Phuket’s provincial police commander, Pol Maj Gen Sermphan Sirikong, along with representatives from tourismrelated agencies, recently held a briefing to address claims made in an Al Jazeera report. The report, which has circulated widely on social media since Wednesday, alleges that an increasing number of Russian tourists are taking jobs and operating businesses illegally on the island.
Banknotes play an essential role in our daily lives, and the ability to identify counterfeit money is crucial for individuals and businesses alike. In this article, we will guide you through seven key methods for identifying genuine banknotes and protecting yourself from fraud.
The Futsal Competition 2013 kicked off with a grand opening ceremony on September 8, 2013, at 19:30 hrs., at the Koh Samui Municipality Stadium in Phru Chaweng, Koh Samui District. Deputy Mayor of Koh Samui Municipality, Mr. Sutham Samthong, presided over the ceremony, which was attended by the municipality’s executive board, council members, municipal officials, representatives from the education office, members of the organizing committee, athletes, youth, and honored guests. Mr. Pakorn Kanchanopas, also a Deputy Mayor of Koh Samui Municipality, served as the chairman of the organizing committee and provided an overview of the competition.
Thananchai Manmak, a suspect in the fatal shooting of a highway police officer and injuring another at a party in Nakhon Pathom, was killed in a gunfight with police in Tha Rua district, Kanchanaburi province, on Friday morning. Thananchai was wanted under a court warrant for the crime. Police from the Crime Suppression Division (CSD) and Provincial Police Region 9 conducted a manhunt that led to the fatal encounter.
The Thai government is ramping up initiatives to mitigate the effects of the El Nino weather anomaly, which has caused reduced rainfall and drought, impacting the country’s agricultural sector. Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin emphasized the importance of addressing these concerns, as the welfare of the population and the agricultural sector are top priorities.
On September 7, 2023, at 09:00 a.m., the Village Doctor Training Project under His Majesty the King’s Royal Initiative for 2023 commenced at Samui Phet Conference Room, Koh Samui Municipality. Ms. Panida Pahuakan, Deputy Municipal Clerk, presided over the opening ceremony. Ms. Natnoy Srisaeng reported the objectives of the project, while trainees and municipal employees from the Public Health and Environment Department were in attendance.
On September 7, 2023, at 08:30 a.m., a launch ceremony was held at Municipal School 4 (Wat Kiri Maas) for the Safe Riding, Wear a Helmet Project. The event was attended by a diverse group of participants, including Mrs. Chalat Patphrom, a Fund Committee member (expert), teachers and students of Municipal School 4 (Wat Kiri Maas), police officers, municipal employees, and representatives from the Public Health and Environment Department.
On September 7, 2023, at 09:00 a.m., at Koh Tiam, Maret Subdistrict, Koh Samui District, Mr. Suthat Samthong, the Deputy Mayor of Koh Samui Municipality, presided over the opening ceremony of the training on “Preventing Illegal Fishing and Creating Understanding for Local Fishing Groups.” The event was attended by provincial fisheries executives from Surat Thani, members of the municipal council, municipal employees, and 75 trainees.
On September 7, 2023, at Ban Bo Phut School in Bo Phut Subdistrict, Koh Samui District, a significant step was taken towards creating a cleaner environment and promoting the wellbeing of the community. Mr. Suchat Sriinsai, a Fund Committee member, presided over the opening ceremony of the Waste Separation Project at Ban Bo Phut School. Joining him were the Fund Committee, teachers, students of Ban Bo Phut School, and municipal employees from the Public Health and Environment Department.
Thailand’s new Digital Economy and Society Minister, Prasert Chanthararuangthong, announced that he will retract his predecessor’s threat to block Facebook access in the country due to its inability to control scam ads. Prasert acknowledges that scams are a significant problem but believes that blocking Facebook would negatively impact millions of businesses relying on the social network.