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Jonathan Miller

Former BBC World Service correspondent and Southeast Asia bureau chief for The Guardian (2012-2023). Peabody Award recipient for his documentary series on democratic movements in Thailand. Author of "The Bangkok Dispatches" and regular contributor to Foreign Policy magazine.

341 articles

Oct 6, 2023

Koh Samui Municipality's Elderly Living Allowance Application Guidelines

Koh Samui residents aged 60 and above can apply for the Elderly Living Allowance for fiscal year 20232024. Contact the Social Welfare Department at the Koh Samui Municipality Office for more information. KohSamui ElderlyLivingAllowance CommunitySupport

Oct 5, 2023

Introducing the New Chatbot for Local Government Procurement and Decentralization

"Get the legal support you need with our new chatbot program for local government organizations! Quickly access accurate answers to procurement and hiring questions, along with research on decentralization and local governance. Click the link in our bio to try it out! localgovernment procurement hiring chatbot decentralization localgovernance"

Oct 5, 2023

Government Takes Action to Ensure Public Safety after Mall Attack

Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin is taking measures to improve public safety and prevent another shooting incident like the recent one at Siam Paragon mall, which left two dead and five injured. The government is developing an emergency alert system and enforcing regulations to limit young people's access to firearms. ThailandSafety PublicSafety EmergencyAlert GunControl SiamParagonShooting

Oct 5, 2023

Din Daeng Casino Raid Leads to Police Transfers

"Concerns over local law enforcement arise as five senior police officers are transferred from a Din Daeng station due to alleged negligence in a recent casino bust. Gambling machines were confiscated and 54 gamblers were arrested in the raid. DinDaeng casinobust localenforcement lawenforcement gamblingden investigation"

Oct 4, 2023

Thailand's Prime Minister Sets Economic Priorities

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

Oct 3, 2023

Move Forward Party Establishes Proactive Policy Monitoring Team

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

Oct 3, 2023

Thai Prime Minister Calls for Delay in Military Procurements

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

Oct 3, 2023

Government Compiles List of Influential Figures for Review

The Thai government is cracking down on influential figures believed to have a negative impact on the country. A committee will monitor the individuals closely to assess if they have been involved in any of the 16 types of crime. Thailand governmentcrackdown crimewatch tourism travelasia

Oct 3, 2023

Legal Battle Continues: Lawyer Defends "Big Joke's" Arrested Team

Lawyer Ananchai Chaidet stands firm in his support for the eight subordinates of Pol Gen Surachate Hakparn, who were arrested for their supposed involvement in gambling websites. Pol Gen Surachate sought Chaidet's counsel on whether to pursue the legal battle, to which the lawyer advised him to be careful with his words and their potential impact on the court proceedings. legaldefense policecorruption cautionaryadvice courtproceedings lawyerlife

Oct 2, 2023

New City Clerk of Koh Samui Municipality: A Warm Welcome

Koh Samui Municipality introduces their new City Clerk, Mr. Prasert Rattanawicha, in a warm welcoming ceremony attended by local officials. Congratulations and best wishes from all of us at KohSamui CityClerk WelcomingCeremony Tourism Travelgram

Oct 2, 2023

15 Police Officers Face Charges for Fleeing Dinner Party Murder Scene

15 police officers are to be charged with dereliction of duty in connection with a murder at a dinner party in Thailand. Investigators have examined CCTV footage and witness statements to determine that 29 police officers were present at the party. Thailand PoliceCharges MurderInvestigation

Oct 2, 2023

Police Transfers After Gambling Den Bust in Rom Klao

"Police officers transferred after busting illegal gambling den in Rom Klao, Bangkok. 50 gamblers and 17 bankers arrested in the operation. Bangkok IllegalGambling CrimeBust TravelThailand"

Oct 2, 2023

New National Police Chief: Pol Gen Torsak Sukvimol

"Exciting news! Pol Gen Torsak Sukvimol has been officially endorsed as the new national police chief by HM King. Let's welcome him to his new role! ThailandPolice NewLeadership LawEnforcement"

Oct 1, 2023

Thai Lawyers for Human Rights Wins Prestigious Democracy Defenders Award

"Congratulations to Thai Lawyers for Human Rights for winning the Justice for Democracy Defenders Award at this year's Albies ceremony hosted by the Clooney Foundation for Justice! Their tireless work defending the rights of those facing legal harassment and persecution in Thailand is truly inspiring. Let's continue to support those fighting for justice and democracy around the world. ThaiLawyersforHumanRights JusticeforDemocracyDefenders ClooneyFoundationforJustice HumanRights Democracy"

Oct 1, 2023

Boosting Tourism: Thailand's Visa-Free Scheme for Chinese and Kazakh Tourists

Thailand's visafree scheme for Chinese and Kazakh tourists has been a huge success, with bookings from Chinese tourists increasing almost 20 times compared to last year. This initiative aims to boost tourism and stimulate the economy while emphasizing the importance of tourist safety. ThailandTourism QuickWinPolicy VisaFreeScheme BoostingEconomy TouristSafety

Sep 30, 2023

Gambling Den Raid Leads to Transfer of Top Rom Klao Police Officers

Top five officers of Bangkok's Rom Klao police department have been transferred after a gambling den was discovered. The den situated in a fresh market was raided by the Department of Provincial Administration, resulting in the arrest of 50 gamblers and 17 gambling bankers. Bangkok police gambling raid arrests tourism

Sep 29, 2023

Scam-Linked Arrest at Aranyaprathet Immigration Checkpoint

"Thai woman arrested for opening a bank account for scam gang linked to the Samut Prakan family tragedy. Jirapinya Naeyued now faces charges of fraud and transnational criminal activities. ThailandCrime ScamGang SamutPrakanTragedy Arrested ImmigrationCheckPoint"

Sep 28, 2023

'Big Joke' Admits to Paying Reporters: A Look into the High-profile Policeman's Acts of Generosity

Highprofile Thai police officer "Big Joke" Surachate Hakparn admits to paying reporters to cover his activities, citing their low salaries and financial struggles, which he funds with his family fortune. Despite recent media attention from a police crackdown on online gambling, Big Joke denies any involvement and is not pursuing the position of police chief. Thailand Police BigJoke OnlineGambling MediaAttention FinancialStruggles

Sep 28, 2023

New National Police Chief Appointed in Thailand

"Thailand welcomes its new National Police Chief, Pol Gen Torsak Sukvimol, who was approved by the Police Commission. Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin presided over the appointment, with Deputy Police Chief Pol Gen Surachate "Big Joke" Hakparn absent from the meeting due to a recent police probe. ThailandPolice NationalPoliceChief NewAppointment SretthaThavisin"

Sep 28, 2023

Koh Samui City Municipality Council Meeting: Key Highlights and Decisions

Koh Samui City Municipality held a successful council meeting addressing important issues such as social welfare, urban planning, and public health services. The council members made significant decisions and concluded the meeting efficiently. KohSamui CouncilMeeting SocialWelfare UrbanPlanning PublicHealth Efficiency