Day: March 10, 2024

Quang Nam: Boasting a coastline of 125 kilometres with stunning beaches such as Cua Dai, An Bang, Ha My and Tam Thanh, together with a wide range of small and large islands, the central province of Quang Nam has worked to capitalise on its resources for tourism development.

An Bang beach in Hoi An has made it name on the list of Travelers’ Choice Awards Best of the Best Beaches in Asia as voted by readers of Tripadvisor, one of the world’s largest travel guidance platforms.

As a having-it-all destination with powder-white sand, blue skies and stunning views, and home to a coral reef, making it a perfect spot for swimming and snorkeling, An Bang, together with Cham islet of Tam Hai island commune, has become a top drawcard in Quang Nam province.

Chairman of Quang Nam Tourism Association Phan Xuan Thanh said that An Bang and many other beaches of Quang Nam have been must-visit destinations for tourists, particularly foreigners.

Last year, Quang Nam hosted more than 7.5 million tourist arrivals, with more th
an 2.5 million choosing sea and island packages, he said, adding this demonstrates that sea and island tourism has been a magnet to tourists.

David Karl, a visitor from Australia, said he was impressed by Quang Nam’s tranquil villages, world heritage sites which have been well preserved, and beautiful beaches like An Bang and Ha My. However, he expects better transportation and more diversified tourism offerings since the locality have advantages to develop underwater sports.

In a meeting between travel firms and the Chairman of the provincial People’s Committee, Thanh said sea and island tourism is a new project with great potential for further development. However, the province has not injected adequate investment to enterprise capital.

He suggested the local authority work to remove roadblocks for the firms, with the focus given to support in tax, preferential loans, land for rent, reduction of power prices, as well as stimulus packages to make sea and island tourism an indispensable product in the chai
n of green tourism products.

Director of An Bang beach event festival company Le Ngoc Thuan said sea and island tourism holds the lion’s share of the number of tourists to Quang Nam every year.

In a bid to fully tap the local sea and island potential, the business community needs financial support from the state to develop and popularise new offerings and train its labour force.

According to Chairman of the provincial People’s Committee Le Tri Thanh said the province has seen protection of the ecological environment as a motive to develop green tourism and economy towards sustainable development.

Admitting that local sea and island tourism products lack connectivity and harmonious investment, Thanh said that the province is working to gradually remove the bottlenecks.

It has splashed out trillions of VND on coastal embankment construction, and is working closely with ministries, sectors and the French Development Agency (AFD) to implement a project on Hoi An beach erosion prevention and sustainable prote
ction worth 982 billion VND (39.77 million USD).

Upon completion in 2026, additional 3.5 kilometres along Hoi An beach will be safeguarded, he said, adding the project helps protect tourism resources while attracting investments that serve as a foundation for strong and sustainable sea and island tourism development./.

Source: Vietnam News Agency

France, Prime Minister explains after being criticized for spending 138 million baht to improve IT and fire systems. It’s not just about improving the lawn in front of the Thai Khu Fah building. Confirm that the budget is used legally at every step.

At 12.30 on March 10, 2024 (Paris local time France which is 6 hours slower than Thailand) Mr. Settha Thavisin, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Referring to the case where there is a picture of the renovation of the lawn in front of the Thai Khu Fah building. Government House Until there was criticism that the budget was as high as 138 million baht, saying it might be distorted information. Because a picture of the lawn in front of the Thai Khu Fah building was brought and it was said that the budget was as much as 138 million baht, which in reality was not just a renovation of the lawn. But there is an IT system. security system computer system and many other systems He believes that Everything is in accordance with the correct laws and regulations. whic
h this matter Deputy Secretary to the Prime Minister The management team has already explained.

As for the criticism that the budget was used too much? And was questioned whether the budget was within the framework or not. The Prime Minister confirmed that showing a picture of a lawn with a tractor and saying that the budget was 138 million baht may be a large amount, so other systems must be looked at. And look at the details as well, confirming that the government is trying to comply with all regulations. And take into account the efficient use of every baht of the budget.

Source: Thai News Agency

Bangkok, Just thinking about it is wrong. They came out to join together to race cars around Vibha, facing new charges of working together to try to race cars on the road. Heavy fines, vehicle confiscation, probation, 1 year community service.

Today (March 10, 2024) at 10:00 a.m. Pol. Lt. Gen. Samran Nuanma, Assistant Police Commander, as head of the working group to prevent and suppress driving without regard to safety or danger. suffering of others Road racing and other related offences. The Royal Thai Police has revealed the case of arresting a group of motorcycles gathered together preparing to race on Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Lak Si District, Bangkok. They have received complaints from citizens through hotlines 1599 and 191 that they found motorcycles. Gather together several cars. On Vibhavadi Rangsit Road night time Then they will compete all night. It creates a nuisance to the people who live in that area. Therefore ordered Traffic Police Division (Traffic Police Division) led by Pol. Maj. Gen. Surac
het Bandit, Traffic Police Commander, Pol. Col. Jamorn Thongphan, Deputy Traffic Police Commander, Pol. Col. Parin. Thor Chanlert, Superintendent of Police Station 2, Traffic Police, and Police Lieutenant Colonel Atsadawut Kwanmuang, Deputy Superintendent of Vibhavadi Rangsit Expressway Traffic Control Center, Police Station 2, Traffic Police, carried out the area to investigate and plan. and led to arrest On March 8, 2024 at 3:00 a.m., police officers were able to arrest a group of 7 motorcycles, 1 pickup truck, along with 7 suspects, whose names were later learned: 1. Mr. Thammarat, age 27 years, 2 Mr. Apiwat, age 19 years, 3. Mr. Anusorn, age 26 years, 4. Mr. Thawin, age 20 years, 5. Mr. Thammanoon, age 23 years, 6. Mr. Kotcharat, age 21 years, and 7. Mr. Thanakorn Aged 24 years. All 7 suspects confessed that they had gathered together on Vibhavadi Rangsit Rd. To race cars on real roads before the police planned to arrest him

Later, Don Mueang District Court Judged defendants 1-6 to imprisonment for 1 mon
th and a fine of 6,000 baht. As for defendant 7, the owner of the pickup truck. (Sponsors racing cars on the track) 20 days in jail, a 4,000 baht fine, 1 year suspended prison sentence, 24 hours of community service, and the court “confiscates all seized motorcycles and cars.”

In addition, the Assistant Police Commander said that the Royal Thai Police, led by Pol. Gen. Torsak Sukwimon, Police Commander, has assigned a working group to prevent and suppress driving without consideration for safety. or the suffering of others Road racing and other related offenses by Pol. Gen. Kittirat Panpetch, Deputy Police Commander, drives work to solve the problems of the people affected by illegal driving. Regardless of safety Posting persuasions and invitations on various social media is good, and gathering on the streets is good. The public can report disaster situations at the hotline 191 or 1599 24 hours a day.

Source: Thai News Agency

Chiang Mai, Human Rights Commission Rights, freedoms and consumer protection, Senate Visit the Chiang Mai area Listen to the problems and perspectives of regional media and limitations in communication for the people.

Human Rights Commission Rights, freedoms and consumer protection By the Subcommittee on the Rights and Freedoms of Mass Communications and public media, the Senate held a meeting to exchange and listen to opinions on problems and obstacles in media operations. From all the mass media in Chiang Mai, including radio broadcasting Television and online media in Chiang Mai province This includes representatives of MCOT Chiang Mai radio station and the Thai News Agency’s Northern News Center.

Mr. Niphon Naksomphob, Chairman of the Subcommittee on the Rights and Freedoms of Mass Communications and Public Communications, said that he wanted to listen to the views of the media in the region. Regarding the problems, obstacles and limitations of the mass media in an era of change. In presenting informat
ion in both main media groups as well as online media. In order to bring information and obstacles in the media Prepare reports and send them to relevant agencies to find solutions. Including collecting information and forwarding it to the new Senate for further use.

after earlier Subcommittee on the Rights and Freedoms of Mass Communications and Public Media Visited the area to study the mission driving operations of media organizations at the MCOT Northern Office in Chiang Mai Province. which has both a radio broadcast and a news center which mainly focuses on presenting information that is beneficial to the people .

Source: Thai News Agency

Bangkok, Homeowners are confused. The man who fell from the 3rd floor was seriously injured, is still waiting for police to determine whether he was a thief or not.

Update on the incident of a man falling from the 3rd floor of an aluminum shop in the area of ??Chao Khun Thahan Road. injured At approximately 4:00 a.m. today (March 10), officials recently took the injured person to Lat Krabang Hospital. and impounded himself awaiting questioning Because the owner of the house It is confirmed that there are 8 people in this house, all of whom are relatives. But the man who fell No one in the house knew anyone, which made me confused as to how they suddenly came up to the house and fell. And still don’t dare accuse him of stealing. Have to wait for the police to confirm again.

Source: Thai News Agency

Bangkok, Wan Asset Management believes that if the Chinese economy recovers It has a positive impact on the Thai economy. ‘Tourism-Investment-Industrial Sector’ is expected to disburse the 2024 budget around the second quarter, helping to stimulate the Thai economy in the second half of the year. Point out the Fed’s stance on lowering interest rates and slowing inflation. It is a positive factor for the stock market.

Mr. Poj Harinsut, Chief Executive Officer Wan Asset Management Company Limited revealed the investment overview that in 2024, the world economy is likely to slow down. The growth rate is expected to be around 3%, similar to last year’s 3.1%, with important variables depending on the recovery of the global manufacturing sector. which began to see signs of improvement through the global manufacturing PMI index in the first 2 months of this year which has returned to the expansion level for the first time in 16 months and has positive expectations for the expansion of businesses related to artific
ial intelligence technology (AI Boom), while foreign factors Still giving weight to the monetary policy direction of the Federal Reserve (Fed), which is an important variable that will determine investment direction. By evaluating that The U.S. interest rate down cycle will occur gradually at first. It is believed that the Fed will likely start cutting interest rates for the first time at the end of the second quarter and may cut at least two more times in the third and fourth quarters, respectively. This will have little impact on the weakening of the US dollar. Compared to major currencies and emerging markets While the climate problem battle war and other geopolitical conflicts This may be a risk factor for inflation from the supply side that remains to be monitored throughout this year as well.

For the Thai stock market Still have a positive view of the Thai stock market’s rise. But it may not be as outstanding as it was more than 10 years ago. In the short term, the Thai stock market still lacks concret
e supporting factors. In addition to the hope that the foreign economic sector will continue to support the growth of the Thai economy. Especially the Chinese economy If it can recover, it will have a broad positive impact on Thailand’s tourism, investment, and industrial production sectors. Another factor that had a negative effect early on. But what will be good in the second half of the year is the government’s delay in drafting the Budget Act for fiscal year 2024, causing the government sector’s driving force of the Thai economy to remain slow for more than 5 months.

It is considered that in the end The government sector will resume disbursements as usual around the second quarter, including solving household debt problems and structural problems in Thai industrial production. This will have an effect on the Thai stock market in the long run. Especially the export sector is losing its competitiveness. and unable to adapt to changing product demand patterns in the global trade market and changing global s
upply chains Therefore, it is not surprising to see foreign investors continually selling off the Thai stock market. However, investing in the Thai stock market must focus on selecting each business group/industry. to suit the economic cycle in each period rather than investing in the market index. This year’s target index is estimated at 1,525 points, based on a Fwd PER of 16.24 times, based on the EPS assumption of 93.87 baht per share, while foreign stock markets Advice on choosing an investment group Focusing on developed countries such as the United States and Europe, etc.

While the operating results of Wan Asset Management Company Limited in 2023 had assets under management (AUM) as of December 2023 growing to 162 billion baht, with the proportion of assets under management from the mutual fund business. approximately 40%, provident funds approximately 20% and personal funds approximately 40%. The company still recommends arranging investment portfolios by diversifying assets in all types of investment
s (Asset Allocation), emphasizing strategic planning with alternative assets. (Alternative Asset) creates balance in the portfolio. amidst the uncertainty of the economic situation including geopolitical conflicts which occurs periodically Throughout the past year, Wan Asset Management has been the IPO champion, the largest alternative asset fund in the industry. Preparing to penetrate the private market Expand provident fund business Aiming to launch several more alternative asset funds this year. Focus on investment products with low correlation to financial assets. There is an opportunity to generate attractive returns compared to general assets. For offering funds in main assets such as equity instruments, debt instruments.

Source: Thai News Agency

Bangkok, NACC together with partner units Awarding plaques and certificates to prototype drivers for good health, safe driving, drug-free driving, to reinforce the morale of Bangkok drivers.

Sunday, March 10, 2024 Dr. Wanthanee Wattana, Permanent Secretary of Bangkok Along with Mr. Mana Siripitthayawat, Deputy Secretary-General of the Narcotics Control Board, Dr. Phongthep Wongwatcharapaiboon Health promotion fund manager Participated in the ceremony to present plaques and certificates to Win as a model for good health. Drive safely without drugs under the health development project. safety at work and drug immunity Among the group of motorcycle taxi operators in the area Bangkok with Professor Sompong Kaewcharoenpaisarn, Vice President for Strategy and Special Affairs University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce Pol. Maj. Gen. Atthaphon Anusit, Metropolitan Police Commander 2, Mother of the Land Fund network in the Chatuchak area. A motorcycle taxi network from 8 pilot districts, namely Bang Kapi, Lak Si, Ba
ng Khen, Chatuchak, Thonburi, Chom Thong, Thung Khru and Bangkok Noi, totaling 200 people, participated at the Chai Khlong Senanikom community, Chatuchak District.

Mr. Mana Siripitthayawat, Deputy Secretary-General of the ONCB said that the Office of the ONCB places importance on preventing and solving drug problems in all target groups. Especially the group of workers outside the system. or independent labor which is a large professional group that drives the Thai economy Accounting for 52 percent of the number of people employed throughout the country. The target group has been set to operate in transportation service providers such as riders and motorcycle taxis. which is a large group of independent professionals It is related to the safety of lives and property of millions of people every day. Including being an occupational group that is related to the drug problem in two dimensions: 1) a high-risk group that may become a tool for drug traffickers, both for taking and transporting drugs, and 2) a group
of volunteers. A society that helps watch out for drug problems among members within the Win community and helps society when immediate emergencies arise, including road accidents. It was carried out in 8 pilot zones, namely Bang Kapi, Lak Si, Bang Khen, Chatuchak, Thonburi, Chom Thong, Thung Khru and Bangkok Noi. By organizing training courses to develop health and provide correct health knowledge. and occupational safety standards Can develop into a leader

In this regard, there are 3 winners who have been considered by the working group to receive the prototype win plaque as follows:

Win Phahonyothin 34, Chatuchak District, a prototype win in the type of creating occupational standards, namely having occupational safety standards. There are service standards. Cooperate with the rules or work guidelines of Chief Win. There are ways to create leaders. There is an interview before admission. There is a standard for the quality of working life. Have behavior conducive to society (volunteer spirit)

Win in fro
nt of Amphawa Temple and network Bangkok Noi District The prototype for creating a strong network is working in a clear and strong network format. The entire network in the area has experience working in the drug field. Networks can create their own network facilitators. Changing from a burden to a power: Some of the motorcycle riders participating in the project were former traffickers and addicts who repented and turned into contributors to the community.

Win Anan Suksan 18-20 and the Bang Khen District network win the prototype type of creating information dissemination strategies. By working with public spirit Bring useful knowledge Come distribute it in your own country as well as in the area. Through various methods, such as talking during pick-up and drop-off Participating in various social activities such as merit-making events and attending meetings with various community networks makes it a beneficial voice. and is accepted by the community

Deputy Secretary-General of the Narcotics Control Board a
dded that This project is a starting point for government agencies to play a supporting role in promoting quality of life. and professional standards for motorcycle taxi drivers both in health Driving safety and strengthening drug immunity The Wins that participated in the project in all 8 districts are models of Wins that have the potential to work with government agencies. and can build a strong network To monitor the community and its own members to prevent them from getting involved with drugs. especially Able to further expand the network to neighboring communities and win-wins as well. It is considered a model for promoting informal workers. Take part in social care and is a good volunteer to help society

‘I would like to thank the motorcycle taxi brothers and sisters for every win today. who have shown their strength and participated in drug prevention And thank you to all agencies that have participated and supported the development of quality of life. Bring health promotion to help prevent and solve
drug problems. And I invite all citizens. Let’s work together as eyes and ears to take care of your children, family members, and community. You can report drug clues at the ONCB hotline 1386,’ Mr. Mana Siripitthayawat, Deputy Secretary General of the ONCB, concluded.

Source: Thai News Agency

Nonthaburi, A young woman complains that a debtor sprayed water on her sick, bedridden mother. While going to negotiate an appointment to clear the debt. My friends said in the same voice, This debtor Often creates problems and troubles. Recently, both sides were able to resolve matters only regarding money. As for other matters, he insists on taking the matter to the end.

Ms. Kanom, 41 years old, online seller. Take the clip to petition Mr. Kiattikhun Tonyang or MP Pong, MP of the Progressive Party, District 7, Nonthaburi Province, for help. After being scolded by a debtor, Mrs. Joe (pseudonym), the owner of a beauty salon in the same village, she used water to spray water on herself and her mother’s face. There are red marks on the face. This water has an odor. Not sure if there are any dangerous substances or anything mixed in? The incident occurred on March 8 while negotiating a date for debt clearing.

Ms. Kanom said that she knew the parties. Since the end of 2022, the parties have been asking for the
ir money. They said they would lend it to them. in order to have income At first, the other party transferred interest to 5,000 baht. After that, money was continuously borrowed. Both tens of thousands and thousands But the lump sum of tens of thousands does not give interest. Give only a thousand baht with periodic refunds and borrowing new ones at the same time, continually circling Until the remaining balance was approximately 70,000 baht, later I received a warning from people in the village that I had to hurry and demand the money back. He then demanded the money back and made a loan agreement. The other party promised to return the money on December 29, 2023 as per the contract, but during November. The other party had a car accident. Therefore, I would like to gradually use my money back, 1,000 baht per week. Recently, I have had a lot of expenses, so I want all my money back. But the other party does not give When asked, an argument ensued. Claimed that he had insulted himself behind his back. So he w
ent to complain to the Damrongdham Center. But the parties refused to negotiate.

Until March 8, he went to the other party’s house. To make an appointment to agree According to the recommendations of the Damrongtham Center Didn’t go in to claim the money. He himself took his mother along. But the opposing party sprayed water to chase away. hit his mother’s eyes And I don’t know what water was used to spray it because it had a strange smell. So he took his mother to the hospital to check her eyes to see if they were dangerous or not. Now he regrets that he wants to move to another place.

Reporters asked neighbors Many people said in the same voice that Mrs. Joe often had problems with neighbors on a regular basis. Some people have had insults posted on Facebook. Reported since October 2023, but the case has not progressed. Some of them have houses next to Mrs. Joe’s. He was reported to the police as selling methamphetamine. until the house was searched But no drugs were found. But it’s still not over. Mrs. J
oe continued to distill and dry the whole thing for 7 years, causing her to suffer and not being able to sell her products.

As for Mrs. Joe, the opposing party, she opened the CCTV in the house to view the incident. Ms. Kanom came with her mother and opened the shop door loudly. He made a stern voice and said that he should go talk to his mother about the mediation appointment at the Damrongtham Center. came and shouted in front of the house, causing his sister to be dissatisfied I chased him back but he refused. His sister then sprayed water on her 2 times. It was plain water, not contaminated with chemicals. She said that Ms. Kanom had told her to help take the money and give her a loan. Because he wanted to have an income with 30,000 baht, he promised to let it go. But must bring another 20,000 baht, for a total of 50,000 baht, by agreeing to pay monthly. But her customers paid on a daily basis, Miss Kanom complained and was dissatisfied even though she always sent interest. During Covid, there were some
missed deliveries. Ms. Kanom told other people that she would lend money without charging interest, but in fact, she always charged interest. She once borrowed 3,000 baht and in just one day she paid back 3,300 baht. She found a customer. give Because he sympathized with his mother who was sick, when he learned that Ms. Kanom used herself to gossip with others, especially customers of her beauty salon. and sending their voice clips to other people So he didn’t send the money. Then told him to go sue the court himself. Total money borrowed is 70,000 baht. Now 63,000 baht remains.

Recently, today, both sides were able to come to an agreement. By Mr. Kiattikun Tonyang or MP Pong, MP of the Kao Klai Party, District 7, Nonthaburi Province, made an appointment for both parties to come talk and negotiate in front of the investigating officer. After negotiating for 1 hour, it was concluded that Mrs. Joe will repay the outstanding debt of 63,000 baht by paying installments of 1,000 baht per week until the debt is cle
ared. Starting from March 17th

Ms. Kanom (creditor) said that today they agreed only on the remaining money, which is 63,000 baht. Today, a memorandum of understanding will be made with the duty officer at Sai Noi Police Station, as for other matters such as injections. water for his mother Still waiting for test results from the doctor first. And the investigating officer scheduled an interview for tomorrow (March 11) and confirmed that he had never talked about the other party with a third person. He thought that it might be from a discrepancy between what he said and the message sent, so he sent it to ask someone else. This is accepted. As for the other party will punish him It is up to the parties. Today I can only clear up the money issue.

Mrs. Joe said that regarding money, she agreed to pay installments of 1,000 baht per week until the balance was reached. As for other matters, There hasn’t been a discussion yet. As for the matter of bringing oneself to speak to cause damage. or recording a clip of o
ne’s own voice and sending it to another person I will take the matter to the end. because he was damaged and ashamed As for the case where the older sister sprayed water, She admitted to apologizing to her grandmother, but in reality, her older sister did not intend to inject her with the injection.

Source: Thai News Agency