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Pheu Thai policies have strong support but some impractical: poll

On: September 3, 2023

PUBLISHED : 3 Sep 2023 at 10:52

Most people like the Pheu Thai Party’s policies but do not think all of them can be successfully implemented, according to the result of an opinion survey by the National Institute of Development Administration, or Nida Poll.

The poll was conducted on Aug 30-Sept 1 in telephone interviews with 1,310 people aged 18 and over of various levels of education, occupations and incomes throughout the country to compile their opinions on the policies of the Pheu Thai Party, the largest of the 11 parties in the coalition government under Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin.

Asked whether they wanted the following 10 of the Pheu Thai policies implemented, a majority of respondents said “yes”, ranging from a high of 87% for a moratorium on farmers’ debt repayments to a low of 58% for the abolition of conscription. The figures below do not include the small number who did not answer.

1. A 3-year moratorium on farmers’ debt payments – 87.25% said “yes”/ 7.33% said “no”
2. A minimum monthly income of 20,000 baht per family – 86.18% “yes”/ 7.94% “no”
3. A 10,000 baht digital wallet for all from 16 years old and higher – 83.36% “yes”/ 11.91% “no”
4. A 25,000-baht starting salary per month for bachelor’s degree graduates by 2027 – 80.08% “yes”/12.67% “no”
5. A people’s constitution – 78.80% “yes”/10.61% “no”
6. A state-run hospital for each of the 50 districts of Bangkok – 78.17% “yes”‘/10.76% “no”
7. A 600-baht daily minimum wage by 2027 – 78.09% “yes”/13.51% “no”
8. An election of governors in some pilot provinces – 73.51% “yes”/16.87% “no”
9. A 20-baht electric train fare for an entire route – 72.90% “yes”/ 13.97% “no”
10. Abolition of mandatory military conscription – 58.32% “yes”/34.66% “no”

Asked which of these policies they believed could be successfully implemented, however, the numbers of respondents saying “yes” were considerably lower:

1. A 3-year moratorium on farmers’ debt repayments – 68.62% said “yes”; 18.63% “no”; 12.75% uncertain; and 0.30% had no answer
2. A 10,000 baht digital wallet for all those at least 16 years old – 53.82% “yes”; 29.01% “no”; 16.87% uncertain; and 0.30% no answer
3. An election of governors in some pilot provinces – 52.98% “yes”; 27.86% “no”; 16.18% uncertain; and 2.98% no answer
4. A state-run hospital for each of the 50 districts of Bangkok – 50.15% “yes”; 28.63% “no”; 17.86% uncertain; and 3.36% no answer
5. A 20-baht electric train fare for an entire route – 48.09% “yes”; 30.15% “no”; 18.78% uncertain; and 2.98% no answer
6. A minimum monthly income of 20,000 baht per family – 40.31% “yes”; 40.31% “no”; 19.08% uncertain; and 0.30% no answer
7. Abolition of mandatory military conscription – 43.74% said “no”; 39.69% “yes”; 15.73% uncertain; and 0.84% no answer
8. A people’s constitution – 39.01% “yes”; 35.72% “no”; 23.51% uncertain; and 1.76% no answer
9. A 600-baht daily minimum wage by 2027 – 41.98% “no”; 37.18% “yes”; 20.46% uncertain; and 0.38% no answer
10. A 25,000-baht starting salary per month for bachelor’s degree graduates by 2027 – 41.14% said “no”; 36.64% “yes”; 21.76% uncertain; and 0.46% no answer.

The answers revealed that most of the respondents believed that of the 10 mentioned policies, five would be successfully implemented.

On the successful introduction of the minimum monthly income of 20,000 baht per family, the “yes” and “no” answers were the same at 40.31%.

However, most respondents did not believe or were uncertain that the policies on abilition of military conscription, a people’s constitution, a 600-baht daily minimum wage by 2027, and a 25,000-baht starting salary per month for bachelor’s degree graduates would be successfully implemented.

Not all of Pheu Thai policies can be successfully implemented: Nida Poll

By: Barkar Nash

On: September 3, 2023

In: South-East Asia

PUBLISHED : 3 Sep 2023 at 10:52

Asked whether they wanted the following 10 of the Pheu Thai policies implemented, most of the respondents said “yes” and fewer said “no”, while the rest were not interested or had no comment.

1. A 3-year moratorium on farmer’ debt payments – 87.25% said “yes”/ 7.33% said “no”
2. A minimum monthly income of 20,000 baht per family – 86.18% “yes”/ 7.94% “no”
3. A 10,000 baht digital wallet for all from 16 years old and higher – 83.36% “yes”/ 11.91% “no”
4. A 25,000-baht starting salary per month for bachelor’s degree graduates by 2027 – 80.08% “yes”/12.67% “no”
5. A people’s constitution – 78.80% “yes”/10.61% “no”
6. A state-run hospital for each of the 50 districts of Bangkok – 78.17% “yes”‘/10.76% “no”
7. A 600-baht daily minimum wage by 2027 – 78.09% “yes”/13.51% “no”
8. An election of governors in some pilot provinces – 73.51% “yes”/16.87% “no”
9. A 20-baht electric train fare for an entire route – 72.90% “yes”/ 13.97% “no”
10. Abolition of mandatory military conscription – 58.32% “yes”/34.66% “no”

Asked which of these policies they believed could be successfully implemented, the answers were as follows:

1. A 3-year moratorium on farmer’s debt repayments – 68.62% said “yes”; 18.63% “no”; 12.75% uncertain; and 0.30% had no answer
2. A 10,000 baht digital wallet for all from 16 years old and higher – 53.82% “yes”; 29.01% “no”; 16.87% uncertain; and 0.30% no answer
3. An election of governors in some pilot provinces – 52.98% “yes”; 27.86% “no”; 16.18% uncertain; and 2.98% no answer
4. A state-run hospital for each of the 50 districts of Bangkok – 50.15% “yes”; 28.63% “no”; 17.86% uncertain; and 3.36% no answer
5. A 20-baht electric train fare for an entire route – 48.09% “yes”; 30.15% “no”; 18.78% uncertain; and 2.98% no answer

6. A minimum monthly income of 20,000 baht per family – 40.31% “yes”; 40.31% “no”; 19.08% uncertain; and 0.30% no answer

7. Abolition of mandatory military conscription – 43.74% said “no”; 39.69% “yes”; 15.73% uncertain; and 0.84% no answer
8. A people’s constitution – 39.01% “yes”; 35.72% “no”; 23.51% uncertain; and 1.76% no answer
9. A 600-baht daily minimum wage by 2027 – 41.98% “no”; 37.18% “yes”; 20.46% uncertain; and 0.38% no answer
10. A 25,000-baht starting salary per month for bachelor’s degree graduates by 2027 – 41.14% said “no”; 36.64% “yes”; 21.76% uncertain; and 0.46% no answer.

From the answers to the second questions, most of the respondents believed that of the 10 mentioned policies, five would be successfully implemented.

To the policy on a minimum monthly income of 20,000 baht per family, the “yes” and “no” answers were the same at 40.31%.

Most of the respondents did not believe or were uncertain the policies on abilition of military conscription, a people’s constitution, a 600-baht daily minimum wage by 2027, and a 25,000-baht starting salary per month for bachelor’s degree graduates would be successfully implemented.

Move Forward’s Padipat faces legal action for beer review

By: Barkar Nash

On: September 3, 2023

In: South-East Asia

3 September 2023 at 08:45 PUBLISHED

Padipat Suntiphada, the deputy speaker of the House, has admitted to making claims that he promoted craft beverage at Phitsanulok’s public health department.

Mr. Padipat, a Move Forward Party( MFP ) MP for Phitsanulok, has come under fire for tweeting and reviewing beer from his home province on social media. He has also posted an image of himself holding the can on his Facebook page along with the announcement that the city’s first craft beer brewery opened on August 14.

According to Section 32 of the Alcoholic Beverage Control Act, which states that no one may sell, show, or encourage people to drink, some people complained to the Phitsanulok public health department, accusing him of breaking the law.

The Phitsanulok statewide public health office’s captain, Dr. Kraisuk Phetburanin, was present when Mr. Padipat met with him on Friday to deny the accusation. According to a source on Saturday, he also took the opportunity to understand his intentions and seek legal counsel.

The meeting was also attended by the leader of the Public Health Lawyers Association and Narit Kantawan, a particular legal expert for the office.

According to Mr. Narit, the provincial public health office’s legitimate crew is reviewing each picture and video that Dr. Padipat uploads to his Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok records to determine whether he has broken the Alcoholic Beverage Control Act.

The legal team is also checking records from Phitsanulok Brewing, the reseller, and Thaispirit Industry, a factory in Chachoengsao’s Bang Pakong city, to see if the 5 % alcohol content of the tea qualifies as an adult drink under the Excise Act.

According to the law, violators of Section 32 may spend up to a time in prison and may be fined 500, 000 ringgit or both.

Mr. Padipat declared his willingness to take legal actions. However, because this would be a first-time offense, he is likely to be fined 50, 000 rmb, according to the cause.

Govt to address gig drivers’ concerns

By: Barkar Nash

On: September 2, 2023

In: South-East Asia

What can be done may be carried out right away, the P declares.

3 September 2023 at 6:21 PUBLISHED

The new federal on Saturday took into account a few grievances and worries from motorbike taxi drivers and gave the Transport Ministry the responsibility of leading initiatives to improve their lot in life.

The third group of people Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin met to learn firsthand about the drivers’ lives after his visit was their members. At the Bangkok office of the Pheu Thai Party, the party ran into Mr. Srettha.

Suriya Jungrungreangkit, Deputy Transport Minister Manaporn Charoensri, and PM’s Office Minister Puangpet Chunlaiad were with Mr. Srettha.

Higher fuel prices were at the top of drivers’ list of complaints, but they also had worries about a lack of pick-up factors, the driver’s time restriction, and not having enough money to buy new cars or switch to electric motorcycles.

Mr. Srettha responded by saying that while the government is ready to solve their most urgent issues, it will take time. He said,” I’m asking for some time to address these issues, but whatever can be done will get done right away.”

According to Mr. Srettha, those who pass a wellbeing check may be permitted to continue working after allowing individuals over 60 to do so first. More discussions on this group’s social security protection with the Labour Ministry are required, he said.

Regarding economic support, he stated that the government will beg state-run banks to think about offering soft loans to drivers who want to buy new cars or switch to electric ones.

Another practical option was a revenue-sharing plan. In accordance with this proposal, drivers may be required to split their earnings in order to pay for the purchase of digital motorcycles rather than applying for loans.

In order to maintain good cure, Mr. Srettha also discussed the possibility of creating a localized ride-hailing mobile app for motorbike taxi individuals.

He asked the new travel minister to investigate and stated that this might require changing a number of rules.

In response, Mr. Suriya stated that a working committee will be established to investigate the problems, and the findings— which are anticipated in two months — will be presented to the government for review.

Mr. Srettha spoke on Friday on behalf of the fish sector in Samut Songkhram.

In order to promote tourism during the forthcoming high season, which lasts from November to March, he first met with representatives from the vacation business.

Divided cabinet faces tough tests

By: Barkar Nash

On: September 2, 2023

In: South-East Asia

Srettha Thavisin, the prime minister, has finished his primary task of assembling a cabinet, which was given royal approval on Saturday. However, it is still unclear whether he is placing the right people in the proper positions.

The public anticipates that the government will be made up of seasoned ministers and subject matter experts given the magnitude of the challenges that lie ahead. However, with 11 political parties in the union, it can be challenging to assemble a group that lives up to expectations.

The mercilessly endorsed record is nearly identical to the media’s initial list, with the exception of one highly contentious number. Also, the fact that the ruling group does not have total control over financial affairs suggests the Pheu Thai Party did not actually choose the cabinet’s makeup.

The Bangkok Post urged scientists, opposition-party politicians, and polite world leaders to comment on the new government and offer their opinions on whether it represents the people’s will and is a good sign for the government in its efforts to address the issues facing the country. Additionally, they were asked to forecast how much the 314 House votes would remain in power.

” Lack of knowledge.”

The government picks, according to Wanwichit Boonprong, a social science teacher at Rangsit University, reflect the fact that the Pheu Thai Party does not have much negotiating power and is unconcerned with condemnation that it is not in the driver’s seat.

Although the Srettha case as a whole is not particularly unpleasant, he claimed that some political parties are still acting in their own best interests.

He also questioned some ministers’ ability to influence plans because they lack the necessary training, practice, and work history.

Among them are Pheu Thai’s Prasert Chantararuangthong, who is the minister of digital economy and society, Pol Gen Permpoon Chidchob of the Bhumjaithai Party, and the business secretary.

It’s not placing the right person in the proper position. It has to do with coalition formation, and it’s very likely that the alliance partners will fight in the future. It’s never a long-term results approach, according to Mr. Wanwichit.

Although Mr. Srettha may serve as finance minister and the Pheu Thai Party will assume leadership of the finance ministry, he claimed that a number of important financial ministries have evaded its grasp.

Pheu Thai is not fully in charge of ministries managing economic affairs because the United Thai Nation Party ( UTN) and the Palang Pracharath Partie( PPRP ) each have a top-tier economic portfolio as well as the agriculture and cooperatives ministry, which deals with the rural economy.

Additionally, Mr. Srettha’s delegates, particularly Krisada Chinavicharana, the former finance permanent secretary who left the public sector to take the position, did do a large portion of the work.

He stated that Pol Gen Permpoon and PPRP secretary-general Capt Thamanat Prompow, who will take over as crops and cooperative minister, are considered to be poor cabinet members and will be carefully watched.

While Pol Gen Permpoon, the nephew of Bhumjaithai bodybuilder Newin Chidchob, is viewed as lacking the qualifications to oversee the education ministry, Capt. Thamanat is commonly regarded as an important figure.

According to social science lecturer Olarn Thinbangtieo of Burapha University, the cabinet was created solely for political purposes rather than for the benefit of the populace because a number of ministers lack the necessary skills.

He questioned the selection criteria, pointing out that Anutin Charnvirakul is appointed interior minister rather than keeping his previous position as public health secretary despite Thailand receiving international recognition for its response to the Covid-19 epidemic.

The fresh hospitality and sports minister has no prior work experience in the industry, despite the fact that commerce is a major economic vehicle, according to Mr. Olarn.

Although the interior ministry is well-liked, Pheu Thai grants it to the Bhumjaithai Party, which lacks a platform for local governance coverage. Pheu Thai, in my opinion, wants to prevent the decentralization of power by electing provincial administrators directly.

Mr. Srettha, in contrast to former prime minister Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha, doesn’t seem to have had any influence over the government takes, and it’s unlikely that he will.

According to Mr. Olarn, Pheu Thai must render concessions in order to form the government without the backing of the pro-military events. A government change, though, can be anticipated sooner rather than later.

The method of Pheu Thai is almost complete. It has reintroduced Thaksin Shinawatra. An pardon has now been granted. There will probably be a case shake-up.

And if Thaksin is freed from prison, he can influence monetary policy and hand the reins of power to the excellent minister for a change, the official said.

Yutthaporn Issarachai, a political science professor at Sukhothail Thammathirat Open University, said he has low expectations for the new administration because the cupboard was selected to propitiate coalition partners.

No wedding period

If the Pheu Thai Party is to keep its promise to address socioeconomic issues and hasten economic recovery, Democratic heavyweight Sathit Wongnongtoey is concerned that the appointments do not appear appealing.

Parnpree Bahiddha-Nukara, who was predicted to lead the economic team, will take over as foreign minister despite the fact that not all of the group’s financial portfolios are in his possession, he said.

Mr. Srettha will have to put a lot of effort into combining various plan platforms under coalition partners and bringing them together to form integrated government policies.

He claimed that the coalition’s expelled Move Forward Party ( MFP), which will monitor the government, will prevent the ruling party and its allies from taking a honeymoon.

According to Mr. Sathit, the Pheu Thai-led state is a tumultuous partnership with strong negotiating clout among its allies.

It is difficult to rely on the House’s alliance partners’ support. According to him, some agreements might fall short and change how the House votes.

The Bhumjaithai Party has essentially no education plan, and it is unclear whether the minister did be embraced, according to Mr. Sathit, who predicted that the education ministry would come under close scrutiny.

Although some ministries have dubious backgrounds or picture issues, according to MP Natthawut Buaprathum, the MFP is anticipating the government’s plan declaration, which includes its military reforms, after Pheu Thai senior Sutin Klungsang was appointed defense minister.

He claimed that Mr. Srettha’s appointment as finance minister reflects the fact that Pheu Thai places a high priority on the recovery of the economy, but he urged the prime minister to seek input from the” smaller people” as well, especially in light of his countenance of meeting with business executives.

” I believe the government is politically stable, but the effectiveness of the procedures is still up in the air. Rather than functions or specific officials, I concentrate more on federal legislation.

It is robust given the number of votes it has, but how much it will last will depend on its ability to deliver, he said.

shake-up of the government

A member of the families of Black May victims, Adul Keowboriboon, compared the new case to a damaged send undergoing repairs for short-term use and asserted that many appointments are nothing more than rewards to those who are devoted to the side’s” owner.”

In three to four months, he anticipated a overhaul. Veterans may take the place of unqualified individuals to assist the government in getting ready for the upcoming elections, he declared.

But, Mr. Adul emphasized that the people will keep a close eye on the cabinet’s performance as he urged Ms. Srettha to recognize the strength of the populace.

Given that one-third of the government officials have served in the Prayut state and that it is more like a movement of jobs, Nimitr Tian-udom, representative of Welfare Watch Network, said he does not anticipate significant changes.

The legal sector and open independent agencies must monitor government policies and how they are implemented now that the cabinet seats have been assigned, he said.

It is a partnership state whose partners have similar policies with various specifics, even though the seat planning has been completed. Therefore, we may wait and see if these measures are actually in the best interests of the general public.

MFP’s Padipat faces legal action for beer review

By: Barkar Nash

On: September 2, 2023

In: South-East Asia

3 September 2023 at 05:45 PUBLISHED

At Phitsanulok’s public health department, Deputy House speech Padipat Suntiphada acknowledged accusations that he promoted create beer.

Mr. Padipat, a Move Forward Party( MFP ) MP for Phitsanulok, has come under fire for tweeting reviews and drinking beer from his home province on social media. He also posted an image of himself holding the can on his Facebook page, along with the announcement that the city’s first craft beer was sold on August 14.

According to Section 32 of the Alcoholic Beverage Control Act, which states that no one may promote or show alcohol, directly or indirectly, or encourage people to drink, some people complained to the Phitsanulok public health department, accusing him of breaking the law.

Dr. Kraisuk Phetburanin, the head of the Phitsanulok statewide public health department, and Mr. Padipat met on Friday to discuss the accusation leveled against him. According to a resource on Saturday, he also took the opportunity to understand his intentions and seek legal counsel.

The meeting was also attended by the leader of the Public Health Lawyers Association and Narit Kantawan, a particular legal expert for the office.

The legal team is also checking records from Phitsanulok Brewing, the distributor, and Thaispirit Industry, a factory in Chachoengsao’s Bang Pakong district, to determine whether the 5 % alcohol content of the tea qualifies as an adult drink under the Excise Act.

According to the law, those who break Part 32 could spend up to a year in prison and be fined as much as 500, 000 ringgit, or both.

Mr. Padipat stated that he is prepared to take legal actions. However, because this would be a first-time offense, he is likely to be fined 50, 000 rmb, according to the cause.

Srettha lays out defence buy plans

By: Barkar Nash

On: September 2, 2023

In: South-East Asia

Barter and counter-trades are once again in style.

According to an military forces cause, Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin is moving forward with a plan to reform the military that would start by making significant changes to how weapons sourcing are carried out.

Last month, some members of the military and non-armed forces met with the new premier to discuss how its military and security policies would be carried out.

The armed forces leaders were informed at the conference that Sutin Klungsang, a citizen and assistant Pheu Thai leader, may serve as the defense minister.

Mr. Sutin claimed to have spoken with previous defense secretary Gen Thammarak Isarangkura na Ayudhaya and sought his opinion on his position. Additionally, he intends to ask another former defense officials for guidance on how to carry out the task.

Mr. Srettha reassured the leaders of the armed forces that the Pheu Thai-led state didn’t intend to” harm” them because it recognizes their significance in defending the nation.

The source cited Mr. Srettha as saying,” While reform is important, it will be steady ,”

Mr. Srettha stated that the government would continue to support the goal of purchasing arms, but added that sourcing plans would need to take into account any potential financial advantages Thailand might receive from doing so.

According to the cause, any plan to purchase weapons must include a deal to buy goods from Thailand.

For example, a deal with Thailand to buy agricultural and other goods from that nation in exchange for 100 to 200 billion baht will need to be sealed in order to purchase fresh weapons for 80 billion Baht.

To ensure that the nation benefits broadly from any new weapons procurement plans, the armed forces will need to read the Ministry of Commerce regarding for trade deals.

Although it may sound a little more adaptable, the source said that this arms purchasing coverage resembles the barter-and-counter-trade system used for arms acquisitions in the past.

The drawback was that while Thailand might need to purchase arms from a particular nation, that nation’s requirements for purchasing merchandise from Thailand may differ.

The Thaksin Shinawatra administration applied the barter-and-counter-trade system to an air pressure plan to purchase fighter jet.

At the time, Thaksin wanted the air pressure to purchase fighter jets from Russia in exchange for an import of chicken from Thailand. But, the army preferred to buy either F-16 aircraft from the US or Swedish Gripen aircraft.

In the end, a military coup was staged, and the weather pressure ended up purchasing the Gripen rather than the fighter jets made in Russia.

Before the 11-member coalition’s laws are announced in parliament, perhaps on Monday, Mr. Srettha will get his government to pray themselves in before His Majesty the King on Tuesday.

Following on September 12, the second case meeting will discuss a number of electricity price reduction proposals as well as an effort to force the electorate to choose the new constitution-drafting assembly.

Following discussions Pheu Thai had with alliance partners over the past year, the policy declaration is currently being drafted.

According to a source, the United Thai Nation Party( UTN) suggested on Friday that the government’s energy, business, and financial policies be incorporated with the policies of the UTN. Prommin Lertsuridej is the head of Pheu Thai, whose team is working on the parties’ policies and financial affairs committee.

The UTN has suggested a number of policies, including one that would open up oil exports in order to combat high oil prices and an associated plan to do the same to help lower electricity costs.

According to Mr. Srettha, the policy statement that will be presented during a two-day assessment in parliament is almost complete.

Mr. Srettha stated that he will depart from Thailand on September 18 for New York City’s 78th session of the UN General Assembly( UNGA 1978 ), but it would be impossible for him to attend the 43rd Asean Summit, which will take place in Jakarta from September 5 to 8.

Thaksin’s term could be cut further

By: Barkar Nash

On: September 2, 2023

In: South-East Asia

3 October 2023 at 05 : 17 is PUBLISHED.

According to Wissanu Krea-ngam, a former deputy prime minister, Thaksin Shinawatra has the same freedom as all other prisoners to have his prison sentence reduced in the future.

Thaksin, who has returned to Thailand from 15 years of self-imposed captivity, is receiving care at the Police General Hospital’s advanced hospital while serving his prison sentence.

According to reports quoting him, Mr. Wissanu claimed that the royal pardon now given to Thaksin, which resulted in the reduction of his combined 8-year jail term to one year, was final and that he had no right to request additional leniency.

Mr. Wissanu claimed he was misquoted and that his true intention was to imply that the royal forgiveness announced on Friday was a last royal choice.

He claimed he made no mention of Thaksin losing his various eligibility for additional prison sentence reductions or a new forgive.

Thaksin has the same rights as other prisoners with a month or less to function, according to Mr. Wissanu.

The length of Thaksin’s remaining prison sentence might still be shortened. But I’m not sure if it will be reduced or no. Some anticipate that it will be cut even more on Father’s Day( Dec. 5 ),” he said.

One moment after Mr. Wissanu received a petition that Thaksin had officially filed in his ability as caretaker justice minister, the pardon was granted on Friday.

After the Supreme Court sentenced Thaksin to eight years in prison for three circumstances, he was sent to a quarantine area of Bangkok Remand Prison upon his profit.

He was admitted to the Police General Hospital 13 hours later with stomach problems, high blood pressure, and lower blood oxygen absorption. Since then, he has stayed it.

Thai ‘tortured’ after refusing sex in Myanmar’s Shan state

By: Barkar Nash

On: September 2, 2023

In: South-East Asia

PUBLISHED: 3 September 2023 at 4:00 p.m.

CHIANG RAI: In the Shan state of Myanmar, a lady from Udon Thani was rescued by Thai and Myanmar officials after being the victim of human trafficking.

The 29-year-old lady, who went by the name Nam, was tricked by Chinese agents to offer sexual services to its call center staff in the position.

After the sufferer requested assistance through a voter writer’s Facebook page called Ninja Today, the situation was brought to the attention of Chiang Rai law, immigration authorities and the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security.

According to Pol Maj Gen Suphanat Charoen-ruengsakul, commander of the Immigration Bureau’s Division 5, the officials contacted their rivals in Myanmar and were able to return the lady to Thailand on August 31.

Nam revealed to the media yesterday that she had previously worked as a restaurant waiter in Bangkok.

A TikTok user approached her in May and offered her a job in” customer relations” with 900 Chinese yuan( roughly 4, 380 baht ) per day( with 450 Yuan to be subtracted for expenses ).

She initially declined the offer, but after they bothered her, she eventually agreed. In June, Nam traveled to Chiang Rai in the north and, with the help of a nearby smuggler, traversed the Mae Sai district’s healthy border region.

The woman was taken to a two-story tower surrounded by barbed wire once she arrived in Myanmar. She was made to sign a Chinese-written deal that would connect her for six weeks.

She claimed that instead of working as a waiter, she was compelled to engage in sexual activity with call center crew female employees. Most of them were Chinese citizens who, like her, had been tricked into participating in the procedure.

She claimed that after refusing to have sex, she endured electric shocks, handcuffing, a back injury, waterboarding, and some times of starvation. She claimed that intercourse was also brought to the location by other people.

Nam cautioned Thais against accepting what appeared to be high-paying career presents in other nations.

According to the policeman, some traffickers look for potential victims on social media and mobile apps.

16 suspected phone scammers held in Chon Buri

By: Barkar Nash

On: September 2, 2023

In: South-East Asia

PUBLISHED: 3 September 2023 at 4:00 p.m.

CHON BURI: Four homes in the tambon Nong Prue neighborhood of Bang Lamung were raided yesterday, and sixteen Chinese nationals were detained on suspicion of being part of a mobile fraud gang.

Additionally, a Thai lady who looked after the parameters was taken in.

After receiving a suggestion that Chinese mobile swindlers had rented the parameters for more than three months, officials searched the homes at nine in the morning.

Along with the servant, they discovered 12 Chinese people and 4 girls inside the homes. They also took computers, numerous mobile phones, a safe, and the Toyota Alphard.

All 17 were taken into custody by the law for questioning and lawful action.

According to reports, the maid, who went by the name of Nee, knew little about the tenants other than the fact that they were each paid 10,000 yuan ( 48, 600 baht ) per month.

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