24-year-old resident of the province, who’s currently recuperating at Khon Sawan Hospital, narrated her horrifying ordeal to the law enforcement authorities and local media. She was ambushed by her ex-boyfriend, a 29-year-old named Thongbon, on her way back home on her motorcycle. Thongbon fired two shots at Ratda; one missed the intended target, while the other struck her mobile phone first before penetrating her body. Despite the harrowing circumstance, Ratda displayed remarkable bravery. She managed to escape from the scene and rode her motorcycle to a nearby neighborhood, alerting her…
The online marketplace has come under the scrutinizing gaze of The Food and Drug Administration (FDA), revealing three health supplement products attempting to peddle overstated benefits, even after their registrations were terminated. These products, boldly exhibited on online storefronts, dare to make staggering claims; With promises of controlling sugar levels, burning fat, and curbing appetites, these products have allured unsuspecting consumers. In a recently unveiled report, the FDA disclosed its findings on the advertising conduct of health products on digital platforms. Specifically, three products were identified, each daring to make extravagant claims that tread on the edge of credibility. Firstly, Mix Oil Oriji, a signature product under the Veeric brand, carries a food registration number 70-1-27160-5-0205. This product proclaims a myriad of health benefits: From managing sugar and cholesterol levels, combating free radicals, reducing ageing symptoms, nourishing several body parts including your eyes, bones, nails, hair, and even improves neurological…
During the wee hours of Wednesday, in a gripping pursuit on the banks of the Mekong River in Ban Phaeng district, Nakhon Phanom, three drug smugglers abandoned their contraband cargo upon being accosted by staunch army rangers. The scene could have been ripped right from a thriller novel as the imposing expanse of the Mekong River stood as the backdrop to a chill-inducing confrontation. (Courtesy of the 21st Rangers Regiment) What seemed like a regular quiet night along the serenely flowing Mekong River took a high-stepping turn when a cache of over 250,000 methamphetamine pills, meticulously packed in sacks, was hurled aside by three smugglers in a desperate attempt to dodge the army rangers. The unsuspecting location of the life-altering showdown? None other than the tranquil Ban Phaeng district of Nakhon Phanom province. The stage for the ambush was carefully set by the paramilitary rangers along the riverbank in Ban…