richard, Author at Ko Samui & Ko Phangan

Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease Surveillance and Prevention Project

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On September 12, 2023, at 09:00 a.m., Ban Bo Phut School in Bo Phut Subdistrict, Koh Samui District, hosted the opening ceremony of the Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease Surveillance and Prevention Project. Mr. Suchat Sriinsai, a National Health Security Fund Committee member, presided over the event. Attendees included the Fund Committee, officials from the Bang Rak Public Health Service Center, teachers, students, municipal officials, and the Public Health and Environment Department.

DSI Investigates ‘Kamnan Nok’ Companies for Bid-Rigging

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The Department of Special Investigation (DSI) in Thailand has called for questioning representatives from 65 companies who may have been involved in bidrigging with Praween Chanklai’s construction business. Praween, also known as “Kamnan Nok,” was arrested following the murder of a Highway Police officer during a dinner party at his house.

Police Officer’s Suicide Linked to Subordinate’s Murder

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A senior police officer, Pol Col Vachira Yaothaisong, age 44, has been found dead from an apparent selfinflicted gunshot wound at his home in Pathum Thani. Pol Col Vachira was the immediate superior of Pol Maj Siwakorn Saibua, who was murdered at a dinner party last Wednesday. Both officers were part of the Highway Police subdivision 2.

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National Health Security Fund Community Health Plan Training

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On September 12, 2023, at 9:00 a.m., a comprehensive training event focusing on the community health plan was held at the Phet Samui Conference Room, Koh Samui Municipality. Deputy Mayor of Koh Samui, Miss Supinya Sri Thongkul, presided over the opening ceremony, attended by heads of government agencies, lecturers, municipal officials, and 60 trainees.

Farmer Debt Moratorium Set for Q4

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The Thai government has announced plans to introduce a debt moratorium for farmers in the fourth quarter of this year. This initiative will cover both debt principal and interest, providing financial relief to those in the agricultural sector. Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin revealed this plan and anticipates cabinet approval at their first meeting.

Steve Madden Opens Largest Flagship Store at CentralWorld

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MAP Active Adiperkasa Ltd. unveils the grand opening of Steve Madden’s flagship store at the acclaimed CentralWorld Shopping Centre in Bangkok, Thailand. Spanning 142 sq.m., this impressive store combines the ‘Extraordinary Shopping Experience’ concept with design elements inspired by the New York shopping scene and a warm ambiance of pink gold shades.

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Boosting Isan Economy: PM Srettha Thavisin’s Comprehensive Plan

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Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has announced that his first mobile cabinet meeting will be held in Nong Bua Lam Phu province in November. The meeting aims to address and highlight plans to bolster the economy of the province and the northeastern region of Isan. The PM’s decision to select Nong Bua Lam Phu followed an inspection trip to the region.

Toothbrush Promotion Project in Koh Samui Schools

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The Health Insurance Fund of Koh Samui Municipality has recently launched an initiative focused on improving dental health among students. The toothbrush promotion project aims to teach proper oral hygiene habits, reduce dental health issues in children, and ultimately promote a healthier future for the young population.

Transfer of Senior Police Officers Amidst Dinner Party Murder Investigation

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Two highranking police officers present at a dinner party during which a highway policeman was killed and another injured by a gunman in Nakhon Pathom last Wednesday have been transferred to inactive posts. The order, signed by Pol Lt Gen Thanayut Wuthicharasdamrong, the Provincial Police Region 7 commissioner, effectively moved Pol Maj Gen Jakkrit Kruasunthornwanich, the Nakhon Pathom provincial police chief, and Pol Col Phuphon Thapcharoen, the Muang station chief, to work at Provincial Police Region 7 headquarters starting Monday, September 11.

Landslips and Floods Affect Mae Hong Son, Damaging Homes and Tourist Attractions

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Mae Hong Son, a northern border province in Thailand, has recently experienced flash floods and landslides due to heavy rainfall. These natural disasters have severely damaged public utilities, residential areas, agricultural lands, as well as popular tourist attractions in Muang and Pai districts. As a result, flash flood warnings have been issued for 20 provinces, primarily in the northern regions of the country.