Thai Transport Minister Mulls 12-15 Year Prison Terms for DUI Fatalities Amid Safety Concerns
National—
On December 27th, 2023, Mr. Suriya Juangroongruangkit, the Thai Minister of Transport, publicly revealed consideration in increasing penalties in fatal accidents from DUIs, with up to 12 to 15 years of imprisonment.
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Thai Ministry of Transport Offers Complimentary Motorways and Expressways for New Year Celebrations
National—
On December 27th, 2023, Mrs. Radklao Inthawong Suwankiri, the Deputy Spokesperson for the Prime Minister’s Office, publicly revealed a New Year gift from the Thai Ministry of Transport regarding complimentary travel on motorways and...
CAAT Officials Explain Complaints About Expensive Holiday Plane Tickets
National—
On December 28th, 2023, Mr. Thanakorn Wangboonkongchana, a list-MP from the United Thai Nation Party, publicly mentioned complaints regarding expensive plane tickets during holidays.
According to a statement by Thanakorn, Mr. Suriya Juangroongruangkit, the Thai...
Dispute Over Removal of Khru Kai Kaeo Statue Leads to Legal Proceedings in Bangkok
Bangkok—
At 8:00 AM, on December 28th, 2023, Mr. Pairot Thungthong, the owner of Night Bazaar Hotel, Chatuchak, Bangkok, held a religious ceremony to remove a controversial statue, Khru Kai Kaeo, from the vicinity.
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Thai Authorities Initiate New Year Road Safety Campaign to Reduce Road Accidents and DUI...
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At 10:30 AM, on December 27th, 2023, Mr. Anutin Charnvirakul, the Deputy Prime Minister, and relevant agencies held a conference on the initiative of prevention measures to reduce road accidents for the safety of...
Rampaging Knife Attack Leaves One Dead, Several Injured, and Vehicles Damaged in Lampang
Lampang—
At 8:00 PM, on December 26th, 2023, Ngao police officers received a knife crime report about a volunteer defense officer being stabbed to his death in Ngao, Lampang. The suspect harmed six other people...
Thai Tourism Minister Hosts Influencers to Boost China-Thailand Tourism Relations
National—
On December 26th, 2023, Ms. Sudawan Wangsuphakijkosol, the Thai Minister of Tourism and Sports, officially welcomed Chinese national mass media and influencers to the Amazing Festive & Exclusive Trip in Thailand.
More than 93 Chinese...
Thai Prime Minister Announces Minimum Wage Increase of 2 to 16 Baht per Day,...
National—
On December 26th, 2023, Mr. Srettha Thavisin, the Thai Prime Minister, publicly revealed after the Thai cabinet meeting regarding the raise of minimum wages from 2 to 16 baht per day.
It was reported...
Bangkok Secures First Spot in Global Amount of Tourists in 2023 and Most Visited...
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In a recent report by World of Statistics, Bangkok has been crowned the world's most visited city in 2023, welcoming a staggering 22.78 million visitors. Notably, Thailand boasts three cities in the top...
Prime Minister Visits Flood-Stricken Areas in Narathiwat
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NARATHIWAT (NNT) - Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin visited Narathiwat Province on December 26 to address the ongoing severe flooding in Ra-ngae district. Accompanied by government officials, the Prime Minister offered support to over 200...
