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Certificate Presentation Ceremony for Community Committees in Bophut and Maenam

richard1 year ago3 mins

A certificate presentation ceremony recently took place to honor members of the community committees from Bophut and Maenam Subdistricts, who had successfully completed a specialized training program. The training, titled “Community Committee Training Project in Community Administration and Management,” aimed to equip participants with the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively manage and administer their communities for the year 2013.

Community Management Training Project for the Fiscal Year 2023: Empowering Local Committees

richard1 year ago4 mins

On August 10, 2023, at 09.00 am, the opening ceremony of the Community Management Training Project for the Fiscal Year 2023 was held at the International College of Tourism, Suratthani Rajabhat University, Bo Phut Subdistrict, Koh Samui. Mr. Sutham Samthong, Deputy Mayor of Koh Samui Municipality, presided over the event, acting on behalf of the Mayor of Koh Samui Municipality. The ceremony was attended by executive committee members, municipal council members, heads of government agencies, trainers, municipal employees, and community committees of Bo Phut and Mae Nam subdistricts. The project aimed to enhance knowledge, skills, and experience exchange in community administration, ensuring more effective and beneficial public duties.

Koh Samui Street King Event: A Celebration of Supercars and Local Culture

richard1 year ago5 mins

Koh Samui, a popular tourist destination in Thailand, is gearing up for a spectacular event that combines the love for supercars with the promotion of local tourism and culture. The “Koh Samui Street King” event is set to take place from September 910, 2023. It will showcase an impressive collection of supercars, while also highlighting the unique lifestyle of the local community.

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1 OBT 1 Herbal Garden Project: A Community Initiative

richard1 year ago3 mins

The “1 OBT 1 Herbal Garden” project is a communitybased initiative that aims to promote health and environmental consciousness among residents of the Koh Samui Municipality. The project focuses on planting herbal gardens at various locations throughout the region, encouraging locals to come together and participate in the process.

Koh Samui’s Tourism Revival: Back to Pre-Pandemic Levels

richard1 year ago5 mins

Koh Samui, the beautiful resort island in the southern province of Surat Thani, is witnessing a significant revival in its tourism industry. In July, both the number of flights and tourist arrivals surged, indicating that the island’s tourism has returned to its precoronavirus levels in 2019.

Introducing the English Traffy Fondue App for Foreigners in Phuket

richard1 year ago3 mins

Phuket provincial office has recently launched an English languagesupported version of the Traffy Fondue application, aiming to assist foreign visitors in reporting issues related to the local environment and public services. The app has received positive feedback from locals who hope for a quicker resolution to everyday problems.

Training Project: Developing Excellent Service Behavior, 2nd Batch

richard1 year ago3 mins

On August 10, 2023, the Phetch Samui meeting room in Koh Samui Municipality hosted the opening ceremony of the Training Project’s 2nd Batch, focused on Developing Excellent Service Behavior. The event was chaired by Mr. Pakorn Kanchanophas, Deputy Mayor of Koh Samui Municipality, and was organized under the annual training project aimed at enhancing efficiency and developing the capacity of municipal employees, regular workers, and permanent staff in 2023.

Training Project: Developing Excellent Service Behavior, 2nd Batch

richard1 year ago3 mins

On August 10, 2023, the Phetch Samui meeting room in Koh Samui Municipality hosted the opening ceremony of the Training Project’s 2nd Batch, focused on Developing Excellent Service Behavior. The event was chaired by Mr. Pakorn Kanchanophas, Deputy Mayor of Koh Samui Municipality, and was organized under the annual training project aimed at enhancing efficiency and developing the capacity of municipal employees, regular workers, and permanent staff in 2023.

Youth and Innocence, Caring for the Future Project: A Comprehensive Initiative

richard1 year ago4 mins

On August 22, 2013, the Youth and Innocence, Caring for the Future project was inaugurated at Koh Samui School in a ceremony attended by various stakeholders. Mr. Banyat Poolphon, Director of Koh Samui School, presided over the event, which included participants such as teachers, students, Koh Samui Hospital staff, municipal employees, and representatives from the Department of Public Health and Environment. The project aims to reach 250 students and young people, providing valuable resources and guidance.

Crackdown on Unlicensed Cannabis Dispensaries in Phuket

richard1 year ago4 mins

Phuket, a popular tourist destination in Thailand, is home to a growing number of cannabis dispensaries. As of now, there are 1,701 registered cannabisrelated businesses on the island, with 1,451 of them being dispensaries. These shops are spread across different districts: 502 in Kathu district, 222 in Thalang district, and the remainder in Muang Phuket district.