Day: March 19, 2024

“Big Joke’s” legal team issued a statement rebutting 3 accusations, pointing out that there was an attempt to create a new money laundering case in order to keep “Big Joke” tainted.

Mr. Nattawit Netijaruroj and Mr. Warachan Chuebankob, the legal team of Police General Surachet Hakphan, Deputy Commissioner of the Royal Thai Police. who was accused of being involved in the gambling website bnk Master, which opened a hotel in Soi Sukhumvit 22, issued a statement refuting the allegations on 3 main issues, including the case of Pol. Gen. Surachet Take money from online gambling websites Go make merit by giving the Royal Kathin At a temple in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province and issue a certificate of appreciation In his own name, in the case of accusing Pol. Gen. Surachet Use horse money or online gambling website Buy a plane ticket for Officials at the NACC office and the Tao Poon Police Station tried to issue an arrest warrant for “Big Joke” for his involvement in the BNK Master gambling website.

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lease lawyer He clarified one issue at a time, starting with the case of Pol. Gen. Surachet. Take money from online gambling websites Went to make merit with the Royal Kathin Award of 200,000 baht. In fact, the said amount of 200,000 baht belonged to Miss Louise who was transferred through Police Lieutenant Colonel Krit. Close subordinate of Police General Surachet To make merit by offering Kathin and the temple has issued a certificate of appreciation. In the name of Miss Louise correctly on September 9, 2022

As for Police General Surachet He traveled to the temple in person on October 29, 2022 to make merit with the Royal Kathin Award in the amount of 200,000 baht. After that, the temple issued a certificate of appreciation in the name of Police General Surachet Hakphan, with the money for making merit of Police General Surachet It’s personal money. and some money from the collection It has nothing to do with Ms. Louise’s money.

In this case, ill-wishers took “Big Joke’s” appreciation card and revealed it
and linked it with Ms. Louise’s appreciation card. It must be admitted that Miss Louise used money from the horse account. It was actually transferred to make merit through Police Lieutenant Colonel Krit, so he used this information to cause misunderstandings. In Police General Surachet Because of the arrest Went to find a certificate of appreciation. In Police Lieutenant Colonel Krit’s car

Case 2: The legal team clarifies the allegations. Pol.Gen.Surachet Use horse money or online gambling website Buy a plane ticket for Officials in the NACC office said that the truth is Police Lieutenant Colonel Krit. A close subordinate of “Big Joke” buys a plane ticket. Round-trip Bangkok-Hat Yai for myself, my wife, and my son in the amount of 13,100 baht on March 11, 2022 with the Agency, with clear evidence of the chat line buying and selling tickets and money transfers.

The legal team views this issue as Bad actors are likely to find information about chats about buying and selling airline tickets. In the mobile pho
ne of Police Lieutenant Colonel Krit Therefore used to attack So that society can see whether the NACC has no legitimacy to prosecute Police General Surachet or not.

Issue 3 is considered a very important issue. The legal team of “Big Joke” reveals Ms. Pimwilai’s financial path. Who was accused of making a financial transaction for gambling, bnk Master claims that from the investigation of the legal team, it appeared that money lines transferred from the account of Ms. Pimwilai went to high-ranking police officials and family members, including wives, sisters, and close friends, in the amount of 34 silver strands, but all of these were not investigated and prosecuted. There was a specific choice to prosecute only 3 lines, which the Tao Poon Police Station investigators claimed involved Police General Surachet only, although in fact Ms. Pimwilai is also a suspect in the case of Minnie’s gambling website. Thung Maha Mek Police Station which is under the power of investigation of the NACC, but there is an attem
pt Set up a money laundering case to punish “Big Joke” even though the police no longer have the authority to investigate. Therefore, it is believed that it is an attempt to make Police General Surachet Has impurities attached to it By choosing to specifically prosecute Police General Surachet This time the lawyer team stated that It is an organic strategy to choose victims.

However, the legal team already has individual accounts and names. After this, the information will be submitted to the NACC, DSI, Ombudsman. and the prime minister to proceed with Related groups

Source: Thai News Agency

BANGKOK, A Thai court on Tuesday handed down a 4-year prison sentence for seven convicts involved in a commercial surrogacy network.

Ran Zhao, a 41-year-old Chinese national, and 10 others were found guilty of participating in a transnational organized crime, colluding to arrange pregnancies for commercial purposes, and engaging in the buying, selling, importing, or exporting of eggs or embryos .

The convicts were Chinese businesspeople and Thai agents who hired Thai women for surrogacy, which was illegal.

The court sentenced them to 4 years in prison for conspiracy and participation in an international criminal organization. Other charges were dropped. As they have served their sentences more than four years in prison, they will be released today.

The police tracked the network which had provided illegal surrogacy service since 2012. They paid Thai women around 400,000-600,000 baht each to be surrogate mothers. These activities took place in Bangkok and other provinces. They were arrested in Bangkok in
February 2020 but denied the charges and were not granted bail since then.

Source: Thai News Agency

Phayao Province, Cabinet approves draft regulations of the Ministry of Commercial Fisheries. After the commercial fishing license is valid for 2 years, it expires on 31 March 2024.

Ms. Kanika Aunjit, Deputy Spokesperson for the Prime Minister’s Office, revealed that the Cabinet meeting resolved to approve the draft ministerial regulations for requesting permission and permits for commercial fishing. Instructing that the Office of the Council of State be sent for urgent consideration. and make it consistent with the law on fisheries Obligations that Thailand has with foreign countries The commercial fishing license is valid for 2 years and will expire within March 31, 2024, requiring applicants for a commercial fishing license. Must show or attach supporting documents in submitting the application.

Currently, the fishery has fishing boats that are not licensed. Makes it impossible to go out and do fishing. or received a license but was unable to go fishing from some factors, such as the economic situation a
nd falling prices of aquatic animals Labor shortage problem Including various laws that make it not cost-effective for fishing. and when there is no sailing Because the boat was not improved or maintained in proper condition. As a result, the condition of the boat is not ready, not appropriate, and does not meet the standards to receive a letter from Sor. 3. The Fisheries Department has reviewed that The purpose of issuing the letter Sor.R. 3 is to set standards for arresting Aquatic animal care, processing, transportation, including loading and unloading To be safe for consumers

At present, the Ministerial Regulations 2019 are still not consistent with the current fishing context of fishermen. Fisheries Association of Thailand Therefore, there was a letter requesting to repeal, amend, and improve the law. Therefore, it is proposed to issue Ministerial Regulations on requesting permission and permission to engage in commercial fishing, B.E….., which stipulates that officials can extend the period for payme
nt of fees and duties by no more than 90 days in cases where fishing is not possible in the area. specified in the license You can request to change the fishing area. By the size of the boat and fishing equipment Changing the fishing area must not have an impact on the quantity of aquatic animals. In the area where the applicant asks for permission As announced by the Director-General.

Source: Thai News Agency

Hanoi: Foreign arrivals have been on track for a full recovery since Vietnam opened its border two years ago on the back of a favourable visa policy, Director of the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism Nguyen Trung Khanh said at the National Assembly’s Q and A session on March 18.

The tourism sector has seen robust growth from the European market, he said, elaborating markets with sound recovery in 2023 included Spain (91%), Germany (88%), the UK (80%), and France (75%).

According to Khanh, in the first two months of this year, the number of tourist arrivals from the UK surged 32.6%, France 34.6%, Germany 37.1%, Spain 48.5%, and Italy 82.3% year-on-year. Under the unilateral visa exemption that took effect on August 15, 2023, all tourists from these markets have had their visa-free stay in Vietnam extended to 45 from 15 days.

Vietnam now waives visas for travelers from 25 countries, with 13 enjoying unilaterally exemption. Most recently, the Prime Minister directed competent authorities to study and
recommend favourable policies on immigration, expansion of unilateral visa exemptions, and pilot grant of visa at border gates, he said.

Voter Le Cong Nang, CEO at WonderTour, proposed the Government expand unilateral visa exemption for citizens from countries with a higher level of economic development, especially western countries, as well as offer short-term free visa for markets with large source of tourists like China and India.

He described the expansion of visa waiver as an invitation for foreigners, helping lure more international tourists to Vietnam, adding travel firms have benefited a lot from the policy rolled out new offerings to visitors.

The sector is expecting a full recovery this year and reach the levels in 2019 – the time before the COVID-19 pandemic broke out, aiming to welcome 18 million international visitors, 110 domestic travelers, and gain 840 trillion VND (33.96 billion USD) in tourism revenue./.

Source: Vietnam News Agency

The Royal Thai Navy explains the incident on the HTMS Chonburi, where a gun fired and hit the HTMS Khirirat. The bullet stuck in the barrel during training. Import for maintenance But a technical error occurred. Recently ordered to move Commander of the Royal Navy Chonburi Assisting the navy patrolling the bay

At the Fleet Commissioning Club, Admiral Chatchai Thongsa-at, Commander of the Fleet, together with Rear Admiral Chalermchai Suankaew, Commander of the Gulf Patrol Fleet, Capt. Piyasak Nilnimit, Deputy Director of the Ordnance Repair Center. jointly issued a statement explaining the cause of the cannon on the HTMS Chonburi ship bursting into flames and hitting the HTMS Khirirat ship. While docked at Laem Thian Port Sattahip Naval Base, Chonburi Province, said that from the preliminary investigation, the cause was found to be from a 76-millimeter projectile from the HTMS Chonburi. which malfunctioned and became stuck in the gun while training at sea on March 13.

After that, the HTMS Chonburi took basi
c precautions against danger. before sailing into the pier for the gun technician to come and solve the problem But there was a loud noise while making corrections. causing damage to the HTMS Khirirat ship Fourteen people were injured, most due to smoke suffocation. All the injured were taken to Queen Sirikit Hospital. Naval Medical Department Immediately after the incident and closely monitor the condition of the injured At present, all soldiers are in safe condition, 10 soldiers can return home and another 4 are being monitored.

Rear Admiral Chalermchai Suankaew, Commander of the Bay Patrol Fleet, revealed that while the HTMS Chonburi was out practicing bombing exercises in the bay front. The gun was found to be jammed 2 times but was able to be repaired. Until there was another problem, the ship was brought to dock at Laem Thian Port. to make corrections At that time the gun was turned. By setting the gun angle at 45 degrees for safety. Later, the level was lowered 5 degrees for maintenance. But there was
a disruption due to technical problems. Causing the bullet to fall onto the HTMS Khirirat ship at the rear of the ship. Caused damage to 4 rooms.

However, in this incident, the Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Thai Navy ordered a committee to urgently investigate the facts. By reporting the results within 3 days, the facts have already been reported. However, it must be accepted that the HTMS Chonburi is a royal ship that has been in service for many decades. Therefore, some problems may occur. But when a problem arises The ship’s commander cannot deny responsibility. Most recently, an order to move was signed. Commander of the Royal Navy Chonburi Came to be stationed at the Gulf Patrol Fleet Headquarters temporarily I assure you that this kind of problem will not happen again. Because this case is considered an important lesson for the Royal Thai Navy.

Source: Thai News Agency

Phayao , The cabinet traveled to Phayao Province to approve a budget of 300 million baht to develop the upper northern provinces. The Prime Minister ordered to take care of northern agricultural products, controlling the burning of corn fields, and 3 ministries to take complete care of longans.

Mr. Chai Watcharong, spokesman for the Prime Minister’s Office, revealed that at the off-site official Cabinet (Traveling Cabinet) in Phayao Province today, it agreed to the proposal of the Joint Public-Private Committee to Solve Economic Problems (The Prime Minister’s Office). ) Upper Northern Province 2 (Nan, Phrae, Phayao, and Chiang Rai) proposes development projects for 4 provinces, including 15 urgent projects, with a budget of 300 million baht, to be implemented immediately within 1 year, divided into 11 projects of provinces and groups of provinces. Amount of 250 million baht. As for 4 private sector project proposals, a limit of 145 million baht, to be presented for budget allocation in 2025.

Including ackn
owledging important projects that are in need of Upper Northern Province Group 2, totaling 89 projects, with a budget of 90,558 million baht, to prioritize next projects. To develop ground structures and tourist attractions, such as studying the environmental impacts of Dok Khamtai Airport, Phayao Province, 100 million baht, Gastronomy tourism potential development project towards creative and sustainable health tourism, 20 million baht, A Cup to Village project, adding Capacity to be an innovator in tea and coffee to promote sustainable creative and cultural tourism, 15 million baht

Mr. Chai added that the Prime Minister also ordered the Ministry of Energy to propose NEPC has created guidelines to promote the direct trading of clean energy between the private sector. to create clarity Due to the present There is still no clear support plan. After a US businessman met with the Prime Minister and called on the government to come up with measures to clearly support the purchasing and selling of clean energy in
order to attract foreign investment.

In addition, when the draft Clean Air Act passed the House of Representatives, it ordered the Ministry of Commerce to issue an announcement prohibiting the importation of corn from neighboring countries. If it is found to be involved in the burning of corn fields along the northern coastline to reduce the PM 2.5 dust problem spreading into Thailand.

The Prime Minister also ordered the Ministry of Commerce join hands with Ministry of Industry Ministry of Agriculture Prepare a plan to support the next 3 months when longan will be released into the market in large quantities. And there is a problem of oversupply in the market every year. To jointly manage all 3 ministries in a complete manner from upstream to downstream. in processing produce Hope to take care of longans in the North Not to be affected .

Source: Thai News Agency

Phatthalung, The administration hastened to inspect the licenses of famous entertainment venues in Phatthalung. After a gunfight between a village headman and a village headman occurred, the village headman died and the village headman was injured.

The shocking incident occurred last night (March 18). Police at Khuan Khanun Police Station along with the investigation team and the evidence division Inspecting the incident of the shooting causing injuries and deaths. The incident occurred in the area of ??an entertainment venue on Petchkasem Road, Tonduan Subdistrict. At the scene, a 9 mm gun shell was found lying in the parking lot. and next to the stairs leading up to the shop, 2 casings

Preliminary investigation revealed that there was a gunfight between Mr. Ek, 46 years old, a close friend of the younger village headman. who is a village headman of Pan Tae Subdistrict, Khuan Khanun District, Phatthalung Province, had a gunshot wound with a 9 mm gun that entered the right side of his ribcage and penetrate
d the left side. and the left hip area, and Sgt. Nu, 39 years old, a member of the municipal council, Laem Tanot Subdistrict, Khuan Khanun District, Phatthalung Province, had a gunshot wound in the right thigh. The bullet lodged in the inside. Both people were taken to the hospital, but Mr. Aek, the village headman’s confidant Died later

Initially, S.T. Nu and his wife went to a restaurant which is a famous entertainment venue. while sitting at the table Someone who knew S.T.Nu walked up to him and told him to go to the table. Someone wanted to get to know S.T. Nu, so he walked to the table. There were about 6 people. After about 2 minutes, S.T. Nu walked back to his own table. At that moment, one of the group spoke out in southern language: ‘Don’t act too hard,’ the STN did not say anything. Walk back to the table. and continued to sit until the shop closed

After that, Sgt. Nu and his wife walked out of the shop to get the car. I heard a voice telling me not to shoot. and saw Mr. Ek pull a gun and shoot fr
om the shop. The bullet hit Sgt. Nu’s leg. Sgt. Nu then pulled out a gun and fired back. As for his wife, he hurriedly took Sgt. Nu in a car to take him to the hospital. After finishing dressing the wound, he returned to report the incident to the police at Khuan Khanun Police Station.

As for Mr. Ek, a close friend of the younger kamnan who died, relatives took the body back for a religious ceremony at Suntharawas Temple. The police collected fingerprints and examined gunpowder from the bodies of the deceased. Ask the deceased’s wife about the events during the incident. The relatives forbade the news. The mother of the deceased, aged 67 years, stated that she did not know the cause or conflict. The son has a habit of loving his friends and subordinates. Before the incident, they invited each other to hang out at the shop. The younger sister of the deceased also said that her brother was a generous person. Friends can ask for anything.

While last morning, police went to the scene of the incident. to find ad
ditional evidence Along with removing the CCTV camera from the store and taking it as evidence.

Latest developments Superintendent of Khuan Khanun Police Station It was stated that initially the investigators had not yet laid charges against the injured person. Because he still had injuries and was sent for treatment at Phatthalung Hospital. Reasons for not receiving treatment at Kuan Khanun Hospital due to fear of chaos at the hospital Because each side may be angry. In addition, the injured person came to surrender immediately after the incident. We are rushing to interview 2-3 eyewitnesses in order to gather evidence and make accusations. As for the case where the couple had quarreled before or not? From the investigation, there had never been a quarrel before. and meet inside the restaurant They fought each other until the shooting occurred.

The Permanent Secretary of Phatthalung Province revealed that this morning, Khuan Khanun District Chief went to inspect and report to the province. It was found tha
t the shop had requested permission to open as a normal restaurant. Just open a business similar to a service center. After this, you will have to go and check in depth again to see if the business is open in the way of a service establishment or not. And open and close according to the time or not?

However, before this, Phatthalung Province held a meeting with all 11 district chiefs to determine a social order plan. and did not find that there were any service establishments in the province If found to have committed a crime or disrespectful of being an entertainment venue, the owner will be punished. Entrepreneurs will continue to comply with the law.

Source: Thai News Agency