Govt denies Koh Kut run-ins

” Artificial information” about Cambodian troops conflicts

Koh Kut
Koh Kut

The authorities defended reports of Thai soldiers fighting with Vietnamese counterparts as fake news while claiming that the island’s current tourism situation is still favorable.

As the area in Trat state continues to make articles, the number of tourists is actually higher than for the exact time in recent years, said Jirayu Houngsub, an assistant to Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, on Sunday.

Koh Kut has been in the news as a result of pressure from some to rekindle discussions with Cambodia over the controversial Memorandum of Understanding ( MoU) framework, which opponents fear could lead to Thailand losing territory.

The government is now trying to stop a flurry of false news accounts online that the media seems to have received.

“First of all, there was no such intense security situation between Thailand and Cambodia onKoh Kutas rumoured,” said Mr Jirayu, also spokesman for the Prime Minister’s Office. Nor had military forces maintained on the island been reinforced as rumoured. A Cambodian military force was not present on the island either.

“And there has been no exodus ofKoh Kutresidents fleeing the island as rumoured. In reality, a growing number of visitors are queuing up to board a ferry to the island,” said Mr Jirayu. “I would also advise against people falling for the fake news about a skirmish between Thailand and Cambodia erupting on Koh Kut.

“Police have begun taking action against those who have violated the Computer Crime Act by spreading false information aboutKoh Kutonline. It carries a maximum five-year jail term and/or a maximum fine of 100,000 baht,” said Mr Jirayu.

Citing figures supplied by the local Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) in Trat, he said reports that hotel and resort bookings have been cancelled following the rumoured security breakdown onKoh Kutwere also untrue.

Korakot Opas, director of the Trat provincial office of the TAT, likewise brushed aside claimsKoh Kuthad reported a 30% hotel cancellation rate.

The occupancy rate onKoh Kutfor November, December and January was 72.4% (35,570 local and international tourists), 74.51% (37,420) and 77.52% (39,810) respectively, based on data compiled from 20 hotels on the island, nine of which are five-star and four-star facilities, he said. Growth in tourist numbers is projected at 1% in this period, he said.

Ms Paetongtarn has tried to create confidence in visitors toKoh Kutthrough explanations from state agencies and by sending key government figures to visit the island, Mr Korakot said. Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul will visit the on Monday.

” The Po is focused on creating knowledge based on facts, not reports reports. We will begin a campaign to promote local hospitality.

Following Phumtham Wechayachai’s visit on Saturday, Mr. Anutin’s planned vacation will reaffirm Thailand’s regional authority over the island.

Mr. Phumtham downplayed concerns that the MoU signed during the Thaksin Shinawatra administration could lead to Thailand losing its island and the Gulf of Thailand’s overlapping claims area ( OCA ).

However, Thai Pakdee Party chairman Warong Dechgitvigrom, an opponent of the 2001 MoU, said Mr Phumtham did not need to argue thatKoh Kutbelongs to Thailand, as no one doubts it. But the real question is why the government allowed Cambodia to use the highest mountain peak onKoh Kutas a reference point for drawing its own version of the continental shelf.

He claimed that Cambodia’s version, which also includes Koh Kut, still has the power to make 26, 000 square kilometers of coastal locations in the Gulf of Thailand an OCA in the 2001 MoU.

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Govt denies Thai-Cambodian run-ins on Koh Kut

” Artificial information” about Cambodian troops conflicts

Koh Kut
Koh Kut

The government defended reports of Thai soldiers fighting with Vietnamese counterparts as false news while claiming that the island’s current tourism situation is still favorable.

As the area in Trat state continues to make articles, the number of tourists is actually higher than for the exact time in recent years, said Jirayu Houngsub, an assistant to Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, on Sunday.

Koh Kut has been in the news as a result of pressure from some to rekindle discussions with Cambodia over the controversial Memorandum of Understanding ( MoU) framework, which opponents fear could lead to Thailand losing territory.

The government is now trying to stop a flurry of false news accounts online that the media seems to have received.

“First of all, there was no such intense security situation between Thailand and Cambodia onKoh Kutas rumoured,” said Mr Jirayu, also spokesman for the Prime Minister’s Office. Nor had military forces maintained on the island been reinforced as rumoured. A Cambodian military force was not present on the island either.

“And there has been no exodus ofKoh Kutresidents fleeing the island as rumoured. In reality, a growing number of visitors are queuing up to board a ferry to the island,” said Mr Jirayu. “I would also advise against people falling for the fake news about a skirmish between Thailand and Cambodia erupting on Koh Kut.

“Police have begun taking action against those who have violated the Computer Crime Act by spreading false information aboutKoh Kutonline. It carries a maximum five-year jail term and/or a maximum fine of 100,000 baht,” said Mr Jirayu.

Citing figures supplied by the local Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) in Trat, he said reports that hotel and resort bookings have been cancelled following the rumoured security breakdown onKoh Kutwere also untrue.

Korakot Opas, director of the Trat provincial office of the TAT, likewise brushed aside claimsKoh Kuthad reported a 30% hotel cancellation rate.

The occupancy rate onKoh Kutfor November, December and January was 72.4% (35,570 local and international tourists), 74.51% (37,420) and 77.52% (39,810) respectively, based on data compiled from 20 hotels on the island, nine of which are five-star and four-star facilities, he said. Growth in tourist numbers is projected at 1% in this period, he said.

Ms Paetongtarn has tried to create confidence in visitors toKoh Kutthrough explanations from state agencies and by sending key government figures to visit the island, Mr Korakot said. Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul will visit the on Monday.

” The Po is focused on creating knowing based on facts, not media reports. We will begin a campaign to promote native hospitality.

Following Phumtham Wechayachai’s visit on Saturday, Mr. Anutin’s planned vacation will reaffirm Thailand’s regional authority over the island.

Mr. Phumtham downplayed concerns that the MoU signed during the Thaksin Shinawatra administration could lead to Thailand losing its island and the Gulf of Thailand’s overlapping claims area ( OCA ).

However, Thai Pakdee Party chairman Warong Dechgitvigrom, an opponent of the 2001 MoU, said Mr Phumtham did not need to argue thatKoh Kutbelongs to Thailand, as no one doubts it. But the real question is why the government allowed Cambodia to use the highest mountain peak onKoh Kutas a reference point for drawing its own version of the continental shelf.

He claimed that Cambodia’s version, which also includes Koh Kut, still has the power to make 26, 000 square kilometers of coastal locations in the Gulf of Thailand an OCA in the 2001 MoU.

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Star baby hippo Moo Deng gets Thai COP29 spot

Moo Deng the Thai baby pygmy hippo
Thai child pygmy hippo named Moo Deng

Thailand is putting together a Thailand Pavilion to showcase its climate change initiatives and discussions, with products and activities based on Moo Deng, the baby pygmy hippo, that will be featured at the 29th Conference of the Parties ( COP29 ) in Azerbaijan.

The UN Framework Convention on Climate Change ( UNFCCC), which is scheduled to take place in Baku, Azerbaijan’s capital city, on November 9 through to November 22, will be a part of the minister’s announcement on Sunday, Natural Resources and Environment Minister Chalermchai Sri-on said.

He claimed that the event may help Thailand work with other nations to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050 and net-zero emissions by 2065.

According to him, the government has collaborated with public and private partners to establish the Thailand Pavilion to demonstrate its efforts to combat climate change.

The palace will show four key areas: climate policy, weather technology, climate action, and climate finance, as well as a technology and innovation zone to existing efforts in greenhouse gas reduction and carbon capture.

Mr Chalermchai said a range of side activities was likewise planned, including dialogues and communities to exchange ideas, information, knowledge and experiences on over 30 issues

The Thailand Pavilion will also have activities like a photo kiosk and souvenirs made by Thailand’s Khao Kheow Open Zoo’s prominent baby pygmy hippo, Moo Deng.

From November 11 through November 22, Mr. Chalermchai said, the people can observe changes and regular happenings at the Thailand Pavilion and COP29 part events live on the Department of Climate Change and Environment’s Instagram page.

Meanwhile, the People’s Party ( PP ) said Thailand should use COP29 to emphasise its commitment to achieving net zero emission goals.

Saniwan Buaban, a list-MP, suggested rules for the authorities to explain at the conference on Sunday.

She suggested that the Thai government should declare its commitment to boosting endurance, lowering climate-related risks, and increasing endurance.

She also urged the government to emphasise the need for information, engineering, technology, experience, several funding sources, and its intention to access international funds.

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Police influencers to bridge the gap

National authorities key Kittharath Punpetch wants to establish the Royal Thai Police (RTP)’s individual bloggers in an era where victims of crimes turn to social internet for assistance.

He believes that RTP bloggers should be a readily accessible resource for support, changing how people view police and making sure crime victims approach the police first rather than seek assistance abroad.

He thinks this will help to contain virtual thief who are quickly evolving.

The Thai Media Fund, RTP, Online News Producers Association, and Thai PBS collaborated to create multimedia content to raise public awareness of digital threats, and Pol Gen Kittharath’s initiative builds on it.

Important authorities figures, including Pol Maj Gen. Teeradej Thumsutee, Pol Maj. Pakrit Krittayapong of the Criminal History Registration Division, Pol Capt Pitchpong Somkul, and Pol Capt Pichayakorn Sukthawee, the project’s official launch on Thursday.

The RTP’s Khakinang TV channel, which aims to bridge the divide between officers and the populace, features Pol Maj Pakrit, Pol Capt Pitchpong, and Pol Capt Pichayakorn as key figures.

The Cyber Booster job, according to Pol Maj Gen Teeradej, the creator of the cop’s IDMB Page, was a result of a coordinated effort to combat online frauds and other digital threats that congregate people for money.

According to him, it aims to make sure the general public is aware of where to go when in need of assistance.

He added that 17 video recordings, including those featuring a new police force, were made to “warn the public about these problems.”

Included soldiers include Pol Maj Thanyapirasit Julpipop, an investigator attached with the MPB, Pol Capt Nonthapat Intrarasuran, a deputy investigator attached to the Technology Crime Suppression Division, and Pol Lt Kansini Sitthichotpong, a media contact officer with the MPB.

Because of the cooperation from various organizations, including media stores, Pol Lt Kansini, also known as” Lt Panda,” said she thinks the project will benefit people more effectively.

Instead of improving the officer’s reputation, she said, it is meant to educate people and strengthen their resilience against online frauds. While prevention is always better, officers may continue to address acts, she added.

Although Pol Lt Kansini does not regard herself an influence, she does have strong communication abilities that she uses to produce articles to introduce criminal’s ploys.

” Officers have special knowledge. Some are good at tracking down offenders. I am good at communicating, but I use it to highlight those games. This is what I can do to minimise damage”, Pol Lt Kansini said.

National authorities main Kittharath Punpetch

National authorities main Kittharath Punpetch

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Thai police influencers seek to warn against crime online

National authorities key Kittharath Punpetch wants to establish the Royal Thai Police (RTP)’s individual bloggers in an era where victims of crimes turn to social internet for assistance.

He believes that RTP bloggers should be a readily accessible resource for support, changing how people view police and making sure crime victims approach the police first rather than seek assistance abroad.

He thinks this will help to contain website thief who are quickly evolving.

The Thai Media Fund, RTP, Online News Producers Association, and Thai PBS collaborated to create multimedia content to raise public awareness of virtual threats, and Pol Gen Kittharath’s initiative builds on it.

Important officers figures, including Pol Maj Gen. Teeradej Thumsutee, Pol Maj. Pakrit Krittayapong of the Criminal History Registration Division, Pol Capt Pitchpong Somkul, and Pol Capt Pichayakorn Sukthawee, the project’s official launch on Thursday.

The RTP’s Khakinang TV channel, which aims to bridge the divide between officers and the populace, features Pol Maj Pakrit, Pol Capt Pitchpong, and Pol Capt Pichayakorn as key figures.

The Cyber Booster project, according to Pol Maj Gen Teeradej, the creator of the cop’s IDMB Page, was a result of a coordinated effort to combat online frauds and other digital threats that congregate people for money.

According to him, it aims to make sure the general public is aware of where to go when in need of assistance.

He added that 17 film clips show a new police force in the part of online gods in an effort to inform people about these risks.

Included officials include Pol Maj Thanyapirasit Julpipop, an investigator attached to the MPB, Pol Capt Nonthapat Intrarasuran, a deputy investigator attached to the Technology Crime Suppression Division, and Pol Lt Kansini Sitthichotpong, a media contact officer with the MPB.

Because of the cooperation from various organizations, including media stores, Pol Lt Kansini, also known as” Lt Panda,” said she thinks the project will benefit people more effectively.

Instead of improving the officer’s reputation, she said, it is meant to educate people and strengthen their resilience against online frauds. While prevention is always better, officers may continue to address crimes, she added.

Although Pol Lt Kansini does not regard herself an influencer, she does have strong communication abilities that she uses to produce articles to highlight criminal’s ploys.

” Police have special knowledge. Some are good at tracking down offenders. I am good at communicating, but I use it to highlight those games. This is what I can do to minimise damage”, Pol Lt Kansini said.

National authorities key Kittharath Punpetch

National authorities key Kittharath Punpetch

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Ukrainian robbed of B8m in digital money in Phuket

Ropes and tape were left at a crime scene in Phuket. (Photo: Kamala police station)
At a Phuket crime scene, ropes and audio were left. ( Photo: Kamala police station )

Thailand: A Polish man admitted to visiting a friend’s area on this southern visitor island and was forced to give a group of armed men more than 8 million baht.

Viacheslav Leibov, 23, told authorities at the Kamala place on Sunday that his Russian friend Alfred Chernyshuk, 18, invited him to pay a visit to the brother’s place at about 10.45pm on Friday.

At the gate of the friend’s place, an Iranian man identified as Arman Grigoryan, 21, received Mr Leibov and brought him to the area.

The men were immediately speaking with the target on the room’s balcony. After he needed to go to a bathroom. Two gentlemen were waiting for him in the bathroom area when he opened it.

The two gentlemen, with eyes covered, tied his arms with cords and wires relationships. The target said that Mr Arman told him to move USDT500, 000, then, they would break his hands. The person who covered his face with a long knife and Mr. Arman held a hammer was also present.

Mr. Leibov claimed to have requested a half-ask the crew. After he made the transport, worth about 8.56 million baht, the group tied him to a pillow, warned him to not record the murder, collected their things and left the scene.

The victim claimed that Mr. Arman and Mr. Alfred rented the room after later escaping and finding out from the hotel reception.

Mr. Leibov claimed to have immediately taken his bike to the Phuket airport but had not seen any suspects. He therefore brought his case to the police station in Kamala.

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Thai tourism to Cambodia border island Koh Kut ‘still OK’: official

Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Phumtham Wechayachai travels on a navy patrol boat to inspect Koh Kut in the Thai eastern province of Trat on Saturday. His trip was intended to boost confidence to local tourism operators as well as morale among soldiers stationed on the island to guard the Thai-Cambodian border. (Photo: Jakkrit Waewkhlaihong)
Phumtham Wechayachai, the deputy prime minister and defense minister, will examine Koh Kut on a military patrol boat in Trat, Thailand’s northeast province, on Saturday. His journey was intended to boost morale among local tourism businesses and improve morale among the island’s soldiers tasked with guarding the Thai-Cambodian border. ( Photo: Jakkrit Waewkhlaihong )

A senior tourism national downplayed says that Koh Kut had experienced a 30 % hotel cancellation rate on Sunday, dismissing the claim that the island’s contentious border dispute with Cambodia had been resolved.

Following the spread of information on social media and activists ‘ growing concerns that Thailand may lose control of Koh Kut in this eastern province to Cambodia if negotiations are continued under the terms of the Memorandum of Understanding ( MoU), Korakot Opas, director of the Tourism Authority of Thailand’s Trat provincial office, made the announcement. &nbsp,

Mr Korakot said the occupancy rate on Koh Kut for Nov, Dec and Jan was 72.40 % ( 35, 570 local and international tourists ), 74.51 % ( 37, 420 ) and 77.52 % ( 39, 810 ) respectively, based on data compiled from 20 hotels on the island, nine of which are five-star and four-star facilities.

This time around, tourism growth is anticipated to increase by 1 %. &nbsp,

” Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has attempted to reassure customers to Koh Kut by providing explanations from several state organizations and by inviting prominent state numbers to island.” Anutin Charnvirakul, the inside deputy prime minister, and Mr. Korakot, the interior minister, may travel to Koh Kut on November 11th. &nbsp,

The Po tries to avoid mentioning the reports in question, but instead is focused on creating knowing based on facts. We are going to launch a campaign to boost local tourism” .&nbsp,

Mr Anutin’s planned trip&nbsp, follows Saturday’s browse by Defence Minister Phumtham Wechayachai to establish Thailand’s regional sovereignty over the area.

Mr. Anutin will monitor the progress of drinking and drinking water projects, study land ownership, and listen to people’s issues in order to boost confidence in the area. &nbsp, &nbsp,

Koh Kut has been in the news since recent criticisms of the questionable MoU platform, which they claim could lead to Thailand losing country, have recently opposed conversations on the combined development of oil and gas assets in the Gulf.

Calls for scrapping the MoU are then intensifying, pointing to Cambodia’s 1972 claim to half of the island.

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Thai film director confirms cat is safe after seizure, death scene

A cat is seen in a clip posted on the Facebook page of Thai director Sant Srikaewlaw.
A rabbit is depicted in a video that Thai director Sant Srikaewlaw posted on his Instagram page.

After being drugged for a scene that depicts its arrest and death, the director of a Thai time play confirmed that the cat is safe and healthy.

A cat was given an epidural for the shooting, according to chairman Sant Srikaewlaw, who posted it on Twitter on Saturday. However, its owner and experts carefully followed the procedure. Additionally, he shared videos of the black kitten to support its health.

He stated that he would have the cat checked out and may eventually provide a written report to support its overall health.

A courtesan’s story” The Empress of Ayodhaya,” a phase play set during the Ayutthaya era, was directed by Mr. Sant. &nbsp, The set is aired on many channels including Netflix.

A dark cat was forced to drink a alternative from a box in the provocative picture from the second season. Then a figure claimed it had died, and it then had convulsions and cried.

Many people, including prominent artists, expressed concern about potential pet torture in response to the picture.

The Department of Livestock Development was given the task of conducting an investigation by the Thai Animal Guardians Association out of concern about potential pet rape, a criminal offence.

The Thai Veterinary Council stated that it was aware of the situation and may follow up.

An artist apologized for making the line ‘ earlier claim that the kitten had performed well and merited an award nomination.

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Most southern Thais say Pheu Thai affected most by Tak Bai justice failure: poll

Activists hold banners with messages decrying injustice in the 2004 Tak Bai massacre case in Narathiwat days before the statute of limitations expired on Oct 25, and the Provincial Court in Narathiwat declared the case closed on Oct 28. (Photo: Abdulloh Benjakat)
The 2004 Tak Bai murder event in Narathiwat was referred to as unfair by activists days before the statute of limitations imposed on October 25 and the Narathiwat Provincial Court issued a closing notice on October 28. ( Photo: Abdulloh Benjakat )

According to an opinion surveys, the majority of people in the deep southern believe that the Pheu Thai Party may lose the most if the accused in the Tak Bai murder case were not brought to justice, while the People’s Party would win the next general vote in the same way.

The National Institute of Development Administration conducted a ballot of the electorates in the southern regions of Yala, Pattani, and Narathiwat to find out how political events are affected by the expiration of the 20-year statute of limitations in the Tak Bai situation. The comments were as follows:

• 55.20 % said the Pheu Thai Party

• 29.99 % believed that no political party would suffer as a result of the controversy.

• 4.69 % said the Prachachat Party &nbsp,

• 1.97 % said the Democrat Party

• 2.16 % said the Palang Pracharath Party, the People’s Party, the Bhumjaithai Party and the United Thai Nation Party ( also known as Ruam Thai Sang Chart )

• 5.99 % did n’t answer or were not interested

When questioned about the Justice Department’s decision to run for president in the upcoming general election, respondents were asked:” If the Justice Failure in the Tak Bai circumstance would change my vote.

• 39.55 % said not at all &nbsp,

• 25.21 % said definitely &nbsp, &nbsp,

• 23.62 % said moderately&nbsp, &nbsp,

• 11.62 % said slightly

The responses to which social group did they choose varied as follows:

• 50.14 % said they had but to find a suitable group

• 18.85 % People’s Party

• 13.68 % Prachachat Party &nbsp,

• 5.44 % Democrat Party

• 4.69 % Pheu Thai Party

• 2.62 % United Thai Nation Party&nbsp, &nbsp,

• 1.78 % Palang Pracharath Party and Bhumjaithai Party

• 0.65 % Chartthaipattana Party and other parties &nbsp,

• 0.37 % did n’t answer or were not interested

The poll was conducted on Nov 5-8 on 1, 067 individuals aged over 18 of several levels of education and activities. &nbsp,

On October 25, 2004, 1,500 native demonstrators gathered in front of Narathiwat’s Tak Bai area to obscenely demand the release of military participants who had been detained for allegedly handing weapon to rebels, while also reporting it to the government as arms fraud.

Security forces decided to disperse the crowd as the number of protesters increased, killing seven people on the spot and injuring 78 more as more than 1,300 people were thrown into military trucks heading for the Ingkhayutthaborihan Military Camp in Pattani’s Nong Chik area. The numerous deaths were attributed to strangulation.

The Dapat Bai horror happened during former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra’s career.

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Thai govt officials to drive Formula 1 race talks forward

Formula One F1 - Sao Paulo Grand Prix - Autodromo Jose Carlos Pace, Sao Paulo, Brazil - November 3, 2024 Mercedes' George Russell leads at the start of the race. (Reuters photo)
Formula One F1- Sao Paulo Grand Prix- Autodromo Jose Carlos Pace, Sao Paulo, Brazil- November 3, 2024 Mercedes ‘ George Russell leads at the start of the culture. ( Reuters photo )

To encourage economic growth, the government has pledged to host a Formula 1 ( F1 ) racing competition in Thailand.

Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra stated in a blog on X on Saturday that the state is continuing its discussions to host an F1 race competition in Thailand as a part of a proposal to increase tourism.

She stated that the government will do everything in its power to secure an event given that this proposal did draw people, be exciting, and help to expand and improve cities.

” It may take new money, stimulate the economy and promote Thailand as a world-class destination”, she wrote.

In the year-end time, the government intends to establish a number of hospitality advertising campaigns with the goal of a profit increase of 7.5 %.

Karom Phonphonklang, assistant state spokesman, said Saturday the Ministry of Tourism and Sports was planning to improve the country’s tourism through the “72 Styles of Happiness to Knowledge” campaign, which includes an e-book featuring must-do activities at different destinations along Thailand’s 72 noted routes.

The list of actions offers a fresh perspective on Thailand with each course providing a checklist of” Five Must-Do” actions, namely local food to taste, adventurous activities to consider, unique items to buy, scenic perspectives to look for and local lifestyles to encounter, he said.

Five bloggers will likewise produce go videos that highlight their travel experiences across various routes to pique visitor attention for the year-end and keep the momentum going into the following year, he said.

The Tourism Authority of Thailand is also revealing” Indian attraction” and must-see cities in the country, he said, to promote go across Thailand’s five areas.

According to Mr. Karom, the initiative aims to promote sustainable tourism while increasing year-round travel frequency and visitor spending in different provinces.

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