Day: January 28, 2024

Bangkok, "Srisuwan-Jeng Dokjik" had worked together to petition the minister. Thammanat and Deputy Minister Chaiya asked to investigate the preparation of TOR for the procurement of aircraft by the Department of Royal Rainmaking and Agricultural Aviation, stating that it was a locking of specifications to representative companies of aircraft manufacturers in the country. Czech Republic "Minister Thammanat" stated that the work of government agencies can be inspected. But it must not be used as a tool for personal gain. Reporters reported that Before the police arrested Mr. Srisuwan Janraya and his associates, namely Mr. Yoswarit Chuklom or Jeng Dokjik and Ms. Pimanattha. Jiraputthiphak On the basis of threatening to extort the Director-General of the Rice Department on January 26, 2024, Mr. Srisuwan and Mr. Yoswarit had previously gone to the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives to submit a complaint to Captain Thammanat Phromphao, Minister of Agriculture and Cooperatives, and Mr. Chaiya Promma. Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Cooperatives, who oversees the Department of Royal Rainmaking and Agricultural Aviation, traveled twice, on December 8, 2023, and went to follow up on answers again on January 17, 2024. Mr. Srisuwan and Mr. Yosawaris asked the minister to investigate the executives of the Department of Royal Rainmaking and Agricultural Aviation who may have provided benefits to the brokers of the company offering to sell two Royal Rainmaking aircraft worth 1,188 million after finding out that it was suspicious that before writing A group of TOR executives traveled to visit an aircraft manufacturing company in the Czech Republic in October 2023. Later, TOR drafted the specifications for representatives of that company. By bringing this matter to the committee to study the preparation and monitoring of budget management. The House of Representatives has already passed on December 20, 2023. Mr. Srisuwan stated that The bid was submitted on January 5, 2024. From bidding information on the Comptroller General's Department website, it was found that There is only one bidder. Representative of the aircraft manufacturing company The fact that the Minister and Deputy Minister who oversees the Department of Royal Rainmaking and Agricultural Aviation are aware of the information according to the complaint But did not order an inspection or review. Therefore, it may be considered an omission of duty. Under the Criminal Code, Section 157 or not? Mr. Srisuwan also stated that Setting specifications for procurement that are conducive to aircraft from this company, it was found that the technology of the aircraft was lagging behind. It's probably not worth the billions in budget costs. And a maintenance budget of more than 40 million baht must be allocated per year if the Minister and Director-General do not take any action. This matter must be sent to the National Anti-Corruption Commission. in order to proceed according to the law For the representative assigned by Captain Thammanat to receive complaints from Mr . Srisuwan and Jeng. The letter of club on January 17, 2024 was Mr. Thanadon Suwannarit, Advisor to the Minister of Agriculture and Cooperatives, stating that the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives would investigate this matter to provide clarity. If you already know the facts The public will be informed because the budget used for procurement is public taxes. Captain Thammanat Phromphao, Minister of Agriculture and Cooperatives, said: The civil society sector inspects the work of government agencies. It's good to have transparency. It is considered a policy of the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives. But the inspection process must be pure and fair for the benefit of the government and the nation. without using it as a tool for seeking personal gain For the case of Mr. Srisuwan and those of the Director-General of the Rice Department The police must be allowed to prove the facts, including evidence, audio clips, pictures, and money transfer routes, all of which are already with the police. As fo r the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives, they are investigating all the facts to ensure fairness to both sides. Captain Thammanat emphasized that This event is of interest to the public. This matter must be made clear. In particular, the Rice Department must explain the details to society. If you check and find that There has actually been a crime committed. Must be prosecuted according to the law. or if it is bullying that causes damage to government officials Offenders must be prosecuted to the fullest extent. Source: Thai News Agency

Dien Bien: A working delegation led by Deputy Prime Minister Le Minh Khai on January 28 paid a visit to the northwestern mountainous province of Dien Bien on the threshold of the Lunar New Year (Tet), the most important and longest festival of Vietnamese people in a year. The Deputy PM hailed the efforts of the Party Organisation, authorities, armed forces and people of Dien Bien in the past year in socio-economic development, achieving many positive results, contributing to the successful implementation of the country's socio-economic plan. By the end of 2023, the rate of poor households in the province had decreased by 4.17% per year. The Deputy PM said he hopes that the province will continue to take care of residents, especially policy beneficiary families, people who rendered service to the nation, poor households, disadvantaged people and those in highland and border areas so that they can enjoy a happy Tet. He urged local authorities to strengthen inspections on food safety, environmental protection and disease prevention on this occasion, along with enhancing market management, ensuring that essential goods are available. Visiting officers and soldiers of Si Pha Phin border guard station in Nam Po district, the Deputy PM requested the station to perform well political tasks, contributing to protecting territorial sovereignty and national border. They also were assigned to coordinate with other forces to take care of the lives of people in the locality during Tet. During his trip, he also visited and presented Tet gifts to social policy beneficiary families, poor households, workers in difficult circumstances in Nam Po and Muong Cha districts. Earlier on January 27, the Deputy PM and his entourage offered wreaths and incense at the Martyrs Temple in Dien Bien Phu Battlefield and the A1 Martyrs Cemetery. He also visited the Dien Bien Phu Victory Museum and handed over gifts to social policy beneficiary families in the city./. Source: Vietnam News Agency

Bangkok, Uncle, 51 years old, taxi driver. Ask the Saimai Must Survive page for help. After being attacked by an assailant in the form of a passenger, he used an ax to cut his head and neck. He was seriously injured before driving away in a taxi. Mr. Chinnapat, 51 years old, taxi driver. Appeal to the Sai Mai Must Surv page for legal assistance. After being attacked by a criminal in the form of a passenger Wave from Soi Nuanchan 16 to take you to the Wang Noi area. Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province Before committing the crime, he used an ax to cut off his head and neck. until seriously injured and drove away in his own taxi. And finally, the car was found abandoned along Kanchanaphisek Road, Km. 16, Pathum Thani Province. The incident occurred on the evening of January 24th. After the incident, Mr. Chinnapat Received medical treatment at Bang Pa-in Hospital head injury The left side of his neck and arm received more than 20 stitches before reporting to the police. Phra Inracha Police Station until the crim inal was arrested But the officers only filed light charges, namely assault charges. Therefore hoping that Saimai must survive and help. and wants the criminal to be punished until the end As for Mr. Ekaphob, the founder of the Saimai must survive page. Has coordinated with the Provincial Police Commander of Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province. Ready to coordinate with the Ministry of Justice Continue to provide assistance with financial compensation. Source: Thai News Agency

Hanoi: The Vietnamese Embassy in Singapore on January 27 evening held a get-together for Vietnamese in the country on the occasion of the Tet (Lunar New Year) festival. Ambassador Mai Phuoc Dung briefed the participants on the situation at home, as well as the Vietnam-Singapore relations, saying Singapore remained one of the largest foreign investors in Vietnam, and the bilateral ties have been developing more comprehensively. He called on Vietnamese living and working in Singapore to build a strong community there, stay united, and preserve and uphold traditional culture. On this occasion, the diplomat presented certificates of merit to individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the Vietnamese community in Singapore. The Vietnamese Embassy in Malaysia and the Malaysia-Vietnam Friendship Association co-organised a Tet festival at the Bukit Bintang centre in Kuala Lumpur on January 27-28, with its opening ceremony attended by some Malaysian officials and representatives of local businesses. In her remarks, Tran Thi Chang, President of the association, promised to continue supporting Vietnamese there, contributing to tightening the Vietnam-Malaysia friendship. Ambassador Dinh Ngoc Linh called on the Vietnamese community to make more contributions to the development of both countries, as well as the bilateral friendship, noting the Vietnamese language and culture should be further preserved. Mohamed Amin, Senior Director of Domestic and Event, Tourism Malaysia, said special events like the festival have played a role in promoting the good friendship between the two countries and exchanges between their citizens. The Malaysian Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture is committed to supporting the establishment of the sister-city model between Melaka and Hoi An, and Langkawi and Phu Quoc in the time ahead, he noted. The festival featured a menu of activities promoting Vietnamese cuisine and culture. On this occasion, the Vietnamese Consulate General in Luang Prabang of Laos in coordination with th e Vietnamese community in northern Lao provinces hosted a party with the participation of Lao officials. In Australia, the social-charitable group "New Sunlight for Children" also met ahead of Tet, during which they made banh chung (square, glutinous rice cake) - a traditional dish of Vietnamese people on the festival./. Source: Vietnam News Agency

Bangkok, Ratchathan Explain the transfer of civil servants Comply with regulations and suitability From the case where Mr. Sondhi Limthongkul went live on Facebook on January 26, 2024, referring to the Department of Corrections. In the case where there is an order to transfer government officials that it was a transfer of a civil servant who did not agree with the policy of another detention facility and transfer civil servants who can respond to the policy to replace them to support former Prime Minister Thaksin The Department of Corrections would like to clarify in this case that According to the Department of Corrections' order No. 74/2024 dated January 19, 2024, assigning civil servants Specialist level and senior level Performing official duties at the Central Department of Corrections and various prisons/detention centers and the Department of Corrections Order No. 75/2024, dated January 19, 2024, for civil servants to assist in government service, such operations It is the assignment of civil servan ts to support the mission of correctional work to cover all dimensions efficiently. Including replacing the shortage of manpower. Therefore, there must be a rotation of civil servants in performing their duties to support the missions in correctional work, such as prisoner control. Correctional practice Penology, law, character development and professional training Public relations and the development of academic work, etc., which has been considered by those with knowledge, abilities, skills, and expertise in the assigned work. which effectively supports and helps drive the overall mission of the Department of Corrections For the highest benefit of the government and in accordance with the Government Administration Regulations, B.E. 2534 and those amended by the Government Administration Regulations Act (No. 5) B.E. 2002, which is the normal course of human resource management of government agencies. Not according to Mr. Sondhi Claimed in any way. Source: Thai News Agency

Kien Giang: The U Minh Thuong National Park in the southern province of Kien Giang will accelerate infrastructure development and create new tourism products to attract more travelers, according to Hoang Van Tuan, the park's director. Founded in 2002, the park covers over 8,500ha of land, including about 8,000ha of special-use forest. It is one of two important peatland areas in Vietnam recognised as an ASEAN Heritage Park and 2,228th Ramsar site of the world and the eighth of its kind in Vietnam. Thus, it holds huge ecotourism development potential. U Minh Thuong offers habitat for 72 rare animals and plants that are named in the 2007 Vietnam Red Data Book and the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List of Threatened Species. Its fauna comprises 32 species of 10 families and seven genuses, 54 reptile and amphibian species, including eight in Vietnam's Red Data Book like reticulated python (Malayopython reticulatus), krait (Bungarus caeruleus) and cobra, and 34 fish species. Tuan sa id that over the past years, great efforts have been exerted in the preservation of the biodiversity of the cajeput forest ecosystem as well as the cultural and historical values. The park has also conducted research, dissemination and education activities on conservation and exploitation of the potential for ecotourism development, contributing to stabilising the lives of local residents, he said. However, he noted that the number of tourists to the park decreased after the COVID-19 pandemic. Last year, it welcomed nearly 30,000 visitors, equivalent to 63% of the yearly plan, earning 3 billion VND (about 121,280 USD) in revenue. Tuan attributed the lower number of tourists poor infrastructure and a lack of capital dedicated to ecotourism. Revenue from tourism is still low, so reinvestment is not commensurate with available potential, he added. As one of the tourist destinations in the Mekong Delta, the park hosted nearly 50,000 visitors per year before 2021. In the coming time, it will continue to tap i ts potential in landscape, environment, diverse natural resources, forest ecosystems, culture, and historical relic sites to develop ecotourism, he said./. Source: Vietnam News Agency

Bangkok, "Pol. Gen. Surachet" met with protesters next to the Ministry of Finance after preparing to gradually gather more than a thousand people this evening. Call on the government to expedite the resolution of farmers' debt problems. Pol. Gen. Surachet Hakphan, Deputy Commissioner of the Royal Thai Police Traveled to meet the protesters of the Farmers Federation of Thailand (FTA) in front of the Ministry of Finance. Those who came to the rally called on the government to expedite the resolution of farmers' debt problems. and requests for the board of directors of the Agricultural Recovery and Development Fund To be pure and fair After spending only 10 minutes talking and receiving a request letter from Mr. Yotsawat. Chaiwathanasirikul, advisor to the NBTC, leader of the protesters, then Pol. Gen. Surachet Gave an interview that I have talked with the leaders all along that it was a peaceful gathering. He had just returned from Germany. and received information that this evening there will be approximate ly a thousand more protesters coming. So he came to inspect and receive complaints. and will quickly bring it to the attention of Mr. Phumtham Wechayachai, Deputy Prime Minister to the needs of the protesters which the Prime Minister Be serious about solving problems for the people Like in Ranong Give time to meet and solve the problems of the people. The Prime Minister intends to solve every part, not block it. In addition, the police in the area have been ordered to Take care of safety especially at night and take care of traffic in the surrounding area. The number of people is not a problem. to oversee peaceful gatherings Expression correctly Everything must be finished on the table. Talking with each other, believing that no one wants to stay for a long time, they will return soon. If there are any orders, they will inform the protesters immediately. As for the protesters' demands, Mr. Yotsawat said they called for a delay in appointing the executive board of the Agricultural Recovery and Development Fu nd. which the protesters have submitted to the court about the inaccuracy The farmers will gradually come in from this evening. From all over the country. Source: Thai News Agency

Dien Bien: With its potential and advantages, the northwestern province of Dien Bien is striving to turn tourism into an economic spearhead. According a resolution adopted at the provincial Party Congress for 2020-2025, Dien Bien's tourism development will be based on the main pillars of historical and spiritual tourism, cultural and eco-tourism, and resort and medical tourism. The complex of the Dien Bien Phu battlefield shows the vestiges of the Dien Bien Phu victory on the afternoon of May 7, 1954, which played a decisive role in ending the resistance war against French colonialists. With 45 relics, the complex has attracted crowds of visitors and it has been seen as a magnet to tourists. Besides, Dien Bien is home to 19 ethnic groups, each boasting its own cultural traits, along with 33 cultural relic sites that have won either national or provincial recognition, and 18 national intangible cultural heritage elements, including UNESCO-recognised Thai Xoe dance art and Then singing. Tua Chua district i s projected to become a national tourist site, and form part of the Dien Bien - Son La - Lai Chau tourism connectivity. To spur local tourism and affirm its brand, Dien Bien has organised a range of activities like the Ban Flower Festival, the En boat racing festival and a paragliding event. The Ban Flower Festival, a highlight of the National Tourism Year 2024, is set to open in the province on March 16. Spanning from March 13 to 18, the festival boasts a diverse lineup of activities, including an incense offering ceremony at the Dien Bien Phu martyrs' memorial temple, the launch of the National Tourism Year 2024 featuring a music extravaganza and a high-altitude fireworks display, and a photo contest showcasing the resplendent Ban flower landscape. The event also hosts a show of traditional costumes of ethnic groups, an ethnic sports competition, an exhibition featuring cultural and tourism products, and activities to connect tours and travel routes. Festival-goers can expect to immerse themselves in th e rich cultural tapestry of the northwestern mountainous region, with offerings such as a market space spotlighting distinctive local agricultural products, a competition featuring traditional folk games like seesawing, con throwing, stilt walking, blindfolded tag, and sack racing. Additionally, traditional folk songs, dances and music, including the unique art forms of Then and Xoe performed by ethnic groups like the Thai, Tay, Mong, Ha Nhi, Kho Mu, Xi La, Lao, and Xa Phang, will be performed. Deputy Director of the provincial Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism Nguyen Thi Thanh Chuyen said since 2021, Dien Bien has injected over 8 trillion VND (325.72 million USD) in infrastructure development associated with tourism development. Last year, the number of tourists to the province hit a record high of 1 million, up nearly 25% year-on-year. Its tourism revenue exceeded 1.75 trillion VND, according to the official, calling the figures a rosy sign for local tourism to create breakthroughs this year. In 2024 when Dien Bien hosts the National Tourism Year, the locality expects to welcome 1.3 million visitors and earn some 2.2 trillion VND from the sector. The numbers are set to reach more than 1.45 million and 2.38 trillion VND, respectively, in 2025. Notably, the expansion of the Dien Bien Airport was completed in late 2023, giving a huge push to local tourism to take off. Nguyen Thanh Son, Deputy General Director of Vietjet Air, pledged that apart from domestic flights, the carrier will operate those from Japan, the Republic of Korea (RoK), Australia and European nations to Dien Bien. Chairman of the provincial People's Committee Le Thanh Do said in 2024, with nearly 170 major events, Dien Bien will create new opportunities to call for investment in tourism, thus creating breakthroughs in socio-economic development./. Source: Vietnam News Agency Chiang Rai, During this time on the banks of the Mekong River in the Triam Kham Special Economic Zone of the Lao PDR, which Chinese investors operate The 21st Nile Flower Festival is being held in a big way. and full of color which has received the attention of many Lao people and foreign tourists. To create tourism trends along the Mekong River Hoping to clear up the image of a world-class drug production center in the past . Source: Thai News Agency