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Local News•Aug 25, 2023

Community Committee Training Project in Maret and Na Mueang Subdistricts

On August 24, 2013, at 09:00 a.m., the opening ceremony of the Community Committee Training Project in Community Administration and Management for the year 2013 took place at the International College of Tourism, Suratthani Rajabhat University, Bo Phut Subdistrict, Ko Samui. Mr. Suthum Samthong, Deputy Mayor of Ko Samui City, acted on behalf of the Mayor of Ko Samui City. The event was attended by administrators, city council members, government officials, trainers, municipal staff, and members of the community committees.

Thailand News•Aug 25, 2023

Local Performance Assessment (LPA): A Comprehensive Overview

The Local Performance Assessment (LPA) is a crucial annual evaluation conducted by the Department of Local Administration to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of local government organizations across the country. This article delves into the LPA's objectives, assessment areas, and its impact on local government organizations.

Local News•Aug 25, 2023

G.S. Know the Law, Fight Against Drug Hazards: A Collaborative Effort in Thailand

On August 10, 2023, at 09:00 a.m., Koh Samui School held a ceremony to launch the G.S. Know the Law, Fight Against Drug Hazards project. School director Mr. Banyat Poolphon presided over the event, which was attended by teachers, students, police officers, municipal officials, and representatives from the Department of Public Health and Environment.

World•Aug 25, 2023

Empowering Women Scientists: Closing the Gender Gap in Research Worldwide

The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) has partnered with the Thailand Science Research and Innovation (TSRI) to launch an initiative aimed at empowering women scientists from developing countries. This collaboration seeks to address gender disparity among researchers and support the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Thailand News•Aug 25, 2023

Certificate Presentation Ceremony for Community Committees in Maret and Na Mueang

The Community Committee Training Project is an initiative designed to enhance the skills and knowledge of community administration and management. Recently, the community committees of Maret and Na Mueang subdistricts successfully completed the training for the year 2023. The Community Committee Training Project is an initiative designed to enhance the skills and knowledge of community administration and management. Recently, the community committees of Maret and Na Mueang subdistricts successfully completed the training for the year 2023.

Local News•Aug 24, 2023

Certificate Presentation Ceremony for Community Committees in Bophut and Maenam

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.

Local News•Aug 24, 2023

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

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.

Local News•Aug 24, 2023

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

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.

Local News•Aug 24, 2023

1 OBT 1 Herbal Garden Project: A Community Initiative

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.

Thailand News•Aug 24, 2023

Woman Arrested for Pyramid Scheme in Nakhon Ratchasima Province

A 34yearold woman, Kanittha Senkhoksung, has been arrested for operating a pyramid scheme that caused more than 9 million baht in damages. The scheme lured in over 100 investors, who were then victimized by the fraudulent operation. A 34yearold woman, Kanittha Senkhoksung, has been arrested for operating a pyramid scheme that caused more than 9 million baht in damages. The scheme lured in over 100 investors, who were then victimized by the fraudulent operation.

Thailand News•Aug 24, 2023

Thaksin Shinawatra: Medical Ward Residence in Bangkok Remand Prison

Thaksin Shinawatra, former prime minister of Thailand, has been assigned a private room on the medical ward of Bangkok Remand Prison due to his underlying health conditions. At 74 years old, Thaksin has four known health issues, including heart and lung problems. The Department of Corrections has stated that Thaksin's health will be closely monitored to provide proper medical care and ensure his safety.

Local News•Aug 24, 2023

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

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.

Thailand News•Aug 24, 2023

Introducing the English Traffy Fondue App for Foreigners in Phuket

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.

Local News•Aug 24, 2023

Training Project: Developing Excellent Service Behavior, 2nd Batch

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.

Local News•Aug 24, 2023

Training Project: Developing Excellent Service Behavior, 2nd Batch

Local News•Aug 22, 2023

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

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.

Thailand News•Aug 22, 2023

Honest Taxi Driver Returns Wallet with Over 370,000 Baht

An exemplary act of honesty occurred last Saturday when taxi driver Pornsak Phunee returned a wallet containing a significant sum of money to a Bangladeshi tourist. The wallet, which was left in Pornsak's cab, contained over 370,000 baht in foreign currencies, photos, and a credit card belonging to Jahirul Islam Munshi.

Thailand News•Aug 22, 2023

Crackdown on Unlicensed Cannabis Dispensaries in Phuket

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.

Thailand News•Aug 22, 2023

Out-of-Court Settlements: A Boon to the Economy

Outofcourt settlements have significantly benefited the economy since the law facilitating them took effect on May 23, 2019. According to the government, a total of 53,030 civil and 353 criminal cases have been settled without court involvement. This approach has saved people about 6.88 billion baht in court fees for civil cases, while outofcourt settlements in criminal cases have saved the state up to 27 billion baht.

World•Aug 22, 2023

Investigation into Suspected Murder of Thai Woman in Berlin

The Thai embassy in Berlin is keeping a close watch on the German police's investigation into the suspected murder of a Thai woman. Siriya Saiwongpanya's body was discovered in the Schöneberg district of Berlin last week. The Foreign Ministry has released a statement regarding the case.