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Amidst a dramatic crackdown on call centre scams in Thailand, the nation’s government has managed to trim financial losses by an impressive 20%. This was achieved through some rather unconventional methods, including cutting off power, Internet, and fuel supplies to notorious fraud hubs straddling the borders of Myanmar and Cambodia. Over a hundred suspects now find themselves staring down the barrel of potential arrest warrants, while new legislation aims to hold banks, telecom giants, and social media platforms accountable for scam-related damages. The country’s Digital Economy and Society Minister, Prasert Chantararuangthong, proudly announced the success of their targeted efforts against these scam networks. “By cutting utilities like electricity, Internet, and oil supplies, we’ve managed to reduce daily scam losses to 50 million baht. Previously, we were facing losses around a staggering 100 million baht each day,” he explained. This bold step is part of the government’s all-out assault on the…

In the ever-dynamic world of Thai politics, all eyes are trained on the riveting no-confidence debate set to unfold on March 24. The Palang Pracharath Party’s chief, Gen Prawit Wongsuwon, is poised to take center stage, leading his party’s MPs in their high-stakes charge against Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra. This political showdown promises to be nothing short of a spectacle, with fiery exchanges and intricate political maneuvering. The PPRP’s allotted two hours will be packed with questions aimed to scrutinize the prime minister’s past decisions and present governance. According to the party’s meticulous secretary-general, Paiboon Nititawan, the debate will spotlight contentious issues such as the government’s management of former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra’s incarceration at the prestigious Police General Hospital and the long-debated 2001 maritime claims agreement in the Gulf of Thailand. But that’s not all; other hot topics like the Alpine land dispute and the controversial casino-entertainment complex project…

In the heart of bustling Bangkok, a crescendo of action unfurled as Rukchanok Srinork, a dynamic People’s Party MP, stepped deliberately onto the political stage. She had set her sights on a pivotal cause, daring to urge Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra to embark on a transformative journey: the merger of three key social funds into one formidable entity. With a flair for both diplomacy and determination, Ms. Rukchanok, serving as the eloquent spokeswoman for the House Committee dedicated to scrutinizing the intricacies of state budgetary planning and spending for the Social Security Office (SSO), engaged in a compelling discourse with the SSO’s astute secretary-general, Marasri Jairangsee. Their mission? To unfurl the scrolls of information and illuminate the murky mysteries surrounding the management of Thailand’s Social Security system. But as with all quests, it wasn’t smooth sailing. In this high-stakes meeting, the veritable tug-of-war of decision-making came to light. On the…

The political stage is set, and tensions are rising as the Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP), spearheaded by its charismatic leader, Gen Prawit Wongsuwon, prepares to launch a formidable no-confidence debate against Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra. The highly anticipated political showdown, scheduled for March 24, promises to be a spectacle, with party secretary-general Paiboon Nititawan hinting at some heated discussions. It’s shaping up to be an event with the strategic genius of Gen Prawit leading the charge. As the curtains rise on this political drama, the PPRP has been allocated a two-hour window to challenge the prime minister, a fact that’s already generating significant buzz. With Gen Prawit at the helm, the air is thick with anticipation. Among the burning issues poised to set the sparks flying are the government’s past leniency towards former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra’s detention in a premium hospital ward and the decades-old maritime disputes in the…

In the fast-paced digital age, where every tweet can ignite a firestorm and every post serves as a potential pivot for change, one Facebook post has taken center stage. From the bustling streets of Thailand, the saga of Fair Party MP Kannavee Suebsang and his claims about letters purportedly penned by Uyghur detainees has caught widespread attention. Imagine this: an earnest parliamentarian, armed with a fiery conviction, presenting letters as a beacon of hope for Uyghur detainees allegedly penned from behind the unforgiving bars of Klong Prem Central Prison. Their message? A heart-wrenching plea to Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, urging for safety in any third country rather than facing the perilous roads back to China. But this narrative, as gripping as a detective novel, hit a snag when the Department of Corrections (DoC) stepped in. With the precision of forensics experts, officials at Klongprem Central Prison meticulously examined the…

In an effort to forge new paths of international cooperation, Thai Foreign Minister Maris Sangiampongsa recently embarked on a vital diplomatic mission to the booming hub of Qatar. Embracing the warmth of Doha’s desert sands, the distinguished envoy met with Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani, Qatar’s illustrious Prime Minister and Foreign Minister. It was a meeting marked by hope, resilience, and the shared vision of triumphing over adversity. The epicenter of their discussions was a staggering international conundrum involving one Thai citizen still held hostage by the tumultuous forces of Hamas in Gaza. The gravity of the situation is heightened by the poignant tales of two Thai workers who tragically lost their lives, leaving sorrow etched into the hearts of their families. But where there’s shadow, there’s also light. With unwavering resolve, Qatar, known for its diplomatic sagacity, has promised to pull every conceivable string to locate the…

On the bustling World Obesity Day 2025, March 1st witnessed a poignant and necessary dialogue about Bangkok’s well-being as Governor Chadchart Sittipunt underscored the city’s urgent need to tackle its mounting obesity issues. The distinguished event, “Changing Systems, Healthier Lives,” was hosted at the iconic SIAMSCAPE building, serving as a powerful platform to unveil stark statistics from the city’s comprehensive health check-up initiative. Governor Sittipunt made a profound statement, “Cities and their residents are intrinsically linked. If the city is obese, so are its people.” The health check-ups, covering a substantial 520,000 citizens—on track to reach a million—revealed that a staggering 34% are grappling with being overweight, while 25% are enduring the hardships of diabetes. Alongside these numbers, there’s a chilling revelation about high blood lipid levels in many individuals. In a commendable response, the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) charted out a vibrant array of countermeasures. Among these initiatives is…

Amidst the bustling metropolis that is Bangkok, a groundbreaking initiative is set to revolutionize the way the city tackles air quality issues, particularly around PM2.5 fine dust pollution—a notorious menace to urban life. On the auspicious date of February 28, 2025, this remarkable journey commenced as Governor Chadchart Sittipunt graciously welcomed an array of state-of-the-art monitors, courtesy of a handover ceremony staged in the elegant Amarin Room at Bangkok City Hall (Sao Chingcha), nestled within the picturesque Phra Nakhon District. This project is not just a fleeting exercise in environmental aesthetics but rather a well-strategized attempt at bolstering public awareness concerning indoor air quality within BMA-affiliated institutions. The monitors, generously supported by the innovatively driven Qualcomm Wireless Reach Program, transcend mere measurement. They’re equipped to analyze an extensive spectrum of environmental factors, from the typical temperature and humidity measurements to the more intricate scrutiny of air pressure, PM10 dust particles,…

In the heart of the bustling Phra Nakhon District, where the echoes of history intertwine with modern diplomacy, a rather exhilarating gathering took place at none other than the Suthat Room, nestled within the impressive edifice of Bangkok City Hall. In an atmosphere abuzz with anticipation, Governor Chadchart Sittipunt, renowned for his unwavering commitment to progressive governance, cordially received the prestigious AMCHAM delegation. Alongside, the astute Deputy Governor Sanon Wangsrangboon and the impressive Chief Sustainability Officer Pornphrom Vikitsreth stood ready, eager to engage in profound discourses that promised to shape the future of sustainable practices in Thailand. The agenda, primed for a heady meeting of minds, spun around the buzzing topic of sustainable waste management, a subject marrying urgency with innovation. With a shared goal of nurturing Thailand’s trade and investment climate, the discussions hovered above the table, ready to both challenge and inspire. Governor Chadchart, with an affable charm…

Imagine stumbling upon a secret jungle kingdom where the air is rich with the scent of ripe bananas and creamy durians, hidden within the heart of a national forest in Chanthaburi’s Khlung district. Well, that’s exactly what authorities discovered—a sprawling plantation of 400 rai, nestled snugly in a government-protected woodland, now at the center of a puzzling mystery. As the drama unfolds, officials are hot on the trail to unearth the elusive owners of this clandestine farm. Authorities in the region seem to be on a scavenger hunt of sorts, uncovering these secretive agricultural haunts like Easter eggs hidden by ambitious Chinese investors. Rumor has it, they’re getting a foothold by enlisting local Thai nominees to play the part of landowners. Just this week, a formidable troop of police and Royal Forest Department officers embarked on a mission to the durian and banana haven in tambon Bor Wen, armed with…