Thailand okeys 10-year EEC visa for foreigners
Thailand’s cabinet has approved a special 10-year visa for executives and experts working in the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) to support the development of targeted industries in the country. Thailand okeys 10-year EEC visa for foreigners. Deputy government spokeswoman Rudklao Intawong Suwankiri said the cabinet passed the proposal from the EEC Office for the EEC visa, aiming to attract specialists in various fields to work in the corridor. There are four categories for the EEC visa: specialists, executives, professionals, and spouses and dependents. The EEC is located in three provinces in eastern Thailand including Rayong, Chonburi, and Chachoengsao.
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May 16, 2024 09:38 UTC
'They will pay' - French PM after prison van attack
At least two French prison guards were shot dead and three others seriously injured on Tuesday (May 14) after heavily armed men ambushed a prison van to free an inmate, French police said, triggering a major manhunt. French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal told the National Assembly the attackers "will pay".
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May 15, 2024 15:42 UTC
Gunkul suspends cannabis investment amid confusion
Cannabis contains cannabidiol oil, also known as CBD, which can be used to treat many ailments. Gunkul earned 4 million baht from the cannabis business last year and expected to make 100 million baht in 2024. The firm posted revenue of 10 million baht in the first quarter. Gunkul saw a sign of the policy flip-flop after a bill to control cannabis usage could not be passed by parliament. The U-turn on state policy could cause cannabis product retailers to stop investment and even shut down their businesses, said Ms Sopacha.
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May 15, 2024 01:13 UTC
Govt wants to sell all old rice
Govt wants to sell all old ricePhumtham: 'Better than letting it rot'Deputy Prime Minister and Commerce Minister Phumtham Wechayachai on Monday insisted that the government wants to sell the last stocks of decade-old rice so the money gained can be returned to state coffers. Responding to concerns about aflatoxins in the decade-old rice that can cause cancer, Mr Phumtham claimed that if the quality of the rice is improved using modern technology, it will be safe for consumption. Defence Minister Sutin Klungsang on Monday denied a report that his ministry would buy the decade-old rice to feed soldiers. In a speech to new recruits there, Mr Sutin assured them that good-quality food would be provided for every soldier. Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin said earlier that the government will send samples of the decade-old rice for lab tests to ensure its safety.
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May 14, 2024 14:50 UTC
Thai government wants to sell 10-year-old rice
Thailand's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Commerce Phumtham Wechayachai said on May 13 that the government wants to sell the last stocks of decade-old rice. Thailand's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Commerce Phumtham Wechayachai. (Photo: bangkokpost.com)Bangkok (VNA) – Thailand's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Commerce Phumtham Wechayachai said on May 13 that the government wants to sell the last stocks of decade-old rice. Responding to concerns about aflatoxins in the decade-old rice that can cause cancer, Phumtham claimed that if the quality of the rice is improved using modern technology, it will be safe to eat. PM Srettha Thavisin said earlier that the government will send samples of the decade-old rice for lab tests to ensure its safety.
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May 14, 2024 14:11 UTC
Turkey arrests spider smuggler said to be US museum curator
Turkish police arrested a man suspected of trying to smuggle valuable poisonous spiders and scorpions out of the country, with state media identifying the suspect on Monday (May 13) as a curator at New York's American Museum of Natural History.
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May 14, 2024 05:46 UTC
DTP achieves rising UK hotel revenue in successful overseas investment
DTP achieves rising UK hotel revenue in successful overseas investmentDTGO Prosperous Limited (DTP), an investment and financial manage-ment company within DTGO, posted results for its 17 UK hotels, operated by a Singapore-listed subsidiary, with strong growth and average occupancy now near 80%. Tourism has seen a rapid post-COVID rebound in the UK, one of the first countries to reopen to foreign visitors. Mr. Hansa Susayan, Business Group Chairman – Finance & Investment of DTGO and Chairman of the Board of Directors of DTP"Occupancy rates have returned to pre-COVID levels. ProsperCap operates, owns, and manages 100% of all the 17 UK hotel assets with a total of 3,383 rooms. DTP is going ahead with its plans to invest and raise funds domestically and overseas, said Mr. Hansa.
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May 13, 2024 18:50 UTC
Privilege card loophole lets criminals in front door
The arrest of the suspects was the result of an expanded investigation that saw police arrest five members of a call centre gang last year. Police also found that Mr Chen had a five-year visa as he was a member of the Thailand Privilege Card scheme, formerly known as the Thailand Elite card. "We are concentrating on criminals who enter the nation with Thailand Privilege Card visas. He said the Thailand Elite card was issued by the Thailand Privilege Card Company Limited, which is under the supervision of the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT). "Before being eligible for the privilege card, a background check on one's financial sources should also be required," he said.
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May 13, 2024 15:12 UTC
Floods and landslides devastate Indonesia's West Sumatra
At least 31 people died, 15 are still missing and over 40 people were injured following heavy rain that brought floods and landslides to Indonesia's province of West Sumatra, an official said on Sunday (May 12).
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May 13, 2024 10:49 UTC
New push to let bankrupt people keep jobs in govt
New push to let bankrupt people keep jobs in govtThe Strategic Transformation Office (STO) has proposed amendments to the bankruptcy law, which would allow someone declared bankrupt to hold an important position in the government sector. One proposal includes differentiating between "bankrupt" and "dishonest bankrupt" individuals in law and creating employment opportunities for those who are declared bankrupt. Both "bankrupt" and "dishonest bankrupt" individuals are required to notify the authorities in charge of appointments of their status without delay. In such cases, a "bankrupt" person must be reassigned to another role but can be reinstated after they are no longer bankrupt. The proposals suggest amending 13 other laws to change "bankrupt" to "dishonest bankrupt," as these laws prohibit "bankrupt" people from holding certain positions.
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May 13, 2024 10:25 UTC
Thailand hosts 74th FIFA Congress
More than 3,000 delegates from 211 member associations of the International Federation of Association Football (FIFA) are attending the 74th FIFA Congress in Bangkok from May 13 – 17. FIFA President Gianni Infantino shakes hands with President of the Football Association of Thailand (FA) Nualphan Lamsam (https://www.bangkokpost.com/)Bangkok (VNA) – More than 3,000 delegates from 211 member associations of the International Federation of Association Football (FIFA) are attending the 74th FIFA Congress in Bangkok from May 13 – 17. The Congress, presided over by FIFA President Gianni Infantino, is also attended by chiefs of all six continental football governing bodies. He also expressed his thanks to President of the Football Association of Thailand (FA) Nualphan Lamsam and her team for the warm welcome. Lamsam confirmed that with support from the government and private sectors, Thailand is ready to stage the sport's biggest off-field event.
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May 13, 2024 10:09 UTC
Police recall body of Rayong explosion victim
Police recall body of Rayong explosion victimBlack smoke billows after a tank of pyrolysis gasoline caught fire at Map Ta Phut Port in Rayong on Thursday morning. (Photo: Social Rayong Facebook)Police ordered a recall of the body of the man who died in an explosion at Map Ta Phut Tank Terminal (MTT) in Rayong province for a thorough autopsy to determine the cause of death and whether it was from falling or other causes. Nopporn's body was being transferred to his hometown in Chiang Rai, upon the request of his relatives, for a religious rite on Friday. The transfer of the body was halted by Rayong police, who asked that the body be brought back to the Police General Hospital for a post-mortem. Pol Maj Gen Pongphan Wongmaneethet, chief of Rayong Provincial Police, said the examination must be carried out thoroughly by forensic experts.
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May 12, 2024 17:21 UTC
Several killed as bus falls into river in Russia
At least three bus passengers died and several others were undergoing urgent treatment in hospital after their bus careered off a bridge and into the Moika river in the Russian city of St Petersburg on Friday, the local department of the emergencies ministry said.
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May 12, 2024 15:43 UTC
UK toddler regains hearing in gene therapy breakthrough
A UK toddler has regained her hearing after undergoing breakthrough gene therapy. Her parents, Jo and James Sandy, say Opal can hear soft sounds through the pioneering treatment, which can be used to help other children who have hearing loss through genetic conditions.
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May 12, 2024 15:43 UTC