As it travels into Thailand, tropical storm Noru has transitioned from a super typhoon to depression after experiencing significant weakening. In spite of this, the Thai Meteorological Department has continued to caution residents in all 64 provinces to be on the lookout for heavy to heavy rainfall, which has the potential to trigger flash flooding and overflows. After wreaking havoc in Thailand’s northeast earlier this week, the department reported yesterday that Noru was now traveling in a west-by-northwest direction at a speed of approximately 10 kilometers per hour. According to the department’s estimates, the center of the depression was experiencing wind gusts of approximately 55 kilometers per hour. Yesterday, satellite pictures were made available by the Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency. These photographs revealed that floods in the Chi and Mun river basins had affected more than 65,000 hectares of land. The provinces of Si Sa Ket, Surin, Roi…
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Due to the likelihood of violence and arrest, travelers should avoid demonstrations. Plan for local transport delays. The 2020 COVID-19 pandemic put an end to campus demonstrations. As a result of government protests, calls for monarchy reform increased. The Thai government has reinforced security in the nation’s capital in anticipation of protests when the Constitutional Court determines Prayut Chan-o-fate cha’s later today. The court will determine whether or not General Prayut’s eight-year term has expired. General Prayut seized control in a 2014 coup. Today, when the Constitutional Court decides on Gen. Prayut’s tenure, anti-government protesters will gather in Bangkok. Organizers plan protests at Pathumwan and Ratchaprasong between 2:00 pm and 5:00 pm. According to reports, activists would gather outside the Constitutional Court and the Tha Pra Chan campus of Thammasat University. Other potential locations include Asoke Intersection, Democracy Monument, Democrat Party Headquarters, Government House, Lumphini Park, National Assembly, and Victory…
Researchers in Thailand have produced a novel rice variety that is resistant to flooding just as torrential rains continue to lash the country. The leader of the team that worked on developing the new strain claims that it can thrive in any environment and has given it the name Hom Le Noi. The National Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology provides the personnel for this group.According to Dr. Theerayut Tuchinda, the leader of the research team, Hom Le Noi has the ability to withstand a variety of natural hazards. According to him, it is able to withstand the brown planthopper, a non-native insect that feeds on rice plants. According to him, it is also able to withstand a disease caused by bacterial leaf blight.According to Dr. Theerayut, the development of the new rice strain took a significant amount of time. According to him, work on the project got underway in…
The national airline of Thailand released the specifics of its winter season schedule on Monday, and just the day before, it received multiple honors at the Skytrax 2022 World Airline Awards. This morning, another wonderful news was announced. Flight TG649 departs Fukuoka at 11.40 am (local time) and arrives at Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok at 3.40 pm, whilst Flight TG648 departs Suvarnabhumi Airport at 1 am and arrives in Fukuoka at 8.10 am (local time). Economy round-trip tickets start at 15,385 Thai Baht per person, and business class tickets start at 59,920 Thai Baht per passenger. This promotion is valid for travel between the 30th of October and the 15th of December on any TG flight operated by THAI between now and the 7th of October. The advertised fares already include all applicable taxes (taxes and surcharges may change subject to currency exchange). Simply dial 02-356-1111 to access the THAI…
Tourism professionals and businesses have protested the fee because the sector is only beginning to return to profitability after being decimated for two years by Covid-19. Tourism and Sports Minister Pipat Ratchakitprakarn said the fee will remain. Tour groups with insurance may waive the tourist fee. Losses from tourist emergencies are not negligible. Last week should mark the end of collecting fees for land landings in Thailand. According to him, the law cannot be amended, only delayed. Proponents of the fee say the 300 Baht is needed to pay emergency costs with tourists, especially after the Covid disasters. Between 2017 and 2019, foreign patients seeking medical care but not paying their bills wasted over 350 million baht. The Health Ministry needed government cash to compensate hospitals. The Ministry has a contract with Krungsri Bank to handle the charge’s finances. In addition to kiosks, a smartphone app, and a website payment…
The RTF has come under fire from Thai internet users for the ceremony that will take place above Don Mueng Airport; however, they assert that the event will proceed as planned in order to uphold a time-honored custom of honoring a departing Air Force chief and welcoming a successor. The RTF has come under fire from Thai internet users for the ceremony that will take place above Don Mueng Airport. The RTF flew on September 23 and 27, between the hours of 1.45 and 2.45 in the afternoon. Additionally, the official timetable for the ceremony that will take place tomorrow will take place between the hours of 1.45 and 2.45 in the afternoon. As a result of the drills causing flight delays, passengers voiced a significant number of concerns about the inconvenience. The ceremony will be performed in order to pay tribute to the outgoing Commander of the Royal Thai…
More than 40 years after the government legalized and decriminalized cannabis, it is now used to cure ailments in Thailand. Thailand legalized medical marijuana in 2018. Initial recommendations for medical cannabis were limited. Thailand’s medical tourism booms. Thailand’s sophisticated medical facilities and traditional medicine mix herbal drugs, bodywork, and spiritual healing. Cannabis is used to treat insomnia, stress, anxiety, chronic pain, migraines, and chemotherapy-related muscle aches. Navaminthra’s “Doctor Gan” clinic is MCC.NV9 Doctorgan.cannabis. TCM Hospital Thailand. Mondays and Wednesdays, 8:30 am to noon, is Thai Traditional and Integrated Medicine Hospital’s hours. Medical cannabis treatments: 022-243-261. Chaeng Wattana Hospital for TCM. Thai Traditional and Integrated Medicine Hospital has a branch in the Lak Si Government Complex. Monday through Thursday, hospital hours are 8.30-4.30. Bookings: 0-2143-7759. Rajanagarinda Galya is in Wattana, Bangkok. Monday-Friday, 9-12. Information: 024-416-100. Cannabis is used in cooking and treatment in Thailand. Thai Healing Arts Institute calls marijuana a…
Smart Visa holders can stay four years without a work visa. Thailand has established innovation-based growth projects. Next-generation autos, affluent, medical, and wellness tourism, agricultural and biotechnology, aviation and logistics, biofuels and biochemicals, digital, medical hub, smart electronics, food for the future, automation, robots, and alternative dispute resolution are targeted. Top digital companies may invest more, said Danucha. Thailand is seeking to recruit wealthy foreigners and professionals. The new industries include national defense, those that support the circular economy, aviation and aerospace, technological innovation and startup ecosystem management, focused technology development, and international business hubs. Non-Thais can stay 10 years with the new LTR visa. Foreigners can receive a Smart Visa to work in Thailand’s 13 S-curve industries. Foreign direct investment (FDI) is rising, said Danucha Pichayanon, secretary-general of the National Economic and Social Development Council. 2023 elections and a global recession are Mr. Danucha’s top concerns. BYD’s massive investment…
As China celebrates its 73rd year as a republic, closer connections with Thailand are a top priority
As China celebrates its 73rd year as a republic, closer connections with Thailand are a top priority
This year’s anniversary marks China’s victory over Covid-19 and its effects, with normalcy largely restored. China will continue to develop despite Covid-19 and global unrest. Han: “We’ve created a civilization where everyone lives and eats well, erased poverty, and modernized completely.” China, with 1.4 billion people, has one of the lowest Covid infection and fatality rates in the world. Meanwhile, its economic growth exceeded the prediction of 2.3% in 2020 and jumped to 8.1% in 2021, he said. Politicians and business magnates from Thailand attended. House Speaker Chuan Leekpai, Charoen Pokphand Group Chairman Dhanin Chearavanont, and other lawmakers attended. Chuan Leekpai wished China a happy 73rd birthday. Chuan, who apologized for his poor Chinese, said Covid-19 showed the “strong and beautiful” bond between the two nations. According to him, China’s vaccination donation to Thailand was a “true friend in need” that was appreciated by all Thais. Chuan told reporters after…
The maximum number of weeks an abortion can be performed in Thailand has been increased from 12 to 20. The new legislation won’t take effect until September 26, 2018, exactly one month after the Ministry of Public Health makes its notification about it in the Royal Gazette, which was released on September 26. Women who are pregnant in Thailand now have the legal right to terminate their pregnancies up to 20 weeks into the pregnancy, provided that they contact a medical professional before performing the procedure. Before medically authorizing the abortion, the physician will provide the patient with all of the facts that will assist them in making their own choice about whether or not to terminate the pregnancy. Abortion in the first trimester of pregnancy was approved for legalization by the Thai Parliament in January of the previous year (up to 12 weeks). Despite this, women who aborted pregnancies…