“Thanathorn” has no comment on “Thaksin” returning to Chiang Mai.

Pathum Thani, “Thanathorn” reveals he has no opinion on “Thaksin” returning to Chiang Mai. Emphasizing that the law must be equal, he asked “Pheu Thai” if the FC holds up a welcome sign, will there be a conflict or not? He trusts “Move Forward” to interrogate the government and it went smoothly. I’m not worried if the party is dissolved. Trust that the sponsors understand – they are ready to continue their journey.

Mr. Thanathorn Juangroongruangkit Chairman of the Progress Committee As a lecturer At the meeting of the military commission House of Representatives Referring to the general discussion under Section 152, he said that MPs from the Progressive Party have good judgment. He thought that Mr. Chaithawat Tulathon, MP from the party list and the leader of the progressive party Consider and ponder carefully. There is enough information to discuss. To suggest that the government make corrections in various areas

Mr. Thanat also added that Since the opening of the 2023 parliament, he has only seen the qua
lity of Progressive Party MP Comparing the Future Forward Party in 2019 with Kaoklai in 2023, the MPs are much more qualified. I would like to invite the public to follow the parliamentary meeting to see how much work each elected MP does. If you listen to everything that MPs have proposed to the government Government agencies in various fields He believes that he will see his determination to work hard and with quality. ‘Therefore, I trust him. This group of MPs.”

When asked what issues he thought should be included in the discussion, Mr. Thanathorn said that he did not know what the discussion would be, but he believed that Mr. Chaithawat had considered it carefully. It’s not just a political game issue. but focus on quality

As for the Election Commission (EC) starting to consider the dissolution of the Kao Kao Party this week, Mr. Thanathorn said that the dissolution of the party does not cause the Kao Kao Party to be worried. Because the party has advanced and the Future Forward Party has already been d
issolved. I believe that supporters understand. and ready to continue traveling Dissolving the party will make people sympathize with the injustice. Incorrectness that exists in the country, the Progressive Party, and the Progressive Party Commit to doing your best every day. To show the people that we truly intend to change the country for a better Thailand. Giving people access to a good quality of life

As for the issue of Mr. Thaksin Shinawatra, former prime minister, returning to Chiang Mai province, is it considered a double standard or not? Mr. Thanathorn immediately said: He has no opinion on this matter. He has already answered that law enforcement must be equitable. There are thousands of political prisoners. Dozens of people are understood to still be in prison. They are not the ones who steal or murder or rape anyone. They are prisoners of conscience. Speaking, thinking, reading and writing should not be a crime.

When asked if there were people waiting to welcome Mr. Thaksin Will it be a target f
or political conflict or not? Mr. Thanathorn said briefly, “I would like to ask the Pheu Thai Party instead.”

Source: Thai News Agency

“Wiroj” believes in appointing a committee to study the jurisdiction of the country. It will not be a catalyst to disband the party.

Bangkok, “Wirot” asks the Constitutional Court for interfering in its power. “Executive-Legislative” or not? I believe it will be submitted to the House of Representatives. The committee studies the jurisdiction of the court. It will not be a catalyst for the party to be dissolved. Emphasize that it is not revenge, but it is a duty, not afraid of snakes because we saw an example – the end in the episode “Future Forward”

Mr. Wirot Lakkhanaadisorn, list MP, Progressive Party, as Chairman of the Committee (Committee) on Military Affairs, House of Representatives. Giving an interview on the case of the Forward Party Proposing an urgent motion requesting the establishment of a special education commission on the scope of constitutional jurisdiction and the scope of legislative power. Is it an infringement of the jurisdiction of the court? Because the decision of the Constitutional Court is binding on all organizations, it is the duty of the legislature to study the scope of power of various organizations.

‘The
Constitutional Court is an independent organization, not one of the three main powers that currently interfere with the scope of the legislature. Executive power Society wonders whether the powers of independent organizations and the judiciary are connected or not,’ Mr. Wirot said.

When asked whether the Progressive Party wants to take back the Constitutional Court, Mr. Wirot said that it is their power and duty according to the constitutional framework. MPs will put questions in the minds of the people. Used in accordance with the duties of setting up a special committee

Will it be a catalyst for the party to be dissolved or not? He never thought that this issue was the catalyst that caused the Forward Party to be dissolved. If you think the people will accept it, just do it. He did not send a signal to anyone. If there is, the request will be sent to an authority outside the system. The Progressive Party works from the hearts of the people. Make the country peaceful under the democratic system with the Ki
ng as Head of State. Let it be the duty of the Election Commission. We are ready every day from the Future Forward Party.

As for concerns about whether or not there will be MPs switching parties or having a cobra, Mr. Wirot reiterated that there is no need to worry, having talked with the candidates. ‘Past cobra I’ve already seen an example. Whether it’s a real snake or a hidden snake, the endings are different.”

Source: Thai News Agency

The Prime Minister meets with executives of leading department stores in Paris.

France, The Prime Minister met with executives of leading Paris department stores Printemps and Bon Marché to discuss cooperation regarding displaying Thai products.

Today (March 10, 2024) at 11:00 a.m. (Paris local time) Mr. Settha Thavisin, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, along with Ms. Paetongthan Shinawatra, Vice Chairman of the Soft Power Strategy Committee. and Mrs. Chadatip Chutrakul, Softpower Strategic Committee We talked with Mr. Jean-Marc Bellaiche, president of Printemps department store, which is a retail business. Fashion products

Both sides discussed cooperation regarding displaying products and bringing Thai products to display. The department store has a space for young designers where cooperation will lead to cultural exchange. Promote the creative economy Help push and provide opportunities for Thai designers to showcase their products to the world.

Then at 12:00 noon (Paris local time) the Prime Minister visited and met with Mrs. Cathering Newey, Director of the Department stor
e and Mrs. Christine Beaude, Finance Director, Bon Marché department store, which is a retail business for high-end customers. It is a department store that ‘Select only the best’ in the process of inviting brands to open stores. Le Bon Marché is a subsidiary of LVMH.

The Prime Minister said that the Thai government places importance on strengthening global competitiveness and accelerating the creation of the creative economy. Including asking for consideration to increase opportunities to exchange activities between department stores. and organize promotional exhibitions and pop-up booths between each other.

Source: Thai News Agency

PM expects breakthrough in agricultural cooperation with New Zealand


Auckland: Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh visited the Plan and Food Research Centre (PFR) in Auckland on March 10 as part of his official visit to New Zealand.

The centre has been cooperating with farmers, scientists, food companies, exporters, the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development and the Ministry of Science and Technology in Vietnam in projects on raising crop output, quality and pest resistance, and promoting post-harvest and processing technologies to bring more profit to farmers and firms.

Noteworthy are projects in supporting for-export passion fruit and avocado industries, dragon fruit farming and safe vegetable farming based on GAP process.

PM Chinh said the advantages of Vietnam and New Zealand are supplementary, which provide a firm foundation for the two sides to promote cooperation, including in farming and food processing.

He expressed hope that building on the achievements, the two sides will accelerate joint work and make breakthroughs in agricultural cooperation./.

Source: Vie
tnam News Agency

Vietnamese businesses join vegetarian food fair in Hong Kong


Hong Kong: Vietnamese businesses joined some 300 exhibitors at the 10th Vegetarian Food Asia (VFA) that took place in China’s Hong Kong from March 8-10 to promote vegetarian and green lifestyles in Asia.

A wide range of Vietnamese organic products were on the showcase at the fair for the first time.

According to Deputy Director of Cau Ke Tra Vinh Wax Coconut Processing Company Limited (VICOSAP) Lam Ngoc Tu, she brought to the fair 10 lines of wax coconut products, which were exported to the US, the UK, Japan, and China’s Taiwan and Hong Kong, so as to seek more vegetarian consumers.

Other Vietnamese products such as coffee, cashew nut, noodle and dried fruits also won the interest of Hong Kong customers.

Chief Representative of Guangdong Import-Export Association in Vietnam Kelvin Chau said that he took Vietnamese firms to the fair so that they could have opportunities to access the Hong Kong market, and through which to enter the Chinese market.

Organised for the first time in 2015, the VFA has become t
he largest and most comprehensive showcase of vegetarian and eco-friendly living in Hong Kong. It has drawn the participation of companies from many countries worldwide, including China, China’s Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey and Vietnam.

At this year event, vegetarian, vegan and plant-friendly guests had the chance to explore the latest vegetarian movements in Asia with various seminars and workshops. It also offered an opportunity for producers and businesses to promote connectivity so as to launch naturally organic products to the market to meet increasing demand of the consumers./.

Source: Vietnam News Agency

Vietnam attends 30th ASEAN Economic Ministers’ Retreat in Laos


Vientiane: Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Sinh Nhat Tan attended the 30th ASEAN Economic Ministers’ Retreat in Luang Prabang, Laos, on March 8-9, during which he expressed Vietnam’s support for Laos’ priority economic cooperation initiatives in its ASEAN Chairmanship Year 2024.

Tan said that Vietnam is committed to working closely with Laos and other ASEAN countries to fulfill set goals and plans, thus contributing to the overall success of the ASEAN 2024.

He also emphasised the importance of giving priority to recovery activities and connecting economies, especially prioritising resources for new negotiation activities and negotiations to upgrade agreements within ASEAN and between the grouping and partner countries.

At the meeting, participating ministers approved 14 priority economic deliverables (PEDs) put forward by Laos, with focus on three main directions of recovering and connecting economies, creating an inclusive and sustainable future, and transforming towards the digital future.

They also adopted the ASEAN Services Facilitation Framework (ASFF).

Delegates also exchanged other important contents for ASEAN economic cooperation such as the status of negotiations to upgrade the ASEAN Trade in Goods Agreement (ATIGA), negotiations on the ASEAN Digital Economy Framework Agreement (DEFA), the ASEAN Framework Agreement on Competition, the upgrade of the ASEAN-China Free Trade Area (ACFTA), the implementation of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) as well as initiatives on sustainability in the ASEAN Economic Community.

On the sidelines of the meeting, the ministers discussed with the ASEAN Business Advisory Council (ABAC), during which they noted ABAC’s priorities for 2024 as well as its recommendations to promote a favourable business environment in ASEAN in the coming time./.

Source: Vietnam News Agency

Forestry exports up 47% in Jan-Feb


Hanoi: Vietnam earned 2.68 billion USD from forestry exports in the first two months of 2024, up 47.4% year-on-year, according to the Department of Forestry under the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development.

The sector enjoyed a trade surplus of about 2.46 billion USD in the period.

This year, the agriculture sector is striving for 15.2 billion USD in forestry exports, of which 14.2 billion USD will come from the export of wood and wood products, up 6% year-on-year.

To that end, the industry will strictly control and manage imported wood, ensure wood is of legal origin before processing, and encourage the use of raw wood sources from domestically grown forests.

In addition, it will promote trade promotion activities, develop markets in new potential regions, and organise international fairs, while encouraging wood processing and exporting enterprises to link with forest growers in production chains./.

Source: Vietnam News Agency