October 2023 - Page 15 of 17 - Ko Samui & Ko Phangan

A Tribute to King Rama IX: Commemorating the Legacy of King Bhumibol Adulyadej

richard8 months ago7 mins

Join the commemoration of King Bhumibol Adulyadej’s legacy, also known as King Rama IX of Thailand, on October 13th with various altars and community events set up to honor his dedication to the wellbeing of Thai people. Participate in cultural performances, charity work, and educational events to pay homage to his initiatives and projects. KingRamaIX Thailand LegacyCommemoration CommunityEvents CulturalPerformances CharityWork EducationEvents HonoringDedication ThaiPeople

The Impact of a Weak Baht on Thailand’s Economy

richard8 months ago7 mins

Thailand’s Prime Minister sees the weak baht as an opportunity to boost exports and tourism, despite potential economic drawbacks. Travel to Thailand and experience the benefits of a weaker currency. Thailand travel tourism economy currency exports Baht BankofThailand

Thailand’s Prime Minister Sets Economic Priorities

richard8 months ago8 mins

Thailand’s new government aims to boost the economy, increase economic engagement with other nations, and work towards a sustainable future. They plan to stimulate job creation, provide financial assistance to vulnerable groups, implement a blockchainbased payment system, expand export markets, and upgrade the healthcare program. Thailand sustainability economy blockchain healthcare investment

Wat Promoting Good Health Project: A Collaborative Effort for Monks’ Well-being in 2019

richard8 months ago7 mins

“Discover the Wat Promoting Good Health Project, empowering Buddhist monks to take charge of their own health care through selfawareness and responsibility. This groundbreaking initiative was supported by the Koh Samui Municipality Health Insurance Fund and has the potential to inspire similar programs in the future. WatPromotingGoodHealth BuddhistMonks HealthcareAwareness KohSamui ThailandTourism”

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Tackling the Mafia Menace: 700 Crime Lords Identified

richard8 months ago6 mins

Thai government has identified 700 individuals linked to mafiastyle crime across the nation and is creating a secure environment for potential witnesses to report information via various hotlines. ThailandCrime SecureEnvironment WitnessProtection MinistryOfInterior IllegalActivities MafiaStyleCrime TipOffs Hotlines PoliceMurder PublicSafety

Tragedy Strikes: Two Dead in Siam Paragon Shopping Mall Shooting

richard8 months ago7 mins

A tragic shooting at Siam Paragon mall left two dead and five injured. The young shooter had a history of mental health issues, reigniting concerns over gun violence in Thailand. SiamParagon shooting Thailand gunviolence mentalhealth

Suspected Teen Gunman Kills Three in Shopping Mall Tragedy

richard8 months ago7 mins

“Tragic news out of Bangkok as a shooting at Siam Paragon mall leaves three dead and four injured. The incident raises concerns about public safety and gun control measures in Thailand. BangkokShooting SiamParagon PublicSafety GunControl Thailand”

Thai PM Urges Delay in Arms Deals for 2024 Fiscal Year

richard8 months ago8 mins

Thai PM urges armed forces to delay arms procurement plans for 2024 and instead use budget to support those most in need, prioritizing natural disaster relief efforts. Royal Thai Air Force confirms no jet fighters will be procured in 2024 but will consider for 2025 to replace ageing fleet of F16 fighters. Thailand armedforces budgetpriorities naturaldisasterrelief F16fighters

Move Forward Party Establishes Proactive Policy Monitoring Team

richard8 months ago6 mins

The Move Forward Party has formed a policy monitoring team to oversee 15 key issues and provide constructive suggestions for improvements while supporting government initiatives that benefit the public. They aim to foster a more collaborative and efficient approach to governance for the benefit of the people. MoveForwardParty PolicyMonitoring GoodGovernance Collaboration Efficiency PublicBenefit EconomicDevelopment Agriculture Tourism

Thai Prime Minister Calls for Delay in Military Procurements

richard8 months ago7 mins

Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has redirected the armed forces’ budget for the 2024 fiscal year towards humanitarian efforts, including supporting those in need and dealing with natural disasters. The Royal Thai Air Force will prioritize these efforts over purchasing new jet fighters, but will consider procurement plans in the 2025 fiscal year. Thailand HumanitarianEfforts NaturalDisasters RoyalThaiAirForce BudgetReallocation JetFighters ForestFires Flooding HazeIssues