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On November 18, 2021, the American Chamber of Commerce in Thailand (AMCHAM Thailand) welcomed Prime Minister, H.E. General Prayut Chan-o-cha to virtually address their membership.

AMCHAM President Gregory Wong, Managing Director of Agoda, opened the meeting, welcoming the Prime Minister, and expressing AMCHAM’s respect for the Prime Minister and his government for skillfully guiding the nation through unprecedented challenges and working tirelessly to address the urgencies of Covid-19 to protect all people living in the Kingdom. He further congratulated the Thai Government for being open and agile, listening to advice and concerns from the private sector, and adjusting policies to respond to the world with rapid technological change. AMCHAM President Gregory later introduced the new AMCHAM President for 2022, Jeffrey Nygaard, Executive Vice President of Operations and Technology for Seagate Technology, who will be leading future AMCHAM delegations to meet with the Prime Minister in person, as well as the three AMCHAM Vice Presidents, Tibor Pandi, Country Head for Citibank; Kaveepan Eiamsakulrat, Executive Chairman of The KE Group; and Gregory Boudah, Owner and Managing Director of Spokes Jewelry Services, who represented AMCHAM members from multinational corporations, Thai corporations, and small and medium sized enterprises, respectively.

During the meeting, the Prime Minister touched on the government’s efforts and major achievements in addressing the pandemic and restoring the country’s economy. To create sustainable economic development, he particularly emphasized the government’s policies on Bio-Circular-Green (BCG) Economic Model, the importance of foreign direct investment, the enhancement of the digital economy, and Thailand’s hosting of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Summit in 2022.

The Prime Minister was joined by the following officials, many of whom have already met with AMCHAM delegations in 2021 on various topics of mutual consideration: H.E. Mr. Supattanapong Punmeechaow, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy; Mr. Distat Hotrakitya, Secretary-General to the Prime Minister; Mrs. Natjaree Anuntasilpa, Secretary-General to the Cabinet; Ms. Duangjai Asawachintachit, Secretary General, Thailand Board of Investment; Ms. Onfa Vejjajiva, Secretary – General, Office of the Public Sector Development Commission; Mr. Anucha Burapachaisri , Deputy Secretary-General to the Prime Minister; and Mr. Thanakorn Wangboonkongchana, Government Spokesman; M.L. Chayotid Kridakon, Advisor to the Deputy Prime Minister; Mr. Witchu Vejjajiva, Director-General, Department of American and South Pacific Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs; Mr. Chaiyut Kumkun, Principal Advisor on Customs Control Development, The Customs Department; Ms. Breeyawan Sarakichpricha, Assistant Secretary-General to the Prime Minister; Ms. Jaithai Upakarnitikaset, Deputy Director-General, Department of American and South Pacific Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs; and Mr. Rachavitch Piyapramote, Minister (Commercial), Permanent Representative of Thailand to the World Trade Organization and the World Intellectual Property Organization (Bangkok Office).

AMCHAM Treasurer Aileen Chew, Country Manager of Mastercard, delivered AMCHAM’s sincerest appreciation for the Prime Minister’s consideration and attention to address AMCHAM members, reiterating AMCHAM’s gratitude for the Thai government for their effort in navigating the Kingdom through the pandemic, providing vaccination to both citizens and non-citizens. In her closing remarks, AMCHAM Treasurer Aileen emphasized AMCHAM’s member commitments to investing in Thailand, supporting the government’s policy framework, and their offer to be a resource for further development and contributing to the agenda of APEC in 2022.

Published : November 19, 2021

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The Embassy of the Republic of Korea held the event for the Korean War veterans and their families on 18th November in Chiang Mai, to express gratitude for their sacrifice for Koreans.

Around 50 people attended the event, including H.E. Mr. LEE Wook-Heon, Ambassador of the Republic of Korea, Colonel KIM Kyoung-Youl, Defense Attaché of the Embassy, the Korean War veterans and families living in Chiang Mai.

The Embassy prepared it under the title ‘Our hero, we never forget’, as the first face-to-face event for war veterans this year. By this event, the Embassy delivered scholarships for Veteran’s descendants, and ‘Happy Bag’, daily necessaries kit for Veterans, the elderly may have difficulties to buy goods and foods by themselves.

Our hero, we never forget Korean cultural event for the Korean War Veterans in Thailand

H.E. Mr. LEE, Colonel KIM, Mr. CHO Jae-il, the director of the Korean Cultural Center and other Embassy officers made Kimchi and cooked other Korean foods, such as Kimchijeon and Bulgogi, for veterans. H.E. Mr. Lee served food and Makgeolli(Korean rice wine) to veterans, and showed appreciation to them.

After the dinner, Korean Traditional Music was performed by Korean and Thai performers.

Captain Banjong, 92 years-old war veteran said, “Thank you not to forget me, even after many years, since I fought in the war in 1951.” He also said, “I like Korean food, and today my favorite food was Kimchi that the Ambassador made for me.”

Our hero, we never forget Korean cultural event for the Korean War Veterans in Thailand

H.E. Mr. LEE said, “I do really appreciate the Korean War Veterans in Thailand, who came to help Korean as the first army from Asia. I hope all attended veterans and families stay healthy.”

During the Korean War, Thailand would send 6,326 soldiers. Thai forces suffered 136 dead, 1,139 wounded and 5 missing. Still, 179 Korean War Veterans alive in Thailand as of last year.

Our hero, we never forget Korean cultural event for the Korean War Veterans in Thailand

Published : November 19, 2021

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In response to more glitches in the MorProm application, the Public Health Ministry on Thursday instructed vaccination units like Thai Ruamjai, Chulabhorn Royal Academy and the Social Security Office to ensure all records are up-to-date.

Public health permanent secretary Kiatiphum Wongrajit said many people have encountered problems accessing their vaccination dates or records via the app.

He suggested that people first check to see if their personal information and vaccination records are visible on the MorProm or official Line account. If the information is missing, then they should contact their jab provider, he said.

Kiatiphum added that the ministry will soon set up call centres in every province to help people update or correct their data. Bangkokians, meanwhile, can contact the vaccination unit at Bang Sue Grand Station or Bangkok Metropolitan Administration units.

He explained that some information was missing because some vaccination units were operating outside the system and updated the information later. Also, he said, some units are required to have the information verified by persons in charge first.

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Published : November 19, 2021

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Ministry of Public Health reported on Friday (November 19) morning that in the past 24 hours there are 6,855 new patients who tested positive for Covid-19, 224 of whom have been found in prisons.

Death toll increased by 51, while 7,655 patients were cured and allowed to leave hospitals.

Cumulative cases in the country are at 2,051,080 with 20,305 total deaths.
 

Published : November 19, 2021

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The Thailand Meteorological Department said on Friday (November 19) that the weak high-pressure system covers upper Thailand and the South China Sea while the easterly wind prevails over the lower Northeast, the East and the Central. Cool weather with morning fog is forecast in the North and the Northeast. Isolated rains are possible in the lower Northeast, the East and the Central. All transports should proceed with caution in foggy areas.

The weak northeast monsoon prevails across the Gulf of Thailand and the South while the low-pressure cell covers the lower South. Isolated heavy rains are likely in the South. People in these areas should beware of the severe condition.

The weather forecast for the next 24 hours is as follows:

North: Cool weather and fog in the morning with isolated light rains; temperature lows of 21-23 degrees and highs of 32-35 degrees Celsius. Temperature on hilltops is likely to drop to 10-16 degrees Celsius.

Northeast: Cool weather and fog in the morning with isolated light rains; temperature lows of 22-23 degrees and highs of 31-33 degrees Celsius. Temperature on hilltops is likely to drop to 13-17 degrees Celsius.

Central: Thundershowers in 10 per cent of the areas; temperature lows of 23-26 degrees, highs of 32-35 degrees Celsius.

East: Mostly cloudy with thundershowers in 20 per cent of the areas; temperature lows of 24-26 degrees, highs of 32-34 degrees Celsius; waves a meter high and 1-2 meters offshore.

South (east coast): Thundershowers in 70 per cent of the areas with isolated heavy rains; temperature lows of 23-25 degrees, highs of 29-32 degrees Celsius; waves a meter high and 1-2 meters during thundershowers.

South (west coast): Thundershowers in 70 per cent of the areas with isolated heavy rains; temperature lows of 22-24 degrees, highs of 28-31 degrees Celsius; waves a meter high and 1-2 meters offshore.

Bangkok and surrounding areas: Mostly cloudy with isolated light rains; temperature lows of 25-27 degrees, highs of 32-34 degrees Celsius.

Source: Thailand Meteorological Department

Published : November 19, 2021

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Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Don Pramudwinai revealed on Thursday that he had travelled to Naypyidaw, Myanmar, on Sunday with humanitarian supplies for the neighbouring country and to hold talks with Senior General Min Aung Hlaing, Myanmar’s current leader and commander-in-chief of the armed forces.

Don said the current situation in Myanmar is an important matter for meetings and discussions with international agencies in many countries.

It is also a humanitarian issue for Myanmar, with 17 tonnes of relief items being delivered to that country, he said.

“The Thai private sector is concerned about the situation in the neighbouring country and has collected essential items and sent them to Myanmar,” Don said.

The deputy PM added that he discussed important issues with Min Aung Hlaing, with the talks being “constructive” and receiving a “good response” from the senior general.

Published : November 18, 2021

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Some 38 prisons across the country have reopened for family visits since November 12 and eight more will reopen by the end of November, Justice Minister Somsak Thepsutin said on Thursday.

The remaining 97 will gradually open from December 1 while waiting to totally eliminate Covid-19 outbreaks, and in the process improve their ventilation systems and upgrade visitor rooms to meet the latest health standards.

Those wishing to visit inmates need to register in advance online or by telephone.

They will be allowed visits of no more than 1 hour at a time, depending on the management capabilities of each prison.

Published : November 18, 2021

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The Department of Land Transport will introduce a system from December 1 to cut points from licences of drivers who violate traffic rules and laws, Chirut Wisanchit, director-general of the department under the Transport Ministry, said on Thursday.

The cuts will be based on the severity of the offence and be divided into three groups – 10, 20, and 30 points. A driver’s licence will have 100 points.

A motorist whose licence score is cut to zero points will be suspended from driving for 90 days. If the licence is suspended more than two times in three years, the driver will face a 180-day ban from taking the wheel.

If for example a driver commits the serious offence of transporting narcotics, or driving without regard for the safety or others, or is involved in causing a serious accident, his/her license will be suspended immediately and the points cut down to zero.

Those whose scores have been cut can choose to attend training and take a test.

A 2-hour training course will help the driver gain 50 points back, while a 4-hour training course will see the driver receive a full 100 points back.

Published : November 18, 2021

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The Royal Household Bureau has revealed a mock-up of King Rama IX Memorial Park, or Nang Loeng Public Park, under the royal initiative of His Majesty King Rama X and Her Majesty the Queen. The 279-rai public park in the heart of Bangkok is expected to be completed in 2024.

It will be a source of learning about royal initiatives by His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej the Great and Her Majesty Queen Sirikit the Queen Mother through the knowledge of forests and natural water systems.

The memorial park will also feature a royal monument of King Rama IX, with design elements such as a pond and a bridge in the shape of the Thai number 9.

279-rai King Rama IX Memorial Park will have a sustainable ecosystem, learning centres, activity areas and more279-rai King Rama IX Memorial Park will have a sustainable ecosystem, learning centres, activity areas and moreThe park reflects the principles of sustainable water management and natural forest with more than 4,500 trees to create a sustainable ecosystem. It will also have exercise equipment, activity areas and various facilities as well as learning centres.

279-rai King Rama IX Memorial Park will have a sustainable ecosystem, learning centres, activity areas and more279-rai King Rama IX Memorial Park will have a sustainable ecosystem, learning centres, activity areas and moreA part of the park has been designed to help collect water during Bangkok’s flood crisis.

The park was originally a former racecourse.

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279-rai King Rama IX Memorial Park will have a sustainable ecosystem, learning centres, activity areas and more279-rai King Rama IX Memorial Park will have a sustainable ecosystem, learning centres, activity areas and more279-rai King Rama IX Memorial Park will have a sustainable ecosystem, learning centres, activity areas and more

Published : November 18, 2021

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If you’re a foreigner planning to visit Thailand, you are required to prepare these documents before you apply for entry and on arrival:

• A flight booking document.
• A certificate of vaccination (fully vaccinated) with an approved vaccine at least 14 days before you travel.
• Those previously infected within three months must have received one dose of an approved vaccine at least 14 days before travel.
• A medical certificate with a RT-PCR lab result indicating that Covid-19 is not detected. The certificate must be issued no more than 72 hours before you travel.
• Confirmed payment/booking for SHA+ hotel/accommodation.
• Covid-19 travel insurance with coverage of not less than US$50,000.
• A Certificate of Entry (COE) or Thailand Pass.
• Thailand Plus Application on your mobile phone.
• A T8 health form.

A list of SHA, SHA+ or SHA Extra+ hotels and establishments across Thailand can be found here:

The Amazing Thailand Safety & Health Administration, or SHA, is a safety symbol for the tourism sector assessed according to strict Public Health Ministry standards.

SHA is a sign that the establishment complies with certain health conditions, such as having a temperature checkpoint at the entrance, ensuring customers or guests maintain all-important social distancing and wear masks, undertaking regular cleaning, providing alcohol hand-washing gel, etc.

The SHA+ sign proves that establishments are Covid-free while more than 70 per cent of their staff have been vaccinated.

As for SHA Extra+ hotels or accommodations, the symbol means that the establishment has paired up with a hospital to offer medical treatment in case of any virus infections.

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Published : November 18, 2021

By : THE NATION