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Khao Takiab: Thailand’s hottest condo spot
Khao Takiab in Hua Hin is soaring in popularity among condo buyers, emerging as one of Thailand’s most coveted locations, according to a recent report by Knight Frank. This vibrant seaside area has quickly become a top choice for local and international buyers.
Knight Knox’s latest insights reveal four prime spots for riverside and seaside condos in Thailand: Charoen Krung in Bangkok, Hua Hin, Pattaya, and Phuket. Among these, Khao Takiab stands out as a premier destination. Continued …
Stamford U., Rescue P.A.W.S. Address Hua Hin soi dog problem
Hua Hin faces a persistent challenge with its stray dog population, an issue that impacts both animal welfare and public health.
Addressing this complex problem requires a comprehensive approach, and Rescue P.A.W.S., a not-for-profit animal welfare organization based in Thailand, has been at the forefront of these efforts since 2013. Recently, a group of compassionate students from Stamford University took significant steps to support this cause, highlighting the critical work of Rescue P.A.W.S. and contributing directly to the welfare of stray dogs. Continued …
Robo-surgery coming to more public hospitals
Robot-assisted surgery will be introduced to more public hospitals following a successful trial at Rajavithi Hospital, in a bid to improve the quality of medical services across the country, according to the Department of Medical Services.
Rajavithi Hospital began offering robotic surgery in 2020, as part of a project initiated by the Ministry of Public Health, said Dr. Amporn Benjapolpitak, the head of the department. Continued …
What you need to know about the rising cases of medical treatment mishaps
Recent studies show a worrying trend: cases of harm from medical treatment mishaps have significantly increased globally over the past 30 years.
According to a study published in BMJ Quality & Safety, incidents of patient harm rose from 11 million in 1990 to 18 million in 2019. This 59% increase surpasses the 45% growth in the global population during the same period. Continued …
Bangkok to Beijing train trip gets closer as trial run starts
Train travel between Bangkok and Beijing is inching closer as Thailand prepares to expand its rail network.
Thailand will run a trial service between Bangkok and Laos’ capital of Vientiane between July 13 and 14, according to the State Railway of Thailand (SRT). When up and running, the new link will improve transport between the two countries and China, Ekarat Sriarayanphong, an official at the railway agency, said. Continued …
Heartbreaking reports from Chatuchak Market fire that killed hundreds of animals
“It’s heartbreaking. I never thought that we would see not only people as victims, but this time it’s the adorable pets. I don’t even want to look at the dogs that died because they were trapped in cages and couldn’t escape,” said Chadchart Sittipunt, Bangkok governor, after inspecting the damage at Chatuchak Weekend Market, which caught fire before dawn on Tuesday.
Thailand’s worst fire for pets occurred at 4:30 am on June 11. Most pet shop owners were away and unable to save their animals in time. All 118 units at the Sri Samrat Market, a center for pets and ornamental fish in Chatuchak, completely burned down. Continued …
Animal lovers demand permanent closure of Chatuchak pet market
On Tuesday morning, Thailand woke up to shocking news: Thailand’s biggest pet market at Chatuchak in Bangkok was on fire.
Fire broke out at the Pet Zone of Chatuchak market around 4 am and raged for over 30 minutes. This was long enough to gut over 100 shops and claim the lives of roughly 1,000 animals – dogs, cats, birds, pythons, even rats. Continued …
Hundreds of Betta Fish Survive From Fire at Chatuchak Pet Market
There are some lucky pets that survived Thailand’s worst fire for pets, including Siamese Fighting Fish or Betta fish, said a police officer.
Police Lt, Gen, Trirong Phiewphan, commander of the Central Institute of Forensic Science, along with a team of forensic officers, visited the scene of the fire at the Srisomrat Market project in the Chatuchak area yesterday. Continued …
Price controls kept on 51 items
The government has retained price controls on 51 products and services for another year in a bid to ease the cost of living.
The decision to maintain the list for 51 items under 11 categories as per the Price of Goods and Services Act of 1999 was made at a meeting chaired by Commerce Minister Phumtham Wechayachai on Tuesday. Continued …
World Bank cuts GDP growth forecast for Thailand to 2.4%
The World Bank has revised down Thailand’s GDP growth forecast for this year to 2.4%, down from the previous projection of 2.8% in April.
The East Asia and Pacific (EAP) economies are expected to grow by 4.8% this year due to improved global trade, boosting industrial activities and exports. This growth is helping to counter the slowdown in China, with export-dependent countries like Thailand and Vietnam benefiting the most. Continued …
Closure of Thai Car Plants Sparks Investor Concerns
In a significant shake-up for Thailand’s automotive sector, the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) has sounded the alarm over the planned closures of Suzuki and Subaru production facilities.
The FTI warns that these closures could erode investor confidence, casting a shadow over the country’s future in car manufacturing. Continued …
Ministry lays out five-point plan to strengthen Thai SMEs
The Industry Ministry has laid out a five-point strategy to support Thailand’s small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in adjusting to global industrial trends in the new era that focuses on using clean energy and having high-skilled labor.
Speaking at a seminar titled “Smart SME 2024 “Empowering The Next Wave” on Wednesday, Industry Minister Pimphattra Wichaikul underscored the importance of promoting Thai SMEs to be a part of the supply chain for target industries, including high-tech manufacturing and electric vehicles, which are a central policy of the government. Continued …
TikTok in government tie-up to boost SME sales
The e-commerce platform TikTok Shop on Wednesday signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Department of Business Development to drive contributions from small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to 40% of GDP by 2027, rising from 35%.
“We see the potential of TikTok users in Thailand, with 43 million users and the majority spending time on the platform,” said Napintorn Srisunpang, deputy commerce minister. Continued …
HSBC signs deal with BOI to promote Thailand as investment hub
Although Thailand’s economy is not currently among the star performers in Southeast Asia, it continues to be a bright spot for foreign investors and international companies seeking to expand and establish regional offices, according to HSBC Thailand’s top executive.
CEO Giorgio Gamba’s remarks came on Wednesday shortly after he signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Thailand’s Board of Investment (BOI) to promote the kingdom as Southeast Asia’s investment hub and assist in capturing foreign direct investment (FDI) opportunities. Continued …
Dinkle Group selects 304 Industrial Park for limitless utility support
Ken Chen, CEO of Dinkle Group has emphasized Thailand’s industrial prowess and robust logistics infrastructure, factors that attracted Dinkle Group to invest in setting up Dinkle Industry (Thailand) Co., within 304 Industrial Park in Prachinburi province. The park’s capacity for limitless utility support, especially in water and electricity, aligns perfectly with Dinkle Group’s manufacturing needs.
Dinkle Group, is known for its terminal block manufacturing and high-quality industrial products and solutions. With logistics hubs spanning across China, Taiwan, the United States, and Italy, the company strategically chose Thailand as the location for its subsidiary, Dinkle Industry (Thailand), housed within 304 Industrial Park. Continued …
Pepsi boasts of rising Thai farm productivity
Pepsi-Cola (Thai) Trading Co. (PepsiCo), the producer and distributor of Lay’s potato chips, continues to improve agricultural productivity for its 5,800 contract farmers, aiming to increase revenue by 15% for 35% of those farmers by 2030.
Sudipto Mozumdar, general manager of Indochina Foods and chief commercial officer for Asia-Pacific, said climate change and rising fertilizer prices driven by inflation posed a significant threat to farmers. Continued …
How Chinese consumers hit a sweet spot with durian
Durians, once considered a niche fruit due to its high price and limited availability, is gradually making its way into the mainstream market in China, due to the rising purchasing power of consumers and increasing affordability of the tropical fruit.
Recognizing the immense potential of the Chinese market, Southeast Asian nations are actively scaling up durian production to meet soaring demand from China. Moreover, the China-Laos railway has improved transportation efficiency, allowing for faster and more cost-effective delivery, analysts said. Continued …
PM backs ‘secondary’ ideas for tourism industry
Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin is backing the idea of turning Lamphun into a city of museums and lifting efforts to make Nan a UNESCO world heritage site as part of efforts to boost the kingdom’s tourism industry.
Srettha raised such matters during a cabinet meeting on Tuesday after he visited several provinces and noticed their hidden potential. For example, he found that the younger generation in Lamphun had an idea to turn the northern province’s capital into a city of museums, which should be considered. Continued …
Thai hotels hit by collapse of German firm
The collapse of the third-largest tour operator in Europe has started to affect thousands of tourists and hundreds of hotels in Thailand, leading to losses of 111 million baht.
Germany-based FTI Group filed for insolvency in the Munich regional court earlier this month, affecting a number of holidaymakers in Thailand this week as they are scheduled to check out. Continued …
Traffic police crack down on dangerous tourist habits on Koh Larn
Pattaya police have launched a rapid response team on Koh Larn to boost safety and raise public awareness. This initiative focuses on the hazards posed by motorcycle rentals and golf cart use among tourists, aiming to prevent accidents and ensure traffic regulations are followed.
Traffic police officers have taken a stringent approach with motorcycle rental businesses, stressing the necessity of verifying renters’ driving licenses and enforcing helmet use. Hotels have been explicitly warned against renting out golf carts to tourists. These vehicles are strictly for hotel transport services, meant solely for picking up and dropping off guests. Continued …
Nakhon Phanom gears up for annual worship ritual
From July 7-13, the northeastern town of Nakhon Phanom will host an annual worship ritual to pay homage to Phaya Si Sattanakharat Monument, which sits at the Mekong river bank.
Visitors can participate in a procession of offerings and local performers to ask a revered seven-headed naga statue for success, prosperity and protection. In addition, there will be a khon performance and other cultural performances to highlight the life of nine ethnic groups, an OTOP fair and a walking street around the clock tower. Continued …
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Hua Hin-Chiang Mai flight schedule May 3-Aug 31
FD901: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Sunday
Chiang Mai – Hua Hin
10:20 – 11:50
Hua Hin – Chiang Mai
12:20 – 13:35
FD900: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
Chiang Mai – Hua Hin
09:00 – 10:30
Hua Hin – Chiang Mai
11:00 – 12:15
Hua Hin train schedule
Van/minibus service at Market Village
Vans and minibuses provide services to the following destinations:
- Hua Hin – Mo Chit (089-919-8055) starts service at 03:50
- Hua Hin – Kanchanaburi (085-822-6063)
- Hua Hin – New southern line service starts at 5:40
- Hua Hin – Rangsit (090-138-0427) service starts at 05:40
- Hua Hin – Nakhon Pathom (088-709-2364)
The last service departs at 6pm. Departures every 25 – 40 minutes. For inquiries or reservations, call 089-9198055,090-1380427.
Emergency hotline numbers:
- Emergency hotline – 191
- Emergency medical services – 1554
- Water accident – 1196
- Motorway hotline – 1586
- Emergency medical – 1669
- Highway police – 1193
- Tourist police – 1155
- Bus ticket – 1490
- Department of Highways – 1586
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