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According to the Thailand Tourism Authority( TAT ), at least 600,000 Indian tourists are anticipated in Pattaya Beach Town this year, compared to before the pandemic.

More than 900,000 Hindu tourists arrived in Thailand in the year prior to the pandemic, and nearly 600, 000 of them traveled to Pattaya, according to Anoma Vongyi, chairman of TAT’s pattan office, who released this information on Wednesday. They were the third-largest group of foreign guests in 2019, followed by Russians and Chinese.

Indians were returning in droves, more so than from other nations, since the place reopened to tourists next year. Most people were returning to Pattaya, according to Ms. Anoma.

There were two main groups of Indian visitors to Pattaya: those going to seminars and groups made up of free independent travelers( FITs ). & nbsp, Independent travelers came all year long, with seminar groups mostly coming from May to August. American tourist arrivals had decline toward the side of the year.

Tourists from seminar groups were dispersed, staying in Phra Tamnak Hill, Pattaya Nua ( North ), and Rattana Klang( Central ). According to the TAT’s Pattaya work producer, FIT visitors typically stayed in areas with low room rates, such as the Pattons Klang and Tai, and nbsp. & nbsp,

This summer, Pattaya was anticipated to host at least 600,000 American tourists. According to her, spending ranges from 2, 000 to 3, 000 baht per person per day for conference attendees and nbsp and between 1, 000 and 2 000 baht for FIT guests.

According to Ms. Anoma, American tourists in conference groups visited entertainment locations in addition to spending money on lodging, meals, and tourist attractions like Nong Nooch Tropical Garden, Alcazar musical and Koh Larn.

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In two incidents in Chiang Rai territory in April, four suspects were detained and significant amounts of medicines were seized, according to Pol Lt Gen Piya Tawichai, director of the Provincial Police Region 5.

He claimed that a number of 10kg of morphine, 239 kilograms of crystal meth, and 600,000 mg of amphetamine pills had been seized.

Two delivery trucks were stopped and searched on April 24 at a station in the Muang district’s tambon Doi Lan, close to Moo 1 settlement. 239 kg of crystal meth, or snow, and 10kg of morphine were discovered inside the two vehicles. Three defendants were taken into custody.

At the Pukaeng station in tambon Mae Yen, Phan area, a cartridge was stopped on April 25. During a investigation, authorities discovered 600,000 ice pills. There was a detention of one assume.

He claimed that between October 1, 2022 and May 2, 2023, Region 5 authorities seized 17, 035 cases of 71 million ice pills, 1, 711 kilograms of diamond ketamine, and 31 kg of cocaine.

Assets worth 415 million baht were seized for inspection and are thought to have been acquired through the drug industry.

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CHAIYAPHUM: On Tuesday, during a superb and one-of-a-kind ordination rally through Ban Non Salao in the Phu Khieo district, eight men entering the monastic life were constantly thrown into the air.

The eight men who were being ordained, known as nagas, had religious ceremonies at a village monument that provincial governor Sopon Suwanrat presided over in the morning.

The festival of the eight nagas, each of whom was seated cross-legged on a wood bed carried by powerful men along the village’s important streets to Wat Takhaek, was the highlight of that day. The routes were lined with Thai and international tourists as well as local villagers.

A procession of family, friends, and coworkers of the soldiers entering the monkhood followed the rally, which was led by around 100 elegantly attired young ladies from the village.

The eight centaurs being paraded around the town were carried on wood beds and tossed up and down to rousing drum beats and northern music, which was the height of the excitement. Until the festival came to an end at the church where they were ordained, the centaurs were still being tossed.

Locals claimed that the nagas’ grueling flinging was a study of their fortitude and tenacity. They declared that the custom of tossing soldiers into the monkhood was particular to the region and vowed to uphold it with confidence.

Makhawan Wannakul( picture )

On Tuesday, a crowd gathers after the priesthood rally in Chaiyaphum’s Phu Khieo district. ( Image: Makkawan Wannakul )

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Bhumjaithai Party leader Anutin Charnvirakul has slammed recent remarks made by Srettha Thavisin, one of the three prime ministerial candidates of the Pheu Thai Party, calling them a smear campaign against the party.

Mr Srettha had earlier said that if Thais vote for Bhumjaithai, then Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha will return to power.

“Our party’s legal team is checking if the claim violates election laws,” he said, saying the party has its legal team to pursue all possible procedures.

As Bhumjaithai is the victim in this instance, it can file a lawsuit against anyone who brought up false information with the intent to defame the party while canvassing, he said.

“Don’t go telling anyone that if they choose Bhumjaithai, Gen Prayut [Chan-o-cha] will return to the post of prime minister as it will lead to misunderstandings,” said Mr Anutin.

He insisted that he would assume the role of prime minister if Bhumjaithai wins the election, before adding the party would also prioritise its members for key political positions.

When asked if Bhumjaithai’s candidates would band together and sue Mr Srettha, he said the decision is theirs to make and that he cannot prevent them from doing so.

Asked if Mr Anutin would call Mr Srettha to clear up the matter, he said he won’t, adding Mr Srettha was the one who started the problem.

Mr Anutin also refused to comment when asked about his Facebook post, in which he claimed Mr Srettha had changed after becoming involved in politics.

Meanwhile, Mr Srettha responded on Twitter, saying that he has not changed and is still the same person who will oppose actions that pose a danger to society.

He said cannabis is causing problems in society, as exemplified by the public’s anger over the picture of a 10-year-old smoking pot.

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Possessors of the Palang Pracharath Party’s( PPRP ) welfare cards have been offered assistance by the organization to help them escape the poverty trap.

According to party leader and candidate for prime minister Gen Prawit Wongsuwon, bread-and-butter issues and the need to boost the economy are given priority, according to Charnkrit Detwithak, a spokeswoman for the group’s election system council.

The economic team at the PPRP has developed strategy guidelines centered on the support provided to low-income earners. He added that in addition to receiving 700 baht per month in happiness, those who have a welfare card will also receive free life insurance for 200, 000 Baht.

Additionally, users will have access to occupational training. They will be qualified for a give of 30,000 baht per person to launch their own company after completing the training.

According to Mr. Charnkrit, users may develop function skills that raise their standard of living and ensure job security. With these, they will be able to increase their income in order to keep up with the rising cost of living and escape the hardship bait.

He claimed that the club had provided opportunities for people with low incomes to purchase the necessary tools and learn how to land a steady job.

He claimed that in order to combat hunger in a long-term way, the party plans to put its money where its mouth is.

Citizens who were confused urged

As the public vote approaches its conclusion, the Pheu Thai Party is adjusting its promotion strategy to engage citizens more.

According to Phuangphet Chunla-iad, director of the group’s political coordination screen for Bangkok, by getting in touch with and instantly communicating strategy letters to undecided voters.

She explained that while waiting for the bright light, drivers will be able to listen to the group’s MP candidates talk at roads.

In the towns of Nong Khaem, Bang Bon, Chom Thong, Don Muang, Phra Khanong, Bank Khola, and Yannawa, the crossing campaign is being used.

The occasion was already stepping up its door-knocking campaign as polls revealed that many voters who lived at home and in condominiums were unsure of who they would vote for on May 14.

She continued by saying that the event will run the campaign more frequently on weekday mornings before people leave for work. This will guarantee that the group’s battle messages reach the voters.

moving south

As the election draws near, the United Thai Nation ( UTN ) Party claims to be paying particular attention to the South because Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha is very well-liked there.

The UTN intends to establish a significant public relations campaign and take advantage of it in the month leading up to the election, according to Thanakorn Wangboonkongchana, chief strategist for the party’s southern constituencies.

After directing system rallies in those regions, he claimed Gen Prayut enjoys higher approval ratings.

According to Mr. Thanakorn, sometimes candidates who have left the Democrat Party, which has historically dominated the South, claim that the UTN’s popularity it has surpassed prospects.

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The Palang Pracharath Party ( PPRP ) has made an offer to upskill holders of its welfare cards in order to assist them in escaping the poverty trap.

According to party leader and candidate for prime minister Gen Prawit Wongsuwon, bread-and-butter issues and the need to boost the economy are given priority, according to Charnkrit Detwithak, a spokeswoman for the group’s election system council.

The economic team at the PPRP has developed promotion guidelines centered on helping low-income workers. In addition to receiving 700 ringgit per month in security benefits, he added that those who have life insurance will also be given free coverage for 200, 000 bht.

Additionally, the customers may have access to training in the workplace. They will be qualified for a grant of 30, 000 ringgit per person to launch their own company after completing the training.

According to Mr. Charnkrit, users may learn employment skills that ensure job stability and raise their standard of living. With these, they can increase their income and escape the hardship pit while keeping up with the rising cost of living.

He claimed that the club had provided opportunities for people with low incomes to purchase the necessary tools and learn how to land a steady job.

He claimed that in order to combat poverty in a long-term way, the occasion intends to put its capital where its mouth is.

Voters who were confused urged

As the public vote approaches its conclusion, the Pheu Thai Party is adjusting its promotion strategy to engage citizens more.

According to Phuangphet Chunla – iad, director of the group’s political coordination screen for Bangkok, the political party is reaching out to undecided voters and sending campaign communications directly to them.

She explained that while waiting for the bright light, drivers will be able to listen to the group’s MP candidates talk at roads.

In the towns of Nong Khaem, Bang Bon, Chom Thong, Don Muang, Phra Khanong, Bank Khola, and Yannawa, the crossing campaign is being used.

As polls revealed that most voters who lived at home and in condominiums were unsure of who they would vote for on May 14, the party was already stepping up its door-knocking campaign.

She continued by saying that the event would run the campaign more frequently on weekday mornings before work. The group’s battle messages will be delivered to the voters as a result.

moving south

As the election draws near, the United Thai Nation ( UTN ) Party claims to be paying particular attention to the South because it is where Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha enjoys a lot of popularity.

The party intends to launch a significant public relations campaign and take advantage of this in the week leading up to the election, according to Thanakorn Wangboonkongchana, chief strategist for the UTN’s southern constituencies, who stated on Tuesday & nbsp.

After directing campaign rallies in those regions, he claimed Gen Prayut enjoys higher approval ratings.

According to Mr. Thanakorn, the UTN’s status in the South has surpassed targets, according to applicants who have left the Democrat Party, which has historically dominated the region.

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Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha insists he would not want to be part of a minority government after the May 14 election, despite this being possible under the constitution.

In an exclusive interview with the Bangkok Post, Gen Prayut, who is also the United Thai Nation (UTN) Party’s chief strategist and No.1 prime ministerial candidate, said the formation of the next government will depend on the negotiations between parties prompted by the ballots cast.

“It is up to the parties to hold talks when they know how many seats they have got,” he said.

“The constitution doesn’t prohibit any party that fails to gain a majority of seats [from forming a government]. But that’s not my preference. I would like my party to win the most seats,” he added.

The charter also allows for a prime minister to be picked from a non-winning party.

“I don’t want to say now which party is likely to secure more seats. We’ll have to (wait and) look at the numbers.

“If we can win enough seats, but we don’t get nominated, then we’ll just follow the rules. Everyone wants to be the prime minister. But whoever is chosen must do the job to the best of their ability,” Gen Prayut noted.

Asked for his thoughts on several recent opinion polls that show the UTN is trailing rivals such as Pheu Thai, he dismissed these as unreliable indicators.

“I believe every party has conducted their own opinion polls in such a way that produces favourable results for themselves. Today’s results are good, but they may not be so good tomorrow. There are ups and downs,” he said.

“But I believe the UTN will capture enough seats to form a government. We have set our target,” he said, adding that whenever the party rolls out a new policy, its popularity goes up.

The prime minister said he believes voters are prone to frequent changes of heart and mind, with opinion polls now suggesting that over 30% of voters remain undecided about which party they will choose.

Gen Prayut said his popularity remains high because people recognise his achievements and contributions to the country.

Asked whether the UTN would enter into an alliance with the Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP) led by Deputy Prime Minister Prawit Wongsuwon after the election, Gen Prayut was noncommittal.

“Everything is possible. But we would also have to look at the number of votes gained and other conditions,” he said.

“If anyone acts for the sake of the country, [their] religion and the monarchy, I’m ready to [work with] them. But if it is otherwise, that wouldn’t be acceptable.”

Commenting on the poll results showing parties in the coalition government having lower scores than those in the opposition bloc, he said: “It’s not certain that our side has a lower score. Several coalition parties have told me the results of the opinion polls can vary a lot.”

“We give moral support and encouragement to each other. We should not be in conflict. We must trust each other,” he said.

Gen Prayut said he disagreed with populist policies involving cash handouts as these will have to be financed by taxpayers.

“We are still using a deficit budget system. Many people still haven’t entered the tax system, even though they should have. They won’t have to pay taxes if they earn less than the minimum threshold,” he noted.

“There are about 10 million people in the tax system, but only four million of them pay taxes, not to mention all the tax deductions. So we have to use the money from four million people to take care of the whole nation, as well as running regional and local civil service systems.

“Is it possible to run the country when we can only collect this amount of revenue? We have to decentralise power and allocate money to the provinces, which have smaller budgets,” the prime minister said.

“We have to develop these areas. But it’s wrong to borrow money just to give it away [in the form of handouts]. That would hurt our credibility.”

During Covid-19, it was necessary for the government to take out loans to help vulnerable groups, but this was only a short-term measure, he said.

“Today, we need to make optimal use of the money at our disposal. We need to maintain monetary and fiscal discipline in a vigorous manner,” the prime minister added.

“Our economy is larger than those of many countries. We just need to improve the quality of the products we make.

“We have to find ways to help farmers who invest a lot but receive little profit. We need to devise plans to promote organic farming and change farmers into ‘smart’ farmers.

“Farmers should be encouraged to grow other crops, not just rice. For example, farmers in the North are now growing lavender for commercial use to make extracts of essential oils.

“Growing lavender on one rai of land for three years can yield a profit of hundreds of thousands of baht,” Gen Prayut added.

“We have to look for technologies to add value to our products. We will move from being a middle-income country to a high-income one. We have to achieve this goal, even though it may take some time. But right now, Thai farmers are already growing much stronger.

“I can say things will improve. We will change everything for the better in a stable manner. Change must be gradual, not drastic, not the kind of rapid change that will lead to conflict.

“Today, I am ready to follow through with my work to ensure continuity with what has already been done. The opportunity to stay on for two more years [as prime minister] is not a limitation or a weakness. I can still make changes with the collaboration of people of all ages,” he said.

Gen Prayut was referring to his eight-year limit as prime minister, which will expire in 2025.

The Constitutional Court last year ruled that his tenure started on April 6, 2017, when the current charter was promulgated.

Under the ruling, if he were to be re-elected by a joint sitting of parliament after May 14, Gen Prayut would only be eligible to remain in office until that deadline.

Commenting on how some parties are seeking to replace military conscription with voluntary recruitment, he said conscription must be retained in the interests of national defence.

However, the rules have been revised so that conscripts now only have to fill two-thirds of the total demand, he said.

Gen Prayut said people could voluntarily apply for 12-18 months of military service while anyone who has undergone territorial defence training, or Ror Dor, can also be exempt from the draft.

“Conscription is compulsory in those areas where military personnel are understaffed. The constitution stipulates that Thai men are bound by duty to serve in the military.

“The current situation may be relatively peaceful but don’t think a war will never break out,” he said. “The geopolitical landscape is changing quickly. How do you know we won’t be involved in a war?”

“We have to deploy forces around the country. We share about 3,000 kilometres of border with a country to our west. Some people say we have so many troops, but in reality, we don’t have enough.

“It’s important that our forces are always ready for any situation that could turn into a limited war. We need strong people, and they are in need of bulletproof vests.

“We still have to conscript them for military training. We must also prepare them for joint exercises with troops from foreign countries.”

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