In the early hours of Wednesday, a gripping incident unfolded at a checkpoint in Nakhon Sawan’s Phayuha Khiri district, where sixteen illegal migrants from Myanmar were discovered in a rather tight and unexpected setting – inside an enclosed box in the bed of a pickup truck. An arrest scene captured on a police video clip, courtesy of Chalit Poomruang, showcased the tense atmosphere and urgency of the situation. Responding to a tip-off, the vigilant drug suppression police at the checkpoint flagged down a black pickup sporting Bangkok licence plates around 1 am. The information they had was that two vehicles suspected of carrying illegal migrants were navigating along Phahonyothin Road from Mae Sot district in Tak province. Pol Col Paitoon Ngamlap, chief of the Narcotics Suppression Bureau’s drug interdiction unit, oversaw the operation with meticulous precision. On inspecting the first pickup, the officers came across three Thai individuals: 48-year-old driver…
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Siam Piwat Group is shaking up the tourism sector with a novel initiative: the “ONESIAM Tourist Grand Giveaway” campaign. This inventive endeavor is geared towards encouraging tourism and amplifying visitor spending by offering international tourists a bounty of experiences and exclusive privileges worth over 16 million baht from July 1, 2024, to September 30, 2024. Teaming up with the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and over 40 prominent companies spanning 12 different industries, Siam Piwat Group wants to catapult Thailand to the forefront of global travel destinations. The leading property and retail developer boasts some iconic spots like Siam Paragon, Siam Center, Siam Discovery, ICONSIAM, ICS, and Siam Premium Outlets Bangkok, which collectively lure droves of visitors both locally and globally. According to Tanavan Arkaleephan, the Senior Director of Tourist Relations for Siam Piwat Group, “Our retail premises are renowned global destinations that have become must-visit locations for tourists around…
A splendid new structure over the serene waters of the Nakhon Chaisri River is set to make its grand debut in the picturesque province of Nakhon Pathom. Promising a remarkable boost to local traffic management and the economy, this bridge is ready to unveil its purpose, as endorsed by the Department of Rural Roads (DRR). Carrying the official name “Ngiew Rai-Sampathuan Bridge,” this impressive edifice elegantly connects the vibrant tambon Ngiew Rai with the bustling tambon Sampathuan, nestled in the heart of Nakhon Chaisri district. DRR director-general Apirat Chaiwongnoi proudly shares the news of this infrastructural marvel. Constructed with the vision of providing a vital new artery for the transportation of goods, away from the chaotic city center, the bridge stands ready to redefine local commuting and logistics. It features two lanes, generously nine meters wide, stretching an impressive 400 meters in length. This fabulous piece of engineering came to…
It was a scene straight out of a heist movie! Imagine the shockwave that rippled across Bangkok when police nabbed Nava Hongsakul, a man who had seemingly been living a double life right under his boss’s nose. Captured in a dramatic turn of events, Nava was apprehended right in front of the Royal Thai Police headquarters on a sunny Tuesday afternoon. The backdrop of this unforgettable arrest was nothing short of theatrical. Nava, 36, had been employed as a driver for advertising mogul Krisana Thanomsab, CEO of Belink Media. His journey began in 2022, when the native of Samut Prakan stepped into the life of Thanomsab, seemingly just another chauffeur. What nobody suspected was the hidden agenda that lay beneath his outwardly loyal demeanor. It was a tranquil day on May 4 when fate played into Nava’s hands. A sudden fire erupted in the electrical control room of Thanomsab’s grand…
Thailand’s Thap Lan National Park is at the heart of a riveting and contentious debate, sparking lively public discourse and passionate arguments from all sides. The Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation (DNP) is currently holding public hearings regarding a proposal to demarcate 265,286 rai of Thap Lan National Park as non-protected land. This significant shift, designed to make way for agricultural activities, has captured the attention and stirred the emotions of many. While some villagers, who have long been residing in the park even before it was officially declared a national park, are in favor of the plan, a wave of conservationists and concerned citizens are ringing the alarm bells over this controversial move. This plan, originally brought forward by the Office of the National Land Policy Board (ONLPB) and based on the consolidated “One Map” system introduced in 2000, aims to streamline multiple land-mapping systems used…
Thai and Polish medical technology entrepreneurs on Tuesday posed for a lively group photo with Polish ambassador, Artur Dmochowski (centre with glasses), and Wiwat Hemmondharop, Vice Chairman of the Federation of Thai Industries, to his left, just before the much-anticipated seminar. Captured by Poramet Tangsathaporn, the photo radiated a sense of unity and excitement about future prospects. In recent years, Thailand and Poland have enjoyed robust trade ties, but there’s a growing consensus that it’s time to take this partnership to the next level. In his opening remarks at the seminar in Bangkok, Polish ambassador Artur Dmochowski emphasized the potential for further strengthening business cooperation, particularly through medical technology investment. “Our nations already share a strong bond, but the world of medical technology offers endless possibilities for deeper economic, commercial, and technological collaboration,” he proclaimed. Dmochowski lauded Thailand’s healthcare system, recognizing it as one of the world’s finest, and a…
In the serene surroundings of Kaeng Krachan National Park in Phetchaburi, a storm is brewing among the locals. The cause? A proposed private dolomite mine set to open on a 540-rai plot of land, merely a kilometer away from the lush embrace of the national park. The very idea has ignited a flurry of concerns among residents who fear for their way of life and the pristine environment of the park. Recently, Somchet Chantana, the vigilant director of the Phetchaburi Office of the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation (DNP), made his way to the contested land. In tow were officials from the World Heritage Committee and the ever-watchful park rangers, ready to scrutinize the proposed mining site. Mr. Somchet laid out three major worries regarding the dolomite mine. Foremost among them is the looming disapproval from the World Heritage Committee. The mine’s projected location within the buffer…
In a major infrastructural leap, the serene province of Nakhon Pathom is set to unveil its latest marvel—the Ngiew Rai-Sampathuan Bridge—which elegantly spans the picturesque Nakhon Chaisri River. According to the Department of Rural Roads (DRR), this newly minted connector promises not only to alleviate traffic woes but also to inject a fresh pulse into the local economy. DRR’s director-general, Mr. Apirat Chaiwongnoi, shared insights into the grandiose endeavor. The bridge seamlessly links tambon Ngiew Rai and tambon Sampathuan, creating a vital artery in the heart of Nakhon Chaisri district. More than just a conduit for vehicles, the Ngiew Rai-Sampathuan Bridge is an emblem of progress, pivoting rural areas towards modernity and economic prosperity. Standing proud at a majestic nine metres wide and stretching 400 metres long, this two-lane bridge is a testament to robust engineering. Materialized from reinforced concrete with a sleek asphalt surface, the bridge commands an investment…
The Khok Nong Na Model (“Mound, Marsh, and Rice Field”) is a groundbreaking agricultural model spearheaded by His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua. This innovative model blends sustainable economic principles with the aim of enhancing the people’s happiness. Under this model, farmers are encouraged to allocate their land into equal segments for cultivating plants, constructing a pond, and building a home. Last year, in celebration of the King’s 71st birthday, the Bangkok Post delved into the significance and principles of the Khok Nong Na Model by speaking with former agriculture and cooperatives minister Wiwat Salyakamthorn. He currently serves as the chairman of the Sufficiency Economy Institute and founded the Agri-Nature Foundation, positioning him as one of the primary proponents of the model. The model was initially depicted in a drawing by His Majesty the King and is part of his broader intent to honor the legacy of his late…
The government has yet to ask the Council of State for legal counsel regarding the proposal to utilize funds from the Bank for Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperatives (BAAC) for the much-talked-about digital wallet scheme, revealed Pakorn Nilprapunt, the council’s secretary-general. When probed on whether the government needs the council’s advice to allocate money from the national budget for the handout programme, he clarified that there’s no necessity since the government holds the reins on budget management. On the topic of whether the government’s reach extends to using funds from the national budget’s central pool for this scheme, Mr. Pakorn stated that the Budget Bureau supervises the central fund geared for emergencies. He emphasized that it’s up to the Bureau to assess if any fund requisition matches its pre-set criteria. In earlier announcements, the government disclosed its plan to funnel 172 billion baht from the BAAC to support the digital wallet…