‘Earth Day’ campaigns to reduce single-use plastics.

Department of Climate Change and Environment (DPWH), Department of Marine and Coastal Resources (DMC) together with Samut Sakhon Province. and network partners Organized mangrove waste collection activities at the Mangrove Resources Research Center 2, Samut Sakhon Province. On the occasion of World Earth Day 2024, along with a campaign to reduce single-use plastics. Hoping to save the world crisis Captain Rachat Pisittabannakorn, Assistant Minister of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment (Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment), said Police General Patcharawat Wongsuwan, Deputy Prime Minister. and Minister of Natural Resources and Environment Concerned about the global crisis Including the problem of environmental pollution caused by plastic waste. The government has seen the importance and is aware of this problem. By the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment Collaborate with all sectors to accelerate measures to prevent and solve plastic waste problems in an integrated manner. concretely And on the occasion of World Earth Day 2024, the Department of Climate Change and Environment has been assigned to accelerate cooperation in reducing the use of single-use plastics nationwide. To reduce environmental problems and global crises. Activities on World Earth Day Thailand organizes nature and environmental conservation activities along with all areas around the world. To make people aware of the importance of nature and the environment The concept used in organizing activities will be in the same direction around the world and for 2024 there is the concept "Planet vs. Plastics: Reduce plastic, save the world's boiling crisis" which is consistent with the Roadmap for Plastic Waste Management 2018. - 2030 of Thailand with the goal of reducing and eliminating the use of plastic by using environmentally friendly alternative materials. and reusing 100% of plastic waste by 2027, which will lead to that goal. It requires cooperation from both the public, private and public sectors. This year, therefore, it was a collaboration from the government sector. Private sector and civil society Joining forces to reduce single-use plastic use all over the country, consisting of 1) Domestic coffee shop operators, 31 companies, totaling 9,530 shops/branch, announce their intention to cooperate with environmentally friendly coffee shops (Green Coffee Shop) to promote reduction. Use of single-use plastic packaging 2) Department stores convenience store Ban the sale of single-use foam packaging containers. and promote the use of environmentally friendly packaging as a substitute. 3) Government agencies in provinces throughout the country By the Provincial Natural Resources and Environment Office (NRCT), every province joins in the campaign on Earth Day under the concept "Planet vs. Plastics: Reduce plastic, save the global crisis" by collecting the amount of plastic collected and calculating the reduction. The amount of greenhouse gases 4) Civil society networks that carry out work on conservation of natural res ources and the environment of MPs throughout the country. Ready to join together to reduce the use of single-use plastics, consisting of the Volunteer Network for the Protection of Natural Resources and the Village Environment (TSM), the network of schools and waste-free communities. Children and Youth Network on Climate Change and the Environment Local Administrative Organizations (Local Administrative Organizations) Sustainable Environmental Cities and a livable city paired with eco-industry and environmental NGOs Today's Earth Day activity is Thailand's first Net Zero Event. Greenhouse gas emissions from all activities arising from the event are assessed. By choosing to compensate from projects that have carbon absorption or projects that have carbon storage technology. To compensate for greenhouse gases to be zero. which this activity There has been compensation from a sustainable reforestation project. large project In the Khun Mae Khammi Forest Park area Wang Chin Forest Park Mae Yom-Mae Paeng Forest P ark, Phrae Province, all came to zero. We invite all sectors to join together in campaigning and organizing activities on Earth Day 2024 under the concept of "Planet vs. Plastics: Reduce plastic, save the global crisis" by applying the 4 principles in organizing activities in the form Appropriate measures include: 1. Refuse single-use plastics. 2. Adjust behavior to use plastic to get the most value. 3. Change to use packaging instead of plastic produced from nature. 4. Transform plastic waste through the process of recycling or upcycling, adding value to plastic waste Use plastic efficiently and ask for cooperation in protecting, caring for, and conserving the environment It starts with changing attitudes in environmental management. It is something that we all have to take responsibility for. Change your daily lifestyle to be environmentally friendly. To pass on the beauty of natural resources and the environment to our future generations-517- Source: Thai News Agency

Ready to take the proposal and improve it to benefit.

Parliament, "Bhoomtham" explains Senate meeting, confirming budget 67 is in line with national strategy. Master plan and government policy Distribute care to all groups of people Ready to receive proposals for improvement Arrange the budget for maximum benefit to the people. The Senate meeting today (March 26) began at 9:30 a.m. with Mr. Phonphet Wichitcholchai, President of the Senate, acting as meeting chairman. Considered the draft Budget Act for fiscal year 2024, with a budget limit of 3,480,000 million baht, which the House of Representatives voted to approve. Considered together with the report of the Special Committee to consider and study the draft budget bill for fiscal year 2024 of the Senate, which is studying in parallel with the House of Representatives. Mr. Phumtham Wechayachai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Commerce As a representative of the government, he said that as the House of Representatives has passed a draft budget bill of 3,400,000 million baht for expenditures to recoup th e treasury. It is an expense of the budget receiving unit. So that the budget receiving unit has a budget framework. for spending in 2024, with the important principle being to be consistent with national strategy Master plan under the national strategy National Economic and Social Development Plan No. 13, National Policy and Plan on Security and give importance to the development of the bioeconomy circular economy With the BCG green economy model to drive the country towards stability. The people are happy 'Create fairness Reduce inequality Support sustainable economic growth and develop the government management system Meeting the needs of the people in every dimension Taking into account the needs and budget of the unit. Including budget allocation for all sections of the people. Especially vulnerable groups Give importance to local government organizations Increase the potential for mission transfer and public service provision. Improve efficiency in revenue collection Spending of local organizations Inc rease efficiency Budgeting to cover all financial sources By allowing the budget receiving unit to consider using extra-budget funds or remaining savings to carry out the mission of the budget receiving unit as a priority. Along with consideration of downgrading or canceling the implementation of low-level or no longer necessary important projects,' Mr. Phumtham said. Mr. Phumtham said that considering the readiness and ability to spend the budget. By taking the achievements in operations and the results of budget spending for the years 2022 and 2023 into consideration for allocation in line with the operational potential of the budget receiving unit. and proceed in accordance with the Act and the Constitution. Fiscal Discipline Act and the Budget Procedures Act Including relevant laws, regulations and Cabinet resolutions. 'The government takes this opportunity to thank the senators who participated in the consideration of this budget bill. And the government will listen to your comments. Advice, suggestion s and concerns that senators have made recommendations throughout the period This will be taken into consideration to improve the operations of the budget receiving agencies so that budget allocation is worthwhile and will bring maximum benefit to the people in a sustainable manner,' Mr. Phumtham said. General Chatudom Ditthasiri, Chairman of the Senate's Special Committee to Consider and Study the Draft Budget Act for Fiscal Year 2024, presented a report. The committee Assessing the creation of a policy for the government's 10,000 baht top-up project via digital wallet, which will issue a loan bill of 500,000 million baht, it will leave only 6 percent of fiscal space, which may not be enough to support the crisis that will occur in the future. along with suggestions for collecting revenue from income tax that must be collected in every sector It is fair and does not affect people with low incomes. And there must be swift and fair punishment measures to help have money collected efficiently for further devel opment of the country. For consideration, there are 25 senators who have expressed their intention to debate. It is expected that the debate will take a total of 3 hours and 42 minutes. Consideration of the budget bill Under the authority of the Senate, no amendment can be made. For the most part, it is only giving observations and voting to approve or disapprove. Source: Thai News Agency

See you for sure, but not today.

Government House, "Anutin" stated that "Thaksin" entered the area to find party MPs. It's not related. But the future has definitely met. I'm asking if I won't let you see the whole nation. Mr. Anutin Charnvirakul, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Gave an interview before attending the Cabinet (Cabinet) meeting about the opportunity to meet Mr. Thaksin Shinawatra, former Prime Minister. who will go to the Pheu Thai Party office to meet with the party's MP that Today, Mr. Thaksin went to visit Pheu Thai Party MPs. which is not related to him, so he did not go in to see him today When asked if there would be a chance to meet in the future or not, Mr. Anutin replied that he would definitely meet. How can you not find it? Won't we meet each other throughout our lives? Mr. Thaksin is a senior citizen. Source: Thai News Agency

“Big Tin” and “Commander of the Navy” flew urgently to China, expected to discuss submarines.

Bangkok, "Big Tin" and "Commander of the Royal Thai Navy" fly urgently to China, expected to discuss the submarine issue. Reporters reported that After it was noticed that Mr. Suthin Khlangsaeng, Minister of Defense Did not attend the Cabinet (Cabinet) meeting today (March 26). Most recently, from the investigation, it was found that Mr. Suthin along with Admiral Adung Pan-Iam, Commander-in-Chief of the Navy (Commander) Royal Thai Navy) traveled to the People's Republic of China. urgently last night, March 25, 2024, and did not attend the Cabinet meeting There is news that This trip It is a matter of negotiating a submarine. before a final decision is made To present to the Cabinet And it may also be related to the choice of Chinese frigates. Source: Thai News Agency

Breaking down a major source of e-cigarette sales in Chonburi

Bangkok, "Phuangphet" moves forward in cracking down on e-cigarettes, destroying the main distribution source in Chonburi. More than 6,000 items seized, valued at 1.8 million baht. Mrs. Puangpetch Chunlaid, Minister attached to the Prime Minister's Office, revealed that according to Mr. Settha Thavisin, the Prime Minister and Minister of Finance are concerned about the problem of illegal sales of e-cigarettes. Especially the epidemic of e-cigarettes among children and youth. Therefore, he urged himself, on behalf of the Minister who supervises the Office of the Consumer Protection Board (OCPB), to work proactively in cracking down on sources selling e-cigarettes. Break the cycle of spread in every area. The Minister attached to the Prime Minister's Office said that recently Mr. Thason Aat Thanitthiphan, Secretary of the Office of the Basic Education Commission, ordered Pol. Col. Prateep Charoenkal, Deputy Secretary of the Office of the Basic Education Commission, as Director of the Special Operations Cente r. Coordinating with police, Division 2, Royal Thai Army, went to the area to inspect illegal shops selling e-cigarettes in Saen Suk Subdistrict, Mueang District, Chonburi Province, after receiving a tip that e-cigarettes were secretly hidden. E-cigarette liquid was kept in one house to be sent to stores. The police then requested a search warrant for the said house. When we arrived, we found the person according to the search warrant. Officers then took him to a store that had been rented to sell e-cigarettes. Two booths of e-cigarette liquid. Results from the inspection discovered a large amount of e-cigarettes and e-cigarette liquid. The special operations team seized 6,600 items with a total value of more than 1.8 million baht. They detained the seller and seized the e-cigarettes and e-cigarette liquid and sent them to Saen Suk Police Station for further prosecution. 'The government is seriously cracking down on illegal sales of e-cigarettes. After finding an outbreak among a large number of children and youth We found stores that sell e-cigarettes in both community and local areas. Near educational institutions and can be purchased online. This is a concern that children and youth have easy access to e-cigarettes. We have now integrated all relevant departments. both cyber police Ministry of Digital Economy and Society Ministry of Public Health Ministry of Interior Bangkok To completely suppress e-cigarettes. Both sold in storefronts and online. And must ask for cooperation from parents to closely monitor their children. Don't be a victim of electronic cigarettes. Always check the things near your children and warn them about the dangers of e-cigarettes that may affect the child's development,' Mrs. Puangpetch said. The Minister attached to the Prime Minister's Office said that the illegal sale of electronic cigarettes e-cigarette liquid It is an offense according to the Protection Committee Order No. 8/2015 regarding "Prohibiting the sale or prohibition of providing shisha, e-shark, e-cigarettes, or e-ciga rette refill liquid". If anyone violates this, it is an offense according to the Consumer Protection Act. 1979 is punishable by imprisonment not exceeding 3 years or a fine not exceeding 6 hundred thousand baht, or both. Anyone who sees the illegal sale of electronic cigarettes You can notify the local police or inform the Office of the Consumer Protection Board at the hotline 1166, website www.ocpb.go.th. Including Damrongdham Centers in every province. Source: Thai News Agency

Draft ministerial regulations for children at risk of offending From the use of kratom-cannabis

House, Cabinet approves draft ministerial regulations specifying children at risk of committing crimes. from the use of kratom, marijuana, hemp Mr. Karom Phonphonklang, Deputy Spokesperson of the Prime Minister's Office, revealed that the Cabinet has approved the draft Ministerial Regulation specifying children at risk of committing crimes (No. ..) B.E.... at the Council of State Office. Verified which has the essence of amending ministerial regulations Determining Children at Risk of Offending 2006 by specifying that children who use kratom, marijuana, hemp or products containing ingredients or extracts from kratom, marijuana, hemp for recreation are children at risk of committing offences. According to the Child Protection Act 2003 This is to prevent children from using kratom, marijuana, hemp or products that contain kratom, marijuana, and hemp as addictive substances. which will affect intellectual development and the growth of the body and creating a good environment. Source: Thai News Agency

“Phuangphet” fights against e-cigarettes Breaking down a major distribution source in Chonburi.

"Phuangphet" moves forward to fight e-cigarettes. Breaking down a major distribution source in Chonburi. More than 6,000 items seized, valued at 1.8 million baht. Dr. Puangpetch Chunlead, Minister attached to the Prime Minister's Office, revealed that according to Mr. Settha Thavisin, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance. There is concern about the problem of illegal sales of electronic cigarettes. Especially the epidemic of e-cigarettes among children and youth. Therefore, he urged himself on behalf of the Minister who supervises the Office of the Consumer Protection Board, or Office of the Consumer Protection Board, to work proactively to suppress sources selling e-cigarettes. Break the cycle of spread in every area. On March 25th Mr. Thasonat Thanitthiphan, Secretary of the Office of the Basic Education Commission, has ordered Pol. Col. Prateep Charoenkal, Deputy Secretary of the Office of the Basic Education Commission, as Director of the Special Operations Center, to coordinate with the police of th e 2nd Subdistrict Police Division. The RTA went to the area to inspect illegal shops selling e-cigarettes in Saen Suk Subdistrict, Mueang District, Chonburi Province, after receiving a tip that e-cigarettes were being secretly hidden. e-cigarette liquid in one house to forward to another shop. police officer Therefore, a search warrant was requested for the said house. Upon arrival, the person according to the search warrant was found. Officers then took him to a store that had been rented to sell e-cigarettes. Two booths of e-cigarette liquid. The results of the inspection discovered a large amount of e-cigarettes and e-cigarette liquid. The Special Operations Team seized 6,600 items with a total value of more than 1.8 million baht. The sellers were detained and the e-cigarettes and e-liquid confiscated and sent to Saen Suk Police Station for further prosecution. 'The government is seriously cracking down on illegal sales of e-cigarettes. After finding that there was an outbreak among a large number of chil dren and youth. We found stores that sell e-cigarettes in both community and local areas. Near educational institutions and can be purchased through online channels This is a concern that children and youth have easy access to e-cigarettes. We have now integrated all relevant departments. both cyber police Ministry of Digital Economy and Society Ministry of Public Health Ministry of Interior Bangkok To completely suppress e-cigarettes. Both sold in storefronts and online. And must ask for cooperation from parents to closely monitor their children. Don't be a victim of electronic cigarettes. Always check the things near your children and warn them about the dangers of e-cigarettes that may affect their development,' Dr. Puangpetch said. The illegal sale of electronic cigarettes e-cigarette liquid It is an offense according to the Protection Committee Order No. 8/2015 regarding "Prohibiting the sale or prohibition of providing shisha, e-shark, e-cigarettes, or e-cigarette refill liquid". If anyone violates thi s, it is an offense according to the Consumer Protection Act. 1979 is punishable by imprisonment not exceeding 3 years or a fine not exceeding 6 hundred thousand baht, or both. Anyone who sees the illegal sale of electronic cigarettes You can notify the local police or inform the Office of the Consumer Protection Board at the hotline 1166, website www.ocpb.go.th. Including Damrongdham Centers in every province. Source: Thai News Agency

Red MPs worried about party being dissolved

Parliament, "Pakornwut" refuses to set up the "Kao Mai" party as a backup if Kao Kao is dissolved. Accepting MPs with red labels, worried I have to convince myself that the old house just changed the name plate. Confirming that there is no signal to bring "Pitha" back to sit at the head of the party. Mr. Pakornwut Udompipatsakul The MP for the Move Forward Party said about the meeting of the Move Forward Party today (March 26) that there probably wasn't much going on. In addition to the 3-day council meeting agenda, some matters need to be considered in detail. As for last week's meeting of MPs that the news came out There are many points that do not correspond to the facts, such as the matter of the name "New Step Party". We confirm that it was not discussed at the meeting. I'm not sure if it came out as more of a conversation about preparing for every situation that would arise. No matter what situation arises, we are fully prepared. As for what situations are prepared? Mr. Pakornwut said There is a matt er of collapsing and not collapsing. But we are not here to talk about probabilities because the power is not in our hands. Of course, if it doesn't collapse, you don't have to do much. Continue to work as usual. But if they are disbanded, they won't do much either. It continues to work as usual. There's nothing different. Only we understand that Most of the MPs are first-time MPs and may have some concerns and unease. So I wanted to come and encourage each other in the meeting that there is nothing. It's just the same old house with a changed name plate. Don't think much. As for the case, there is news that Mr. Thanathorn Therefore, Rungruangkit Chairman of the Progress Committee Remind party members that if Far Forward is dissolved, they will move to a new party together. Mr. Pakornwut said that it was likely the words of Mr. Chaithawat Tulathon, a party-list MP. and party leaders go further Which is of course encouraging. When asked if the party's general meeting has progressed far What was the conclusio n? Mr. Pakornwut said he understood that there was no change in the party's executive committee. It is a meeting according to the legal framework that must be held within April. The part that many people are keeping an eye on will bring in Mr. Pitha. Limcharoenrat Chairman, Advisor to the Party Leader Returning to sit in the party leader's chair, Mr. Pakornwut said that as far as he knew there was no Still waiting for details of the meeting to be clear. It is expected that there is still a congestion at the meeting place. Source: Thai News Agency