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#Thailand🇹🇭 anti-government protesters remain defiant, determined to dismantle 2nd row of security barricade by continuing to cut barbed wires & throw smoke bombs at police line #ม็อบ18กรกฎา
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#Thailand🇹🇭 anti-government protesters remain defiant, determined to dismantle 2nd row of security barricade by continuing to cut barbed wires & throw smoke bombs at police line #ม็อบ18กรกฎา
#whatishappeninginthailand

#Thailand🇹🇭: Thai police using water on anti-government protesters remain defiant, determined to dismantle 2nd row of security barricade by continuing to cut barbed wires & throw smoke bombs at police line #ม็อบ18กรกฎา
#whatishappeninginthailand

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#Thailand #protesters already gathered infront of parliament house where MPs & senators are debating on whether to amend #constitution. They'll likely be able to start taking a vote at about 6pm #Bangkok time. This is continuation of reform demands #ไปสภาไล่ขี้ข้าศักดินา
#Thailand protesters say they want to continue momentum to demand for change & to support the activists who have been vocal in asking for new #constitution, reforms to #monarchy & change in government. MPs, senators will vote on 6 motions #แก้รัฐธรรมนูญ #ไปสภาไล่ขี้ข้าศักดินา
#Thailand MPs, senators to vote on 6 motions on whether they agree to amend #constitution. A least 1/3 (84) senators have to agree before motion can be passed. Senators are appointed & usually vote as a bloc. Constitution now has provided for their existence #แก้รัฐธรรมนูญ
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#Thailand protesters & police alike ready for round 2 on 2nd day of protest at Sanam Luang, infront of Thai #grandpalace. Many camped out in the field overnight as protesters kept speeches going on almost throughout the night. #19กันยาทวงอํานาจคืนราษฏร ImageImageImageImage
#Thailand #protest crowd certainly thinned out since last night where tens of thousands were gathered here on Sanam Luang, a royal park right infront of palace and beside #Thammasat University. Protest leader says #monarchy shouldn't be above politics #19กันยาทวงอํานาจคืนราษฏร ImageImageImageImage
#Thailand leading protest leaders stating their demands for reforms to #monarchy right infront of the #GrandPalace. These demands include getting rid of lèse majesté law, closing some of the royal offices/units & reducing budget of the palace. #19กันยาทวงอํานาจคืนราษฏร
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#Thailand's recently-appointed #Finance Minister Preedee Daochai, former co-president of Kaisikorn Bank & ex-chair Thai Bankers' Association has reportedly tendered his resignation. This less than a month into job as new cabinet just took official photo on Aug 13 ImageImageImageImage
Many were closely watching #Thailand's recently-appointed #Finance Minister #Predee as he was a veteran in the finance sector & hoping he might have been able to introduce new ideas to reboot economy. He was even slated to appear in an upcoming media forum to outline policies ImageImageImageImage
#Thailand government confirms resignation of #Finance Minister #Predee Daochai saying it's effective from tomorrow Sept 2. The official statement signed off by #PrimeMinister #Prayut. This position was not an easy one to begin with. Central bank has estimated -8.1% econ this year ImageImageImageImage
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In a wide-ranging speech for almost an hour, #Thailand #PM #Prayut sought to rally the citizens by calling on all to stop the infighting & conflicts or the nation will "go back to square 1" & end up regressing and not progressing. This will also affect policies to be implemented ImageImageImageImage
#Thailand #PM #Prayut was speaking at a local media event themed 'Thailand Rebounds'. He didn't refer specifically to the continuing protests against his administration but says all "shouldn't waste time" fighting as it'll also affect the confidence of the international community ImageImageImageImage
#Thailand #PM #Prayut also highlighted how the judicial system may be undermined because of the recent ruling where charges of a fatal hit-and-run accident in 2012 against Red Bull scion were dropped. He's focusing on this as he doesn't want confidence in government diminished ImageImageImageImage
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#CoronaVirusUpdate:
#Thailand #Coronvavirus #COVID19 #โควิค19
NEW CASES: 2
TOTAL CASES: 3,171
NEW DEATHS: 0
TOTAL DEATHS: 58
Both Thais who returned from #Qatar in #quarantine. 36th day that Thailand has not seen a local transmission. Today is also day #StateofEmergency expires ImageImageImageImage
But #Thailand likely to further extend period of #StateofEmergency as #PM #Prayut had repeatedly said before that the decree was necessary and had helped to manage/control the #Covid19 situation in country. Some citizens refute that arguing the government is trying to extend grip
@ASEANMP statement on likely extension of #StateofEmergency in #Thailand calling it "an excuse to prevent protests from starting and the student movement from resuming". Says "no reason anymore for government to justify emergency powers" as nation has #Covid19 under control Image
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#Thailand #PM @Prayut addresses nation since lifting almost all #COVID19 restrictions on Monday by saying he wants to draw on lessons learned from tackling the pandemic & change the way the government functions saying "crisis must help us re-shape our nation" & emerge stronger ImageImageImageImage
#Thailand #PM #Prayut observes how nation collaborated to combat #COVID19 & this same unity should continue to help build country. Acknowledges how he can tap on more capable individuals in society to help nation progress so Thailand can "take charge again of our own future" ImageImageImageImage
In a rare acknowledgement, #Thailand #PM #Prayut says "As we move forward with these new ways of working there may, of course, be some critical voices along the way". Says he'll reach out to those people, hear their views/suggestions & not let politics get in the way from hereon ImageImageImageImage
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#Thailand #PM #Prayut insisted internal changes/shake-up within ruling #PalangPracharat party will have no impact on a cabinet reshuffle. Insists any reshuffle & its timing will be based solely on his own decision. Recently 18 key execs quit, prompting cabinet change speculation ImageImageImageImage
1 of #Thailand's Deputy Prime Minister #Somkid had just commented about the internal squabbles of the ruling #PalangPracharat party on Monday as seen here bangkokpost.com/thailand/gener…
#Thailand #PM #Prayut briefly addressed the issue of allowing #foreign #tourists back into the country. He said that the nation will most likely target to allow those from #Covid19-free countries who have managed the virus well to re-enter again once #Bangkok re-opens its doors ImageImageImageImage
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#Thailand #PM @prayutofficial in televised speech insists he won't hasten to allow tourists back yet as nation needs to be absolutely sure in controlling virus 1st. Says must have balanced approach to tackling economic & health impact. Many have called for more easing of measures ImageImageImageImage
#Thailand #PM #Prayut says #Covid19 is not just a #health crisis but an #economic one as well. That's why he has met with many in various sectors to learn about their difficulties/needs. He calls on corporations to support particularly local #SMEs that have been hit hardest ImageImageImageImage
#Thailand #PM #Prayut singled out sectors like #farming #fishery #tourism & low-wage workers saying govt will listen to their suggestions help them improve their trade. He has asked authorities to exercise more efficiency in helping these groups while thanking all for cooperating ImageImageImageImage
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#Thailand #PM spokeswoman @DrNarumonP says Mr #Prayut is busy with other matters, hence unable to hold his regular presser today. Speaking on behalf of the #PM, insists extending the #StateofEmergency till end June is for the sole purpose of curbing #Covid19 & to not see 2nd wave ImageImage
@DrNarumonP adds the extension of the #StateofEmergency till end June (Will be 3 months since introduction) is based on #health officials' advisory & not because of #politics as some have accused the #Thai govt of continuing the decree to prolong its grip/control over the people Image
#Thailand #PM spokeswoman confirms government is setting up own panel to oversee the restructuring of #ThaiAirways. This will be headed by current #DPM #Wissanu including reps from #Transport #StockExchange #Finance. Govt had forced carrier to go under Bankruptcy Court Protection Image
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#Thailand #PM #Prayut addressed nation urging businesses to understand, stay calm, not insist on complete opening/restarting of operations. Government will consider relaxing #covid19 restrictions but will do so only gradually as premature moves will negate the positive results ImageImageImageImage
#Thailand #PM #Prayut confirms public holidays next month will NOT be cancelled but urges all to remember to adhere to #coronavirus measures like #PhysicalDistancing #curfew #alcohol ban & no large gatherings. He also acknowledges difficulties faced by some & assures help ImageImageImageImage
#Thailand #PM #Prayut says #StateofEmergency nightly curfew from 10pm to 4am will be extended to end May. State of Emergency was supposed to expire April 30. Curfew was effective as part of #COVID19 restrictions from April 3. ImageImage
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#Thailand #PM @prayutofficial in opening remarks at 1st virtual #ASEAN leaders' summit urged 10 nations to prevent region from becoming an epicentre for #COVID19 #coronavirus #โควิค19. Said region needs cooperation to flatten curve, not let virus overtake healthcare capabilities ImageImageImageImage
#Thailand #PM @prayutofficial at virtual #ASEAN leaders' summit cited how #COVID19 #coronavirus #โควิค19 has greatly impacted lives of regional citizens & the economies. Called on 10 members to work together to help revive the economy. Also updated the bloc on #Thai measures ImageImageImageImage
#Thailand #PM @prayutofficial spokeswoman said the PM at #ASEAN summit proposed 5 ideas like an ASEAN & ASEAN+3 of #China #Japan #SouthKorea "Response Fund" to combat #COVID19 #coronavirus #โควิค19 by reprioritizing 10% of existing funds between 2 groups of nations ImageImageImageImage
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#Thailand #PM #Prayut Chan-o-cha addressing the nation now on #COVID19 #coronavirus measures as nation sees 104 new cases today, pushing the total number up to 1,875 with 15 deaths. ImageImageImageImage
#Thailand #PM #Prayut has announced a #nationwide #curfew from 10pm to 4am BKK time. This in addition to all the other #COVID19 #coronavirus preventive measures already in existence in country like closures of #pubs #clubs #spas #schools #sportingstadiums #malls #parks ImageImageImageImage
#Thailand #PM #Prayut again calls for calm despite additional #COVID19 #coronavirus rules to #lockdown nation from 10pm-4am. Assures access to necessities like food, medicine will not be curbed. Also calls on #Thai citizens still overseas to remain abroad till after April 15 ImageImageImageImage
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#Thailand #Finance Minister quarantines himself for 14 days after he found out that 1 of his security personnel was tested positive for #COVID19 #coronavirus#โควิด19 #โคโรน่าไวรัส #ไวรัสโคโรน่า #ไวรัสโคโรน่าสายพันธุ์ใหม่2019 The minister is said to now be working from home.
#Thailand #Finance Minister posted on his #FB to update on his interaction with the #security personnel tested positive with #COVID19 #CoronaVirus #โคโรน่าไวรัส #ไวรัสโคโรน่า saying he didn't come into close contact with that individual & his test results will be out in 48 hours ImageImage
#Thailand #Finance Minister #UttamaSavanayana (in dark green jacket on right of #PM) was seen with the #PrimeMinister & other ministers on Tuesday. He was at the news conference with the #PM. He was also at a cabinet meeting with #PM #Prayut Chan-o-cha on that same day ImageImageImageImage
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#Thailand government #FB shows #PM #Prayut Chan-o-cha & his cabinet ministers practicing social distancing during #COVID19 #coronavirus #โควิด19 #ไวรัสโคโรน่าสายพันธุ์ใหม่2019 sitting 1 metre apart from each other and wearing masks during their regular weekly meeting. (Govt pics) ImageImageImageImage
#Thailand #PM #Prayut speaking to media now after cabinet meeting to discuss plans to tackle #COVID19 #coronavirus #โควิด19 #ไวรัสโคโรน่าสายพันธุ์ใหม่2019 in country like closing education institutions, large entertainment venues. Shows speaking with mask takes getting used to ImageImageImageImage
#Thailand #PM #Prayut flanked by a few of his #DPMs & his cabinet ministers including that of #Health #Transport & #Finance. Country is not just facing negative #COVID19 #coronavirus impact. Also dealing with #AirPollution #drought ImageImageImageImage
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#Thailand #PM #Prayut Chan-o-cha issued statement appearing to reassure citizens government is staying ontop of #COVID19 #coronavirus #โควิด19 #โคโรน่าไวรัส #ไวรัสโคโรน่า in country. Says govt is working hard, urging people to exercise understanding & not be so quick to criticise ImageImageImage
#Thailand #Prayut adds the country faces other issues like #economic downturn #drought #unemployment. But says administration needs cooperation from all sectors to overcome challenges. Explained nation is dealing with #COVID19 #ไวรัสโคโรน่าสายพันธุ์ใหม่2019 to meet own needs
#Thailand #PM #Prayut calls on all #Thais to not panic, exercise social responsibility/personal hygiene. Says government & people will get through this #COVID19 #coronavirus #pandemic together if all stay united #โควิด19 #โคโรน่าไวรัส #ไวรัสโคโรน่า #ไวรัสโคโรน่าสายพันธุ์ใหม่2019
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In a bizarre twist, newly-dissolved #Thailand #opposition party #FutureForward @FWPthailand has accused #PM #Prayut of working with ex-#Malaysia #PM #Najib to suppress the truth/information on allegations of #corruption regarding #1MDB. Mr Najib is currently facing trial for that
Now-dissolved #Thailand #opposition #FutureForward @FWPthailand also accused #Thai #PM #Prayut & his government of allowing #fugitive #Malaysian financier #JhoLow, linked to #1MDB scandal to travel in & out of Thailand freely while he was wanted by #interpol between 2016 & 2018 ImageImageImageImage
This comes 1 day before #Thailand #parliament is set to start #censure debate targeting 6 ministers including #PM #Prayut. But @FWPthailand executives including @Pannika_FWP who spoke at event accusing #Thai PM of suppressing info to apparently help #Malaysia's #Najib cannot join ImageImageImageImage
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A #Westerdam cruise ship with more than 2,000 people may not dock in #Thailand #LaemChabang on Feb 13 after all given how #Thai #DPM #AnutinCharnvirakul has just posted a rejection on his FB saying docking not allowed.Ship has been turned away by many due to fear of #coronavirus Image
Given how #Thailand #DPM #Anutin announced how #Westerdam cruise ship will not be allowed to dock in country, many onboard expressing worry/confusion on what final decision is. The ship, turned away by many like #Japan #Philippines was to dock on Feb 13 #LaemChabang #coronavirus ImageImageImageImage
#Thailand #Health Ministry just confirmed at presser the #Westerdam cruise ship CANNOT dock in country #LaemChabang. Government maintains it received request but never granted permission in the 1st place to allow ship to dock as other ports had already rejected ship #coronavirus ImageImageImageImage
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#Thailand #PM #Prayut @prayutofficial posted on his FB calling on all to learn from this #Korat incident and move on with the healing process as one society. #KoratShootingRampage #กราดยิงโคราช #savekorat #NakhonRatchasima Image
This #Korat #KoratShootingRampage #กราดยิงโคราช comes at a very unfortunate time especially when #Thailand is also dealing with a rising number of #coronavirus #ไวรัสโคโรน่า #ไวรัสโคโรน่าสายพันธุ์ใหม่2019cases. Number stands at 32 cases with 10 already discharged
#Thailand #PM #Prayut Chan-o-cha speaking from #Korat after visiting victims/families of #koratshooting #กราดยิงโคราช. Military also briefed him on the situation and operations carried out to take down gunman inside #Terminal21korat ImageImageImageImage
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#Myanmar has so far not reported any cases of #coronarvirus but it has stepped up its health screening at airports & asking arriving passengers to declare health status (Pics not mine. From FB). #SoutheastAsian nations like #Thailand #Singapore #Vietnam already reporting cases ImageImageImageImage
So far, #Thailand has reported 8 known #coronarvirus cases. 5 have already been treated & discharged. #Thai #health ministry has put out educational materials to inform/warn people. But some citizens feel government not doing enough/slow to respond to this fast-moving situation ImageImageImageImage
#Malaysia has temporarily suspended issuing visas to some #China visitors due to #coronarvirus. Will #Thailand consider the same move? #ไวรัสโคโรน่า #ไวรัสอู่ฮั่น It's believed #Bangkok doesn't see the need at this stage. Nation saw almost 11 million #Chinese visitors last year. ImageImageImageImage
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