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23 Aug – Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) by Marketing Academic Development Center Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT Academy) launches the "Curriculum Development Program to Increase Digital Knowledge for Tourism Entrepreneurs" or 4Digital Tourism, an online course. To raise the level of digital knowledge for entrepreneurs in the tourism industry, with Mr. Nithee Siprae, TAT Deputy Governor for Digital Research and Development as the chairman. And give certificates to 101 people who have been selected from those who have completed the online course according to the specified conditions at The Sukosol Hotel, Bangkok.

Mr. Nithee Siphrae, Deputy Governor for Digital Research and Development, TAT said, “Technology advances. Combined with the spread of the COVID-19 virus in the past. This is considered an accelerating factor and plays a part in pushing Thai tourism operators to adapt to the changes that occur.

TAT by Marketing Academic Development Center Tourism (TAT Academy) has the main mission of enhancing knowledge and developing potential for tourism operators. Therefore, the learning style has been modified to be in line with the current situation. Along with developing the platform 4Digital Tourism, an online learning platform that tour operators can learn anywhere, 24 hours a day, with courses for entrepreneurs to study and develop skills to increase their competitiveness in the digital age. 22 courses, and there are courses that have received a lot of attention, such as “Key to Business and Sustainable Tourism” in which students will learn how to run a tourism business with ESG balance principles that must take into account the environment, society and governance, along with upgrading the service sector with digital technology. towards the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

The TAT is ready to be one of the cogs for entrepreneurs to drive the Thai tourism industry forward. and won the hearts of tourists from around the world This will lead to creating economic value for the country and aiming to develop Thai tourism on a sustainable basis.”

The 4Digital Tourism platform was launched for the first time on May 1, 2023 and received great feedback. And there are more than 2,470 people who are interested in registering to use the platform, with cooperation from many partners and networks of tour operators who support and invite entrepreneurs to join the project, including the Tourism Council of Thailand, Thai Hotels Association, Thai Ecotourism and Adventure Tourism Association, Thai Association of Travel Agents, Association of Domestic Tourism Businesses, Association of Thai Tourism Businesses, Association of Provincial Tourism Business Confederation of Thailand, Organization for the Development of Special Areas for Tourism sustainable, Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (Public Organization) and Medium Enterprise Development Bank and small in Thailand This led to the launch of the curriculum development project to enhance digital knowledge. for tour operators and gave certificates to 101 people who completed the various courses of the project in this pilot phase.

The 4Digital Tourism platform is still open for entrepreneurs and those who are interested to come and learn continuously. to develop tourism business establishment or tourist attractions in Thailand To continue to be an impressive and attractive destination. Including creating a new tourism context to make it even more amazing to drive the country's economic growth.

The TAT expects that the 4Digital Tourism platform will help tourism operators and those who are interested in preparing for Upskill and Reskill knowledge and can apply it to business effectively. and able to compete equally in the digital world

The project to develop digital knowledge enhancement courses for tourism entrepreneurs (4Digital Tourism) is open to entrepreneurs in the tourism industry. Including interested guests You can register for the course via www.4digitaltourism.com See more details and follow the news at https://www.facebook.com/4DigitalTourism

Source: Thai News Agency

Sor Sor. 23 Aug. - The Sor Shor. Reiterates Sor Shor.-Department of Corrections has made an MOU to jointly care for sick inmates in prisons across the country. But the discretion is passed on to the Department of Corrections and the doctor. It is often transmitted in 3 groups of diseases: heart disease, cancer and tuberculosis.

Dr. Opas Karnkawinpong The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Public Health mentioned the MOU with the Department of Corrections in taking care of inmates in prisons. If they are beyond the capacity of a correctional hospital, they will continue to receive services at a hospital under the Ministry of Public Health. that the normal care of inmates depends on the capacity of prison medical facilities. which some areas are different but have to admit that medical equipment Including personnel of correctional hospitals may have limited capabilities. not equal to hospitals under the Ministry of Public Health with medical personnel in many aspects more complete It was found that some correctional hospitals have only nurses as caregivers. As for important diseases that are often referred for treatment in hospitals under the Ministry of Public Health, such as heart disease that requires special attention. because it can be life-threatening or even cancer, including tuberculosis, which is often found in prisons

Dr. Opas said that the correctional institution, the correctional hospital The Bangkok Special Prison area, although newly built, looks more modern. but must accept that there may not be as complete medical equipment as a hospital. It depends on the doctor and the Department of Corrections to consider.-Thai News Agency

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Bangkok, 23 Aug- The SET organizes Thailand Focus 2023, with more than 200 institutional investors from around the world responding. Ready to pay attention to the potential of new industries to drive the Thai economy into the future.

Mr. Prasarn Trairatvorakul The Chairman of the Stock Exchange of Thailand gave an opening remark at the event “Thailand Focus 2023 : The New Horizon” for the 17th time that The New Horizon concept is to prepare yourself to deal with the world in a new context and to adapt to ever-changing market conditions. Although the Thai economy has grown considerably in the tourism and service sectors. Including increased spending and domestic investment, but should not be trusted to the uncertainty of the global economy, a significant drop in exports. and global economic recession. And although Thailand still faces many challenges But according to the forecasts of many institutions, Thailand's economic growth this year is expected to be slightly lower than 3%. As for the recent political situation, the Prime Minister has already been voted. It can be seen that economic policy is the main protagonist of every political party. Therefore, it is hoped that the government will create policies that focus on economic recovery. and measures to support both domestic and foreign investment.

Mr. Pakorn Peetathawatchai Director and Manager The Stock Exchange of Thailand revealed that "Thailand Focus 2023: The New Horizon” this year has been well received by more than 200 global institutional investors from 96 institutions around the world. And of this number, there are investors from main countries such as Singapore, Hong Kong, the United Kingdom, Malaysia, the United States, Sweden, Taiwan, and there are group meetings and one-on-one meetings with 118 listed companies, reflecting that the Thai capital market is still alive. in the interest of investment This year, the event is still organized in a hybrid format, in addition to investors who come to attend the conference in Thailand. There is also a place to listen to information through a Virtual Conference as well, which is an important forum for investors to know about investment opportunities. and the direction of economic development and the Thai capital market. Institutional investors are interested in ways to drive the country's economy towards growth opportunities through new industries. and business that is the future of the country Building on Thailand's strengths such as creative tourism Electric Vehicle and Soft Power Industry which is an important cog in driving Thailand's creative economy. has given importance to businesses that have potential to grow and conduct sustainable business together which is an issue that world investors pay attention to today

Mr. Sethaput Suthiwat Narueput Governor of the Bank of Thailand (BOT) gave a special lecture on the topic of Laying the Foundations for a Sustainable Recovery "Laying Infrastructure for Sustainable Recovery" that the Thai economy showed signs of sustainable recovery. from the gradual recovery of the economic structure according to the image of tourism and consumption that continues to expand The economy is expected to grow this year at 3.6% and next year at 3.8%, while inflation is high, but it starts to slow down within the target range of 1-3% and monetary policy to support the gradual recovery for growth. Sustainable going forward with gradual interest rate hikes The high level of household debt I will try to take care to adjust down to a sustainable level or below 80% of GDP in the next 5 years and is also a policy at the earliest level. But will try to take care in a flexible manner so as not to affect the economy. Recently, the Bank of Thailand Measures have been taken out to take care of the debt. that will gradually come out by charging interest according to the risk Look at debt serviceability or debt-to-income ratio. which may be quite a strong drug, but will gradually considered to take care not to affect the economy

For Thailand Focus 2023: The New Horizon, organized by SET, together with DBS Vickers Securities (Thailand), Kiatnakin Phatra Securities and TISCO Securities, together with Jefferies between August 23-25, 2023 at the Grand Hyatt Erawan Hotel, Bangkok. Those interested can view details and follow the seminar content at www.set.or.th/thailandfocu .-Thai News Agency

Source: Thai News Agency

BANGKOK, Aug. 23 – “Big Joke” reveals a case against Section 157 against the Prime Minister-Permanent-Administrator of the Subdistrict Administrative Organization, totaling 4 people, after allowing the construction of a warehouse to store fireworks that exploded in the area of Muno Market, Sungai Ko District. -Lok, Narathiwat Province

Pol. Gen. Surachate Hakpal, Deputy Commissioner of the National Police Revealing the progress of the fireworks warehouse case In the area of Muno Market, Muno Subdistrict, Su-ngai Kolok District, Narathiwat Province, after attending the meeting to speed up the case on August 21, make the case more progress In this case, there are 5 government agencies in the area involved, including the Ministry of Interior. Ministry of Public Health Ministry of Industry Ministry of Labor and ISOC, but from the preliminary investigation found wrongdoings by government officials, 1 agency, therefore, prosecuted under Section 157 against 4 officials in the Muno Subdistrict Administrative Organization, namely the Prime Minister, Permanent Secretary and Officials of the Muno Subdistrict Administrative Organization because they are the first agency to be informed that a large warehouse of fireworks will be built in the community. But the agency ignored it. And did not notify the other four other relevant agencies who investigated all four confessed that the factory was actually allowed to be built in this area.

In addition, evidence of money transfer from the account of the owner of the fireworks factory to the local police account was found at 3,000-5,000 baht per time. Is this money a facilitation payment? If yes, it must also be prosecuted by the police.

along with instructing the investigative team to expand the results of the inspection of 11 fireworks factories in the Bangkok area that were found to deliver fireworks to the Muno fireworks warehouse The investigation found that these factories had actually sent fireworks to Muno. By now coordinating information with the Customs Office of Laem Chabang Port. to verify that all 11 factories have imported fireworks correctly or not Including whether there is a false declaration or not.-Thai News Agency

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Nonthaburi, Aug. 23 – A 20-year-old son, dissatisfied with his father, closed the door of the room loudly, quarreled, finally grabbed a knife and stabbed his father 15 wounds and died in the house.

Bang Sri Muang police station, Nonthaburi province, received a report of a fatal stabbing incident. At one house, Moo 8, Soi Wat Khwan Mueang, Bang Krang Subdistrict, Mueang District, Nonthaburi Province, after receiving the notification, went to inspect the scene and found Mr. Anan, 20 years old, the deceased son. Sit and wait to surrender to the officer. along with a trekking knife about 20 cm long that was used to cause the crime There was blood stains on it. Close to each other found the body of Mr. Suksan, 57, the father of the perpetrator. lying on his back in a pool of blood wearing a single loincloth There were 15 knife stab wounds all over his body.

The perpetrator claimed that Before the incident, he was home alone. Dad came home from work at 9 p.m. and seemed frustrated, went into the kitchen, walked in and out of the bedroom, opened and closed the door slamming loudly. before walking around in front of their bedroom So shouted and asked what was the matter, the father was yelling, holding a knife, walking towards him. He saw a bad posture, so he stabbed 1 time with a knife, then fought until his father was silent.

The sister of the perpetrator said that the younger brother had told him that he had an argument about his father closing the door loudly. Previously, the younger had punched his father. But father didn't respond. The couple often quarreled over the fact that their father slammed the door loudly. The police detained the perpetrator with a knife in the middle to prosecute Bang Sri Muang police station On charges of murdering parents . – Thai News Agency

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Khon Kaen, 23 Aug- Villagers face severe shortage of water for rice farming. In the area of Ban Kut Phang Kruea, Village No. 6, Nam Phong District, Khon Kaen Province, this year was affected by the dry spell. cause lack of water in rice cultivation If it doesn't rain by the end of the month, more than 3,000 rai of rice, the whole village could be damaged.

The news team went to the area to explore the area next to the Phong River. Ban Kut Phang Kruea, Village No. 6, Tha Kraserm Subdistrict, Nam Phong District, Khon Kaen Province, where the village headman took him down to see the suffering of the villagers during the rice farming season. After the rain has left the season and the Ubolratana Dam reduces water discharge from the dam As a result, the villagers had to help each other to raise money to pump water from the Phong River into the swamp within the village. There is a cost of 600 baht per day, then connect the pipe to deliver water to your own farm. In this part, you will have to pay by yourself. Mainly, it will be the cost of pumping oil. in August Each villager has paid more than 10,000 baht per household, not including the cost of cultivation such as fertilizer.

Mr. Kiattisak Wongniyom, Kut Phang Kruea village headman, Village No. 6, Tha Kraserm Subdistrict, Nam Phong District, Khon Kaen Province gave information that Villagers are very difficult due to the rain since June and pumping water from Lam Nam Phong into the village Understand the situation of natural disasters causing lack of water in agriculture But what the villagers suspect is how to manage the water of related agencies During the heavy rains at the end of last year, water was released to flood the fields. Because the amount of water in the dam is afraid that it will not be able to store. In the dry season, they said that the amount of water was insufficient for farming.

Kut Phang Kruea Village, Village No. 6, Tha Kraserm Subdistrict, Nam Phong District, Khon Kaen Province, has a total population of 769 people, an agricultural area that grows rice 3,000 rai, which in 2019 had experienced drought. but not as heavy as this year And villagers in the area need additional solar water pumps to pump water for farming. And is about to negotiate to ask for permission from the relevant agencies to continue and would like to help make royal rain as well in order to add water to the Ubonrat Dam.-Thai News Agency

Source: Thai News Agency

Bangkok 23 Aug-Director of Government Savings Bank Received the 2023 Outstanding State Enterprise Executive Award on Labor Relations, moving forward to push forward the social bank

Mr. Withai Rattanakorn, President of the Government Savings Bank Received the outstanding state enterprise executive award for labor relations And the outstanding state enterprise award in labor relations for the year 2023 from the consideration and selection of the State Enterprise Labor Relations Committee. Department of Labor Protection and Welfare ministry of labor As the Bank places great importance on labor relations management continually. Through the joint thinking process, working together to improve the efficiency of the bank's operations. as well as promoting and elevating the quality of life of employees and employees.

coupled with building a good relationship between each other through various activities such as training, development, knowledge Providing relief assistance during the COVID-19 crisis Improving welfare and necessary benefits in line with current economic conditions Field visits to encourage branch staff across the country Including opening a new channel to notify problems via Line to listen to problems and suggestions from employees and employees. which can help solve problems directly, quickly, etc.

In addition, the bank received the Moral Award 2022 in the category of community and organization Moral Awards 2022 from the Moral Center. (Public Organization), Ministry of Culture By being an organization that plays a role in virtue that is evident to society Adhere to management values based on good governance principles. and conduct oneself firmly in morality, ethics, honesty and being a good role model for Thai society and youth This is in line with the Government Savings Bank's mission to drive the organization toward sustainability. Have social and environmental responsibility With a policy to drive Social Mission Integration guidelines to become a full-fledged social bank. and develop the organization for sustainable growth.-Thai News Agency

Source: Thai News Agency

“Wiwat” admits that many senators only know “Srettha” as a real estate businessman. I don't know if he's a good person or a bad person. Had to find information myself, only found negative things. heard the news of giving away bananas Like being a good person, don't like wanting to be a monkey.

Mr. Wiwat Sangsuriyachat Senators (Senators) rose up to debate the qualifications of Mr. Srettha Thavisin, Pheu Thai Party's prime ministerial candidate. by saying that senators must elect Mr. Srettha The Pheu Thai Party has been nominating for about a week, trying to track down what Mr. Srettha did, where, and what history. He also asked a friend of the senator whether he knew Mr. Srettha or not. Some people are also known as real estate tycoons. Own a housing estate But what is the real self? What is the history? Most don't know And not everyone knows whether they are good people or not. because most of them did not get involved Therefore, the first question arises as to who will become prime minister. We still don't know if they are good or bad. Is doing business good or bad? can lead the country or not We don't know how to choose.

Mr. Wiwat said that when asked, most of the senators did not know. and there is a question in everyone's mind because this position is important The country will continue to prosper with the Prime Minister. Because after this, I have to build a government management team. And we still don't know who he is. The Pheu Thai Party did not produce documents to acknowledge who he was. What is the history like? We tried to follow the news from the media but always encountered negative aspects such as the use of tax evasion methods to do business incorrectly. Dishonest, unethical, has a lot of documents coming out I don't know if the documents submitted are correct or not. As for Sansiri Company, they submitted documents to respond. But never came out to clarify to the senator or send it to the senator. know

“When senators choose the prime minister according to constitutional law which indicates who will be selected There must be honesty as a premise. Must have excellent ethics But now Mr. Srettha is constantly being attacked. trade incorrectly What are some tax evasion? We try to find out if it's true or just accused or a good person, but we really don't know how to make a choice. Will take the country at risk choosing someone who doesn't know what it's like to rule the country. Take the people as hostages, take the economy, take the country. bring prosperity as a guarantee Even the monarchy came as a guarantee? I listened to it and had the feeling that it was not right,” Mr. Wiwat said.

Mr. Wiwat said that as we had to choose need to find information When going after many pieces of documents It was found that Mr. Srettha was accused of buying land from 12 people for business purposes. What are the documents he impersonated? And Mr. Chuwit came to reveal that the land was divided into 12 parts to evade taxes on behalf of a group of people. But if the tax is paid on behalf of an individual, the tax will be less. Sansiri's trading costs are cheaper. We went to see the law. Regarding taxes and duties, I would like to briefly conclude that there was an actual transaction with Sansiri and Praphaisap. which has 12 shareholders in a single plot of land There was an agreement to trade more than 1500 million baht. I had to ask what the intention was. because if bought individually The tax base will be reduced. I followed up whether it caused damage to the state or not. Because the tax calculation is also lower, ”said Mr. Wiwat.

In the meantime, Mr. Wan Muhammad Noor Matha, the chairman of the meeting He warned about spending time over the deadline, Mr. Wiwat said that if some were overdue, some were lacking, he believed that some senators would sacrifice their time for them. but not exceeding the specified time. Please allow the president ready to say After checking, 12 people have taken shares in proportion. which is a matter of the person Then Sansiri came to buy this plot of land. which the company has the minutes of the meeting and the person who signed the minutes of the meeting was Mr. Srettha who at that time was the CEO or director of the company Want to buy at 12 people, buy each day what is the purpose Because when taxing each plot, the price is less than what we agreed to buy at a price of more than 1570 million baht, but when the plots are separated Tax payment is only 59 million baht, which if Sansiri is straightforward Buy the whole plot of land without splitting it like this. Will pay land tax at 580 million baht, equal to missing more than 500 million baht instead of this money going to the royal

“When it appears that this kind of fact Mr. Srettha gave an interview to the media that it was about the company's tax planning. which he did not understand that corporate tax planning caused damage to the state instead of tax but pay taxes it's not Therefore, he remarked that it was likely that tax evasion would cause damage to the state or not. This is clear, there is evidence. election of prime minister This time is the most important thing. For the nation to prosper, it must elect people who are honest and ethical. I believe that every senator here has the right to choose. everyone is ethical If he knew the facts like this, he could consider whether to choose or not. And do not forget that when making an oath in front of His Majesty to perform duties with integrity Because I heard bad news that bananas were distributed to senators. Let's be honest, I'm a good person who doesn't like to be a monkey. I want to go eat bananas from the villagers. I said wrong oath In the future, they will be punished, ”said Mr. Wiwat.

Source: Thai News Agency

The Department of Corrections announced the procedure for "Thaksin" being sent to the Bangkok Remand Prison. make a history Look at the safety of the former Prime Minister. including living, food, drinking water

In addition, the prison has prepared a visiting room. Because of the large number of family and friends who may come to visit and because "Thaksin" is a vulnerable group, over 60 years old, currently 74 years old, with congenital disease that requires continuous surveillance and treatment. must look at health to prevent injury while in prison Preliminary separation of detention in Dan 7, surveillance 24 hours

Source: Thai News Agency

Former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra has been sent to Bangkok Remand Prison and placed at a wing with medical facilities as authorities cited health concerns as the reason.

Mr. Ayuth Sintoppant, the Director-General of the Corrections Department, provided details on the process of receiving Thaksin Shinawatra into the detention facility in Bangkok. He mentioned that all necessary procedures, including medical examinations and health assessments, have been completed smoothly.

Meanwhile, Mr. Sitthi Sutthiwong, the department's deputy director stated that medical assessments conducted by physicians identified Thaksin as a vulnerable individual with underlying health conditions that demand constant attention and care.

For this reason, Thaksin is being detained in a separate facility at Zone 7, which serves as a medical center within the detention facilities. This arrangement is in place to ensure his safety, with staff on duty 24 hours a day.

Dr. Watchai Mingbanjerdsuk, the director of the corrections department hospital, elaborated on Thaksin's health condition, highlighting a history of heart disease, including coronary artery disease, and lung problems stemming from severe COVID-19-related pneumonia.

These conditions have left him easily fatigued, necessitating continuous monitoring and medical attention. Additionally, Thaksin is dealing with high blood pressure and varying degrees of spinal degeneration, leading to chronic pain. (TNA)

Source: Thai News Agency