Category: Internal Affairs

House, The Prime Minister discussed with the UN Deputy Secretary-General a proposal to set up a fund to solve the PM 2.5 dust problem for low-income countries, while the Cabinet extended visa-free visas for Kazakhstan tourists for another 6 months.

Mr. Settha Thavisin, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, revealed that this morning before the Cabinet meeting, he discussed with Ms. Amina J. Mohammed, Deputy Secretary-General of the United Nations. On the occasion of traveling to Thailand to attend the opening ceremony of the 11th Asia-Pacific Forum on Sustainable Development (APFSD)

by the Deputy Secretary-General of the United Nations Sustainable development issues were discussed. and praised Thailand for effectively dealing with and solving the PM 2.5 dust problem.

The Prime Minister said that although problems still exist The government will continue to try to speed up the resolution of the problem. The problem of PM 2.5 dust is related to economic problems and related to neighboring countries where
burning is still occurring. and there is not enough funding to limit weeds. which he has proposed to Deputy Secretary-General of the United Nations A fund must be set up to deal with the PM 2.5 dust problem for low-income countries. in order to develop together with countries around the world

The Prime Minister said that the Cabinet meeting resolved to extend the exemption from tourist visas for tourists from Kazakhstan for another 6 months, until August 31, because this group of people is considered to be a group that has already arrived. good shopping Promote tourism in Thailand.

Source: Thai News Agency

Hanoi: The following is a brief review of the day’s events as reported by the Vietnam News Agency.

– State President Vo Van Thuong offered incense to King An Duong Vuong at the Co Loa special national relic in Hanoi’s outlying district of Dong Anh on February 20.

An Duong Vuong, succeeding the era of the nation founders Hung Kings, is credited with establishing Au Lac, an ancient state in Vietnam. His strategic vision and unwavering determination in national construction and defence led him to relocate the nation’s centre from the northern mountainous region to the vast and fertile plains where he established the ancient capital, known today as Co Loa. Read full story

– Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha underlined the need to manage the pharmaceutical industry under market rules, ensuring publicity, transparency, quality control, safety, and cheapest prices during a meeting in Hanoi on February 19 to discuss the law on amendments and supplementations to some articles of the Law on Pharmacy.

Ha asked the
Ministry of Health (MoH) to collect ideas and fully clarify regulations in the bill, especially those related to the implementation of international commitments and agreements as well as laws on investment, price management, advertising, and rights of foreign-invested enterprises. Read full story

– Vietnam saw positive macroeconomic indicators in January. One of the bright spots that continues to be mentioned is the inflow of foreign direct investment (FDI), with registered capital reaching 2.36 billion USD as of January 20, a year-on-year increase of 40.2%.

Foreign investors accelerate investment in Vietnam not only because of advantages in the business and investment environment, or factors related to the quality of human resources and incentives, but also thanks to the growth potential of an economy of 100 million people. Read full story

– Vietnam’s rice exports are expected to continue their upward trajectory this year, toward a milestone of 5 billion USD in turnover.

The year marks a period of antici
pated volatility in the global rice market, encompassing fluctuations in production and demand, as well as related policies from leading exporting nations. Hence, innovation in production and flexible export management are crucial conditions for the Vietnamese rice industry to achieve its growth targets. Read full story

– The building of the north-south hi-speed rail line must ensure modern, cohesive, and sustainable elements in line with the Politburo’s guideline as outlined in Conclusion No. 49-KL/TW, permanent Government members made the conclusion in a document issued by the Government Office on February 19.

They requested that the project be integrated into a comprehensive planning framework, incorporating strategic forecasts of transportation demand across all modes of aviation, road, rail, maritime, and inland waterways, over the long term. Read full story

– MoMo has solidified its position as the most popular e-wallet in Vietnam for two consecutive years, according the Fintech Industry Rankings 202
3 announced by Viettel’s information monitoring and analysis system on the network environment (Reputa).

Following its impressive performance in 2022, MoMo continued to take the lead in the rankings with a total score of 138.23, or 2.5 times higher than VTCPay, which came second in the list. Read full story

– Metfone under the Viettel Military Industry and Telecoms Group (Viettel) marked its 15 years of operation in Cambodia at a ceremony held in Phnom Penh on February 19.

Speaking at the event, Viettel Chairman Tao Duc Thang said that the group has invested and transferred state-of-the-art telecommunications technologies to Cambodia, helping generate social benefits in the country over the past 15 years. Read full story

– Vietnam aims to send 125,000 labourers abroad to work under contracts in 2024, focusing on key traditional markets such as Japan, Taiwan (China) and the Republic of Korea (RoK), according to the Ministry of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs (MoLISA).

According to Nguyen Nhu Tuan, dep
uty head of the Information and Communication Division, MoLISA’s Department of Overseas Labour, about 63,000 labourers are expected to be sent to Japan. Vietnam will send about 48,000 workers to Taiwan and 8,500 to the RoK. Read full story

– Midfielder Nguyen Hoang Duc of The Cong Viettel Football Club (FC) has won the Golden Ball award for the second time while goal keeper Tran Thi Kim Thanh of Ho Chi Minh City FC 1 picked up the title in the women’s category.

The awarding ceremony was held in HCM City on February 19./. Read full story

Source: Vietnam News Agency

House, “Anutin”, Minister of the Interior, accepted today’s proposal to transfer 7-8 senior officials of the Interior, confirming the transfer of the Director-General of Community Development to Governor of Nakhon Ratchasima on the same level, not worse, pointing out that he is the captain of the ship. It’s better to be small than to be the helm of a big ship.

Mr. Anutin Charnvirakul, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Referring to the transfer of senior civil servant positions, he said that today it was signed to be brought to the Cabinet (Cabinet) meeting, which is in accordance with the process. As for approval to bring the matter to the Cabinet meeting. It is the power of the Prime Minister. This is a transfer of 7-8 people. The matter will be brought to the cabinet meeting today.

As for the news about the transfer of the Director-General to become Governor, is it true or not? Mr. Anutin said, “Where does the level 10 and 10 go down?” when reporters argued that ‘It’s a matter of authority a
nd responsibility,’ Mr. Anutin argued, ‘Whether the governor is big or not depends on what people think. Maybe he was the captain of a small boat. It’s better than being the helmsman of a big ship.”

When asked if the relocated people agreed with this idea, Mr. Anutin pointed to Mr. Chaiwat Chuenkosoom, Director-General of the Community Development Department. There was news that he would be transferred to be the governor of Nakhon Ratchasima before saying that it depends on what people think.

‘As for the appointment of Mr. Boonjong Wongtrairat as a member of the Assistant Minister committee. Seen as someone who has knowledge, ability, and experience, especially in the legal field. and was formerly the Deputy Minister of the Interior. of Mr. Wannarat Chanvirakul when he was the Minister of Interior. which will help look at every aspect of the work There are a lot of missions. Sometimes they may be asked to perform various missions instead, such as giving lectures or opening events. Because the body cannot be
separated,’ said the Minister of Interior.

Reporters reported that After giving the interview, Mr. Anutin reached out and grabbed his arm. Mr. Chaiwat walked up the stairs of the command building. 1Join the cabinet meeting together.

Source: Thai News Agency

Bangkok, Director General of the Department of Provincial Administration Revealing Bang Yai District Chief The firearms license of a famous YouTuber has been revoked. After recording a clip of a gun being fired in the air and posting it on social media, defying the law

February 19, 2024, Mr. Ornsit Samphantharat, Director-General of the Department of Provincial Administration, revealed that as a clip of the shooting incident in the sky had been published. Through online media, both Facebook and Youtube, firearm owners have a large number of followers on such media. The Department of Provincial Administration has inspected and found that the person appearing in the clip has received a license to own and use firearms (Form Por 4) in the Bang Yai district. Nonthaburi Province Therefore, Bang Yai District Chief has been assigned as the local registrar to urgently investigate the matter.

Mr. Orasit Samphantharat, Director-General of the Department of Provincial Administration, said that the Department of Provin
cial Administration received the report from Ms. Yaniphat Srikot, local registrar of Bang Yai District. As the local registrar of Bang Yai District Concerning the examination of the images appearing in the said clip, it was found that it actually happened, which is considered inappropriate behavior. and may affect society and maintain peace and order in the area according to the gun laws. Ammunition, explosives, fireworks and firearms imitations

‘Local registrar of Bang Yai District Therefore, there was an order No. 1/2024 revoking the license to have and use firearms of Mr. Anusorn according to the license (Form P. 4) No. 69/2023 dated March 20, 2023, which stated the important points that Bang Yai District Local Registrar Considered the facts and examined evidence from relevant agencies in the case of Mr. Anusorn. A person who received a license to own and use a firearm (Form Por 4) with license number 69/2566 dated March 20, 2023, had the behavior of driving on a public road and shooting a gun into the ai
r. As a result, the registrar will not be able to issue a license. According to the law on firearms which is considered serious misconduct which may affect public order It has characteristics prohibited according to the law on firearms. and related orders Effective in revoking the license From February 19, 2024 onwards,’ Mr. Orasit emphasized.

Mr. Orasit Samphantharat, Director-General of the Department of Provincial Administration Added that the Department of Provincial Administration, Ministry of Interior is committed to strengthening and maintaining peace and order in the country in accordance with the law. This is in line with the policy of Mr. Anutin Charnvirakul, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior. Especially in the matter of gun control, we have continued to take strict action against those who illegally possess firearms and refrain from issuing new licenses to prevent incidents that may affect the public. Including reminding the registrar who issues licenses to instruct license holders to
strictly abide by the law. In the past, the perpetrators were those who illegally possessed firearms, but in this case, it was an illegal action by the license holder. The local registrar has taken steps to strictly comply with the law. If the people have any clues about the crime. or witness illegal acts involving firearms Ammunition, explosives, fireworks, firearms imitations and all kinds of illegal things You can report it through the Damrongtham Center hotline 1567 24 hours a day so that officials can continue to take action in accordance with the law.

Source: Thai News Agency

Alpine Stadium, lively atmosphere Friendly football match between the coalition parties and the media. The Prime Minister received a shirt with the message “SRETTHA 30” and signed it.

Reporters report on the atmosphere at the football relations event. Friendly match between the government coalition parties and the media at Alpine Football Stadium at 5:30 p.m., Mr. Anutin Charnvirakul, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior. First to arrive Wearing a black Buriram United shirt, with Mr. Chaichanok Chidchob, Bhumjaithai Party MP, standing to welcome him. When the reporter asked if he would also play football, Mr. Anutin joked and extended his hand to Bhumjaithai Party MP said ‘Kick these first.’

While Mr. Settha Thavisin, Prime Minister, arrived at the football field with Ms. Paethongtarn Shinawatra, leader of the Pheu Thai Party. Revealing that he had already played football I feel a little pain in my hip. Before receiving a red football shirt with the message “SRETTHA 30” screen printed and signed
on the back of the shirt as well. While many media members are interested and waiting to make news. A large number of such football matches

Source: Thai News Agency

Government House,, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Wealth, waiting for “Pol. Gen. Patcharawat – Capt. Thammanat” to clear up land issues, Khao Yai Primary Educational Service Area Office, confirming the area of ??”Chaiwat” Park. ‘ Has the power to remove the warrant from politics.

Mr. Chatuporn Buraphat, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment Mentioning the case of a dispute between the Royal Forest Department Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment and the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives Continuing the issuance of land rights documents at Khao Yai Primary Educational Service Area Office, Pak Chong District. Nakhon Ratchasima Province that Police General Patcharawat Wongsuwan, Minister of Property and Capt. Thammanat Phromphao, Minister of Agriculture. Will discuss to reach a mutual resolution. In this matter, there is a guideline called One Map, which is to use government land boundaries to determine. And before this was taking maps of the same scale
and adjusting them to the same boundaries. For the case that happened at Khao Yai Waiting for the Military Surveyor which is currently in the area and is taking action

When asked whether or not before placing a pin, we must consult with the relevant agencies of the Ministry of Wealth or not, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Wealth said that in terms of the Ministry of Wealth? Khao Yai National Park already exists. But in order for any agency to come in, we have to talk with each other first. such as provincial level or Provincial Reform Committee But this part is a provincial matter. I don’t want to intrude. When an incident occurs, we must talk together because there are 3 things that must be done. is a matter of law Facts and Science? Using satellite images that we already have

As for the case of Mr. Chaiwat Limlikit Aksorn, Director of the National Park Office, Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation, removed the pin. Can it be done? Mr. Chatuporn said that whatever is in
the park area If you break in, you can take action. It is considered a sensitive matter. The reserved forest will be white eggs. The park is the yolk. But please go and check in details. If Mr. Chaiwat is charged

‘It is Mr. Chaiwat’s authority and responsibility. If he is in the park area, he can take action. which is something that must be preserved Moreover, Khao Yai National Park is a world heritage site. Therefore must go and prove it. Is it possible for officials to go and place a pin? and must see the procedures of the Land Reform Office How do I enter? You have to look at the whole picture. Items that will be marked as boundaries are whatever. There are already regulations in place to support this. that there must be a village headman The steps are detailed. And I believe that it will not take long to find a resolution in this matter,’ said the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Wealth.

When asked about the case, Mr. Chaiwat noted that the marking of the said area Is there anything behind the sce
nes? Mr. Chatuporn said he would like to check the facts first. Because every side follows their own laws. I’d like to wait for the committee to come and take a look. This is a borderline issue that we can already see is a problem. Therefore, there is a need for One Map to amend the state’s land boundaries. If you take government land in the government sector to look at It is more than half of the land in Thailand.

‘Every party has different standards. What we call land title deed 1 : 4000 can all be compared. I believe that there should not be any political matters behind the scenes. As for whether there will be an order to mark that spot or not, I don’t know because both agencies confirmed their own maps. must be brought for inspection Whatever is wrong is said to be wrong, right is right. As for whether or not the area marked will be prepared and divided for people to farm or not, he does not know because it is a matter for the Ministry of Agriculture. But we admit that the area is quite fertile,’ said th
e Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Wealth.

Source: Thai News Agency

Pheu Thai Party, Pheu Thai Party spokesman revealed that he asked about Thaksin’s condition from “Pae Thong Than” as having degenerative cervical spine disease – tendon decay. Confirming that he is really seriously ill Try to keep yourself normal. You will be able to come back and use your knowledge and skills to advise the next generation of politicians.

Mr. Danuporn Punnakanta, List of MPs Pheu Thai Party Spokesperson Statement on the illness of Mr. Thaksin Shinawatra, former Prime Minister, that everyone in the Pheu Thai Party is concerned about Mr. Thaksin’s illness. He inquired with Ms. Paethongtarn Shinawatra, the party leader, because there were many brothers and sisters who were concerned that Mr. Thaksin had to wear a neck brace and arm brace. He knew that before Mr. Thaksin returned, he was sick with COVID-19. 3 rounds. The first round is the hardest. which must enter the ICU room This caused Mr. Thaksin’s lungs to not be 100%. He then became sick 2 more times, and Mr. Thaksin is a 70-year-old pat
ient. Being sick with Covid is one of the symptoms that have always plagued him.

‘As for the picture of Mr. Thaksin slashing his neck From the results of the police hospital examination using an MRI. You have cervical spine disease. The doctor recommended surgery. The part where you have to put your arm out. This is because the tendons are worn out. And must undergo physical therapy for at least 1 year before returning to normal. Because this disease is a disease of the elderly. One thing that makes you heal slowly Because throughout the period of 6 months he was under the supervision of the Department of Corrections at the Police Hospital. You didn’t exercise at all. This causes various muscles to fade with age faster than people who exercise. Moreover, while at the police hospital, he received surgery. to return the tendon to normal But of course, due to his age, he had to hold his arms out,’ said a Pheu Thai Party spokesperson.

Mr. Danuporn said that he would like to convey to those who are worried about
Mr. Thaksin that Mr. Thaksin is trying to heal himself and return to full strength. and must see a doctor all the time To make these symptoms subside And hope that the symptoms will return to normal as soon as possible. He knows that there are people who like it and people who find fault with it. This is normal because Thaksin is a politician. is a former prime minister Someone has to talk about the positives and the negatives. Today, we would like to communicate to those who love and are concerned about Mr. Thaksin’s family that Mr. Thaksin is truly sick and in serious condition. Therefore, he is trying to recover and be strong in order to return to using his knowledge and ability to advise new generations of politicians to continue working for the nation.

Source: Thai News Agency

Royal Thai Army, The Royal Thai Army opens a military hospital. Free cataract treatment Celebrating the King’s 72nd birthday

Lt. Col. Kannanat Phonnipatkul, Assistant Spokesperson of the Royal Thai Army, revealed that on the auspicious occasion of His Majesty the King’s birthday. His Majesty the King His Majesty the King’s 6th birthday, turning 72, on July 28, 2024. The Royal Thai Army through the Army Medical Department organized the project “Army Volunteers Join Together” Peeling off cataracts for the poor of the 4 Army Regions in honor of the King’s 72nd birthday” by giving people who have cataract problems and do not have treatment rights the opportunity to receive direct payments or social security. Provide access to the treatment system for cataract removal surgery and intraocular lens implantation. Through all 37 Royal Thai Army hospitals nationwide without charge

“For the people who are interested You can contact and inquire at the public relations department. or the ophthalmic examination room (OP
D eye) of military camp hospitals in the area, such as Phramongkutklao Hospital, Bangkok, Surasi Camp Hospital, Kanchanaburi Province, Chiraprawat Camp Hospital, Nakhon Sawan Province, Prajaksilpakom Camp Hospital Udon Thani Province, Sappasitthiprasong Camp Hospital Ubon Ratchathani Province, Vibhavadi Rangsit Camp Hospital Surat Thani Province and Vajiravudh Camp Hospital Nakhon Si Thammarat Province By bringing your ID card to check your treatment rights. and receive an evaluation of the condition of eyesight and vision Which is open for screening from today – May 2024 and will continue surgical treatment by a team of military ophthalmologists until June 30, 2024. This project is part of the Royal Thai Army’s honoring activities held throughout the auspicious year. 2024 to continue the royal determination in the Royal Volunteer Project Join in creating good health and improving the quality of life for Thai people. sustainably,’ said the Assistant Spokesman of the Royal Thai Army.

Source: Thai News Agency