Day: March 9, 2024

Hanoi: Spokeswoman of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pham Thu Hang on March 9 voiced Vietnam’s deep concern over the recent tension in the East Sea while responding to the media’s question about the China – Philippines tension around Bai Co May (Second Thomas Shoal).

Vietnam is deeply concerned about the recent tension in the East Sea that may affect peace, security, and stability in the waters, she stated.

Any activity in the East Sea must adhere to international law, especially the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS); respect countries’ sovereignty, sovereign right, and jurisdiction established in line with the UNCLOS; not complicate the situation or escalate tensions; guarantee the freedom of navigation and overflight; and not use or threaten to use force, Hang noted.

‘We call on the parties concerned to exercise self-restraint, seriously implement the Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in the East Sea (DOC), resolve disputes by peaceful means, and together contribute to th
e maintenance of peace, stability, and cooperation in the East Sea,’ the Spokeswoman added./.

Source: Vietnam News Agency

Democrat Party, ‘Chanchai’ urges the NACC to appeal the ‘Road Show Yingluck Government’ case, Section 103/7, the NACC Act of 2011, as evidence, must announce the median price.

Mr. Chanchai Issarasenarak, former Nakhon Nayok MP from the Democrat Party (Democrat Party), announced that from the case of the Supreme Court’s Criminal Division for Persons Holding Political Positions, it was decided to dismiss the charges against Ms. Yingluck Shinawatra, former prime minister. In the case of the roadshow to build the future of Thailand 2020, he is of the opinion that the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) should file an appeal. Because the median price has not been disclosed. The court did not mention Section 103/7 of the National Anti-Corruption Act of 2009, Amendment No. 2 of 2011, which states that government agencies must prepare income data. Detailed expenses related to procurement Especially the median price and the calculation of the median price in the electronic information system. so that the publ
ic can inspect This section makes politicians and government officials afraid. Because it is important and has been used in discussions of no confidence Ms. Yingluck Until it was the source of his removal from office. and has been criminally prosecuted under the NACC law.

Mr. Chanchai said that Section 103/7 of the NACC law is clearly stated in the second paragraph. In order to check the financial route both of government officials with authority to use the budget Procurement and construction bidders or other government work The payment must be made by check. or transfer through a financial institution Along with the name of the payer and recipient of the money, it is prohibited to disburse the money in cash. To prevent and detect corruption Auction house or illegal acts of corruption

In addition, Section 103/7, paragraph four, also requires that every government agency that will undertake procurement must show the median price and calculation method within 6 months or 180 days. The NACC has issued letter n
o. 0028/ 0093, dated 9 Nov. 2011, informing Ms. Yingluck that the NACC Law Amendment 2011, Sections 103/7 and 103/8 have come into effect. Opening of auctions for government work to use the national budget. The median price and calculation method must be displayed to the public within 180 days as required by law. But the Prime Minister’s Secretariat issued a most urgent letter, No. 0505/W 265, dated December 16, 2011, informing back that the Cabinet was not ready to comply with the NACC law, claiming that it was an obstacle to government administration. and does not comply with the regulations of the Office of the Prime Minister regarding supplies, B.E. 2535

Later, the NACC sent a letter to the Prime Minister’s Secretariat again on February 21, 2012 regarding the review of the Cabinet resolution, emphasizing that the law had passed the parliament’s consideration. and has become effective in all government agencies Therefore, it must be strictly followed. Otherwise, it will be considered intentional violation
of the NACC law.

Mr. Chanchai also said that it appeared that Ms. Yingluck Prime Minister at that time Has been assigned to the Secretary-General of the Prime Minister It was a signatory to hire two private companies to use the central budget to organize a road show on October 1, 2013 without complying with the NACC Act of 2011, Section 103/7, but announced the information after Already entered into an employment contract with a private company before being subjected to a debate of no confidence in the government at that time Just one day, November 26, 2013, so please follow the next episode on why even the soldiers who revolutionized power are afraid of this section of good law. Even though the draft constitution was designed to combat corruption, they ordered the cancellation of enforcement of this section from Current NACC law .

Source: Thai News Agency

France, The Prime Minister gave an interview to the media summarizing the results of discussions with 12 leading private sector companies, confident that opportunities would be opened. Attract investment Develop Thai potential

Mr. Settha Thavisin, Prime Minister, gave an interview to the media about the mission on the first day in Paris. Republic of France, the Prime Minister said that on the first day of meeting with business sectors in France, all 12 people covered every business sector, from automobiles, fashion, hotels, airplanes, food, industrial plants.

1. ACCOR group is the world’s largest hotel chain group with more than 100 hotels in Thailand. They want to come and plan tourism plans together with the government. and would like to join a joint venture with a Thai fund such as a pension fund to expand the business – building hotels in the three southern border provinces.

2.Michelin Company: The company uses a lot of rubber in Thailand. There are factories in Thailand doing business for a long time
. Hoping for Thailand to help with ease of doing business

3.Federation Haute Couture, high fashion association It is a federation to promote young designers who want to do activities with Thailand, including events, fashion shows, and create an institute to provide knowledge to Thai students. The Prime Minister has invited them to come and do events in Thailand during this April. Organize an event similar to the Paris Fashion Show in Bangkok.

4. Comité Colbert is an organization that strives to push brands. all over the world working together effectively and is an organization that provides brand knowledge and designers around the world Including in the area of ??soft power as well, the Prime Minister invited the said organization to provide knowledge. through cooperation with the National Softpower Strategy Committee

5.Michelin guide The company sees that Thailand has great potential in food. Ready to promote the food industry within Thailand To attract more tourists to experience food in Thailand. Thaila
nd hopes to enhance cooperation with Michelin to help promote co-organization of various events both in Thailand and abroad. In order to strengthen Thailand’s potential, this quarter from the end of November to December 2024, a world-class food festival will be held in Chiang Mai Province.

6. Richemont Company is a group of companies that owns world-famous brands such as Cartier, Van Cleef and Arpels, IWC. Thailand has the highest sales volume in the world. The Prime Minister has asked for cooperation in doing so. Collaboration with Thai brands To promote the potential of Thai designers Including quality Thai ingredients as well as inviting people to join activities such as popup stores, co-promotion and other activities. That will promote tourism.

7.Valeo, a company specialized in the design and manufacture of components, integrated systems and modules for the automotive industry. It is famous for its innovation in technology development and production. for traditional combustion engines and electric vehic
les, with the Prime Minister inviting them to expand investment in Thailand Pushing to create an ecosystem for EV cars is another step closer to the Future Mobility Hub and being the Detroit of Asia.

8.Airbus Company promotes Aviation Hub with Airbus Group. The company has air security technology. Thailand has the potential to expand the regional center of excellence in support and services. flight operations

9. Forvia Company is a company that produces equipment parts that use innovation. and new technologies are used, which will lead to the use of clean energy. Encourage production plants that still use the ICE system to be more considerate of the environment. To reduce the amount of carbon emissions

10.EssilorLuxottica Company Production of eyeglass lenses The company praises Thai skilled workers. And there are plans to increase the number of employees from 6,000 to 12,000 people. Therefore, we hope that the government will support Human resource development and want Thailand to move forward with FTA ne
gotiations with the European Union to complete it quickly.

11. Discussed with Stellantis, the world’s number 4 automobile manufacturing company, which discussed to create cooperation. The company is interested in investing in Thailand. which the government is ready to support

12.YOUTUBE The Prime Minister talked with the Global Head of Music expert of youtube, who is an expert on the music business. Let’s invite the Prime Minister to have his own YouTube channel by sending a book and sending a list of more than 20 leaders who have their own YouTube channels, who they are and what they need to do.

On this occasion, both sides spoke about the goals that the Thai government has set for next year to be the year of music festivals, guidelines for organizing events and inviting A list singers to participate in festivals in Thailand.

Source: Thai News Agency

Hanoi: Vietnam has risen to become a regional trade and innovation hub, and there is a lot New Zealand can learn from Vietnam’s experience and expertise, CEO of the Asia New Zealand Foundation Suzannah Jessep has assessed in an interview with the Vietnam News Agency (VNA)’s correspondents in Oceania.

Talking to the VNA reporters on the occasion of Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh’s official visit to New Zealand on March 10 and 11, Jessep highlighted the significance of the trip as it provides an opportunity for both countries to further deepen their relationship at the highest levels and to exchange perspectives on a whole range of issues important to them. ‘Arriving with such a senior and large delegation signals the investment Vietnam is making in the relationship, and of the importance it places on this engagement,’ she said.

According to the CEO, next year, Vietnam and New Zealand will mark the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations. Over the last five decades, the two sides have seen significant growth
over the decades in people-to-people connections as well as growth in business, government, arts, defence and security, sports, science and other areas.

The expert held that: ‘There is a vibrancy to the relationship today that deserves celebration – but it also a platform from which we should look to catapult future growth.’

Recalling the upgrade of the bilateral relationship to a ‘strategic partnership’ in 2020, she said this was an acknowledgement of the closer ties the two countries have forged together and an expression of intent that they want to continue to look for ways to work together and advance mutual interests. New Zealand has teamed up with Vietnam to grow its agriculture sector, build resilience to climate change and disasters, and support the development of a highly-skilled and educated workforce. ‘We also have many friends in common. Our two countries have an opportunity to collaborate with others as we respond to climate change and other challenges that are impervious to geographic borders.
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Jessep said New Zealand and Vietnam are advocates for a peaceful region governed by the rule of law, respect for sovereignty and freedom of navigation. She recommended the two nations, alongside other Southeast Asian countries and regional powers, to continue to work together to protect and promote their interconnected, prosperous and stable region.

Concerning the prospects of the Vietnam – New Zealand relationship in the future, she assessed that there is great potential to grow cooperation across almost every sector. ‘At the Asia New Zealand Foundation, we work to help build connections between talented New Zealanders and their counterparts in Asia. This includes incredible young entrepreneurs who are designing solutions to tomorrow’s challenges – whether it be future food needs, climate adaptation, technology, green energy and so on. But we also invest in growing connections between our communities, as the basis for developing stronger, deeper country relations. Vietnamese students who study in New Zea
land are thriving, and bring with them skills and cultural acumen that we need.’

According to the expert, in April, the foundation plans to take a group of young New Zealand leaders to Vietnam to learn about the country, its economy, history, and to build connections with young Vietnamese leaders. In May, it will lead a delegation of emerging art curators to Vietnam to learn about Vietnam’s burgeoning arts scene and make connections with arts practitioners. The foundation will also welcome a delegation of tourism and agribusiness entrepreneurs from Southeast Asia, including from Vietnam, to learn about New Zealand’s agricultural and tourism sectors and share ideas with their local counterparts.

‘Connections such as these help us to grow trade connections, but they also help us to see the relationship beyond a trade lens and I believe this is imperative to building stronger, lasting ties,’ the CEO concluded./.

Source: Vietnam News Agency

France, The Prime Minister discussed increasing opportunities for Thailand to host the Formula E race, Art Basel art event, and visit the Thai product market.

Today (March 9, 2024) at 9:30 a.m. (Paris local time) at Cafe de la Paix, Mr. Settha Thavisin, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, Meet with the executives of Formula E, the organizer of the electric car competition.

Formula E is interested in organizing an EV racing competition in Thailand, where the Prime Minister will meet with executives again to explore the area of ??Chiang Mai Province, Thailand, which next year 2025 will be Thailand’s Golden Year of Tourism.

Subsequently, at 9:50 a.m., the Prime Minister met with the organizers of Art Basel, which is a world-class art event. During this discussion with the steering committee of Art Basel, the Prime Minister invited the organizers to organize an art event in Thailand. as an opportunity to stimulate Thai tourism Attracting tens of thousands of world-class art lovers to buy and sell art in T
hailand. In addition to helping stimulate the economy It is also an open stage for Thai artists to showcase their skills. Creativity in art

After that, we traveled to Galeries Lafayette, stopping at the 2nd and 3rd floors of the department store, where there is a dome, which is considered the symbol of the department store. We also stopped by the young designer zone where we discussed with the department store management. that he would like to see more Thai products for sale Increase opportunities for Thai traders and Thai designers I want the reputation of Thai people to be better known here. and would like to have joint activities with the French department store, such as setting up a popup to quickly find the potential for cooperation with young Thai designers. After that, they traveled to the Tang Freres retail department store to explore the Thai product market.

Source: Thai News Agency

France, The Prime Minister, along with Ms. Pae Thongthan, show off Thai soft power in the middle of Paris, France, wearing a loincloth. Wearing an indigo-dyed cotton coat Talk about department stores opening areas to sell products.

March 9 at 10:40 a.m. local time in Paris, French Republic, Mr. Settha Thavisin, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance along with Ms. Paetongthan Shinawatra, Vice Chairman of the Soft Power Strategy Committee Follow the shopping atmosphere inside the Galéries Lafayette department store and talk with the department store’s executives. To open up space for Thai designers to bring their products to sell within the department store.

However, visiting the area this time The Prime Minister brought a loincloth from Kalasin Province, alternating purple, black and white with a checkered pattern. Let’s make a scarf. Chu Soft Power Thai This is the fourth scarf that the Prime Minister has used while traveling abroad.

While Miss Pae Thongthan wore a Thai cloth coat made from indigo-dyed c
otton from Sakon Nakhon Province, also colored in turquoise. which is the dissemination of Thai community products to the international eyes.

Source: Thai News Agency

The Prime Minister invites Airbus to invest in upgrading Thai airports. Ready to believe in meeting the French private sector in various fields It will lead to increased investment opportunities. which will be beneficial to the people and the country .

Source: Thai News Agency

Acting Prime Minister Somsak presents the football trophy to the political media. Points out to help strengthen relationships and unity Watch and have fun playing together. Along with thanking you for helping support government work.

On March 9, 2024 at 4:00 p.m., Mr. Somsak Thepsuthin, Deputy Prime Minister As Acting Prime Minister Participated in football competition activities with political media. at the Military Communications Department field Royal Thai Armed Forces Headquarters, Songprapha Road, Don Mueang, with more than 60 media members participating, which were divided into 4 teams before the winners were brought to compete for the Deputy Prime Minister’s Trophy.

Mr. Somsak said that today’s football competition activities To strengthen relations with political media. Ready to promote the media Have a healthy body and creating unity He would like to congratulate all those who won awards. From this, he is of the view that football competition activities should be organized more often. In order to
be able to change the champion continuously

‘I followed the competition and it was very entertaining, with someone winning the Golden Shoe as well. which in Thailand No one has ever received it, but today there is someone who won an award and we would like to praise and thank the media. who have worked together and has supported government work which was presented to the people I therefore asked the media Good physical health,’ said the Deputy Prime Minister.

Source: Thai News Agency