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Justice Minister Thanks Indonesia for Arresting Thai Fugitive

5 June 2024 16:21

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BANGKOK, June 5 (TNA) – Minister of Justice, Pol. Col. Thawee Sodsong on Wednesday morning welcomed Pol.Col. Audie Sonny Latuheru, Head of the International Crime, Interpol Indonesia and his delegation, following the successful extradition of the fugitive inmate Chaowalit Thongduang, alias “Sia Paeng Nanod ” to Thailand. The Justice Minister expressed his gratitude to the […]

Bail Denied for Wife Allegedly Hiring Hitman to Kill Husband

5 June 2024 15:16

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BANGKOK, June 5 (TNA) – Police have detained Ms. Wannika Hamala, 37, the wife of Mr. Phichit Kliebjinda, 44, a Thai massage teaching business owner, also known as “Sia Ton,” pending a first hearing on charges of “hiring someone to commit murder. The investigators from Wang Thong Lang Police Station have opposed bail for Ms. […]

Court Schedules Next Hearing in MFP Dissolution Case for June 12

5 June 2024 14:35

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BANGKOK, June 5 (TNA) – The Constitutional Court has accepted the explanation submitted by the Move Forward Party regarding a petition for the party’s dissolution and has scheduled the next hearing on June 12. The court has warned both parties to refrain from making public comments about the case before a verdict is reached, as […]

Thai Escapee Flown to Bangkok for Further Detention After 7-Month Manhunt

5 June 2024 11:57

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NAKHON SI THAMMARAT, June 5 (TNA) – After an intense 10-hour interrogation, “Sia Paeng Na-node,” whose real name is Chaowalit Thongduang, was flown to Bangkok this morning for further detention at Bang Kwang Central Prison after Indonesian police handed him over to the Thai authorities yesterday upon his arrival at Nakhon Si Thammarat Airport. Special […]

Govt Unveils Tourism Boost Measures for Secondary Cities

4 June 2024 16:41

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BANGKOK, June 4 (TNA) – The Thai Cabinet has approved a set of tax measures to promote tourism in secondary cities during the low season. The initiative, effective from May 1 to November 30, 2024, aims to stimulate domestic travel and support related businesses such as restaurants, transport services, and homestays, which have been impacted […]

Thai SMEs Call for VAT on Imported Goods Below 1,500 Baht

4 June 2024 15:42

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BANGKOK, June 4 (TNA) – Thai SME entrepreneurs have been urging the government to impose a 7% value-added tax (VAT) on imported goods valued at or below 1,500 baht. They argue that the current exemption for such goods creates an unfair playing field, as Thai businesses are still subject to VAT on all their sales. […]

Illegal Chemical Storage Pollute Water

4 June 2024 11:22

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AYUTTHAYA, June 4 (TNA) – A joint inspection by police and industry officials found factories illegally storing hazardous chemicals in Ayutthaya and Rayong, causing groundwater contamination. The assistant to the National Police chief, Pol. Lt.Gen. Thatchai Pitaneelaboot and Deputy Director-General of the Department of Industrial Works, Sunthorn Kaewsawang visited the site of a factory illegally storing […]

Cabinet Approves Visa-Free Entry for Arab Tourists

28 May 2024 16:18

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BANGKOK, May 28 (TNA) – The Thai Cabinet has approved a visa-free policy for tourists from Arab countries in an effort to stimulate the economy and boost tourism revenue. The move comes after a successful trial period of visa-free entry for several countries in the past four months, which resulted in a 40% increase in […]

AoT Listens to Public Feedback for Don Mueang Airport Development

28 May 2024 16:02

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BANGKOK, May 28 (TNA) – Airports of Thailand (AoT) held its second public hearing for the Don Mueang Airport Development Phase 3 project. The aim of the meeting was to gather feedback and suggestions from stakeholders and relevant agencies to ensure that the project design meets their needs. AoT President, Kerati Kijmanawat on Tuesday chaired […]

BKK Governor Vows to Continue Improving City

28 May 2024 14:58

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BANGKOK, May 28 (TNA) – On the occasion of the 2nd anniversary of his administration, Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt held a press conference to highlight his achievements and outline his plans for the next two years. Governor Chadchart emphasized that his administration has focused on improving efficiency and transparency in all aspects of city governance. […]

Royal Motorcade Activist Granted Bail

28 May 2024 11:37

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BANGKOK, May 28 (TNA) – The Criminal Court has granted bail to Tantawan Tuatulanon, also known as ‘Tawan’ in a case under Section 116 related to the car honking incident during the royal motorcade on February 4. This was the eighth bail request submitted by Tawan’s family. The court granted bail under the condition that […]

Squid Fishing Competition Draws Crowds to Pattaya

28 May 2024 10:17

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CHONBURI, May 28 (TNA) – Squid fishing is usually done out at sea, but in Chonburi Province, a squid fishing competition was held right on the beach, drawing hundreds of eager participants. The event, “Pattaya Squid Fair 2024 Taste of The Sea: Beachfront Squid and Seafood Festival,” took place over the recent holiday weekend at […]