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Thailand on Sunday (2 Jan) reported 3,112 new COVID-19 cases, 12 deaths, 2,921 recoveries.
Sunday’s cases bring the total number of COVID-19 infections in Thailand to 2,229,558 with 21,720 deaths.
On Saturday, the Center for COVID-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) said response teams have been set up to confront any outbreak that may occur going into the new year, while authorities remain adamant about not reimposing sweeping lockdowns.
Gen Supot Malaniyom, secretary-general of the National Security Council (NSC), said the government is concerned for the wellbeing of all groups of people, especially during this New Year period when there will be activities that present risks for spreading COVID-19.
Gen Supot, who is also head of operations at the Center for COVID-19 Situation Administration (CCSA), said everyone will be able to pull through the crisis if they observe measures issued by the Ministry of Public Health.
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CCSA Forms Response Teams to Confront COVID Outbreaks in the New Year
BANGKOK (NNT) - Risks of COVID-19 spreading due to travel activities and celebrations during the New Year period have been acknowledged by government and public agencies. Response teams have been prepared by the Center for COVID-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) to confront any outbreak that may occur going into the new year, while authorities remain adamant about not reimposing sweeping lockdowns.
Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1245226-ccsa-forms-response-teams-to-confront-covid-outbreaks-in-the-new-year/
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BANGKOK (NNT) - Risks of COVID-19 spreading due to travel activities and celebrations during the New Year period have been acknowledged by government and public agencies. Response teams have been prepared by the Center for COVID-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) to confront any outbreak that may occur going into the new year, while authorities remain adamant about not reimposing sweeping lockdowns.
Gen Supot Malaniyom, secretary-general of the National Security Council (NSC), said the government is concerned for the wellbeing of all groups of people, especially during this New Year period when there will be activities that present risks for spreading COVID-19.
Gen Supot, who is also head of operations at the Center for COVID-19 Situation Administration (CCSA), said everyone will be able to pull through the crisis if they observe measures issued by the Ministry of Public Health.
The CCSA’s operations center has meanwhile prepared response teams in the event of outbreaks and will be able to carry out treatment as well as disease control protocols. The CCSA will also convene in the first week of January to follow up on the situation.
Gen. Supot said employers are being asked to implement the Work From Home model for workers who return from trips to their hometowns or holiday destinations. State agencies will meanwhile implement a 7-day work from home period.
The NSC chief added that measures outside of lockdowns will be implemented after the New Year’s period if the number of infections rises.
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Commerce Ministry Campaign Offers Steep Discounts on Household Staples
BANGKOK (NNT) - State agencies have been unveiling their New Year’s gifts for the Thai people, with the Ministry of Commerce providing discounts of as much as 86% on products and services at some 32,000 stores and malls nationwide through its sales campaign. The campaign will conclude on January 31, 2022.
Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1245225-commerce-ministry-campaign-offers-steep-discounts-on-household-staples/
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BANGKOK (NNT) - State agencies have been unveiling their New Year’s gifts for the Thai people, with the Ministry of Commerce providing discounts of as much as 86% on products and services at some 32,000 stores and malls nationwide through its sales campaign. The campaign will conclude on January 31, 2022.
Wattanasak Sur-iam, director-general of the Department of Internal Trade, inspected the sale of goods under the “New Year Grand Sale 2022” campaign at Bang Bon Supercenter in Bangkok’s Bang Bon district to ensure that activities fall in line with the requirements of the campaign. Meanwhile, patrol teams from the Department of Internal Trade are being deployed nationwide to ensure that sellers clearly display prices of items, and to prevent opportunistic price hikes.
Many products at Bang Bon Supercenter are on discount in accordance with the campaign. Most were household staples such as rice, vegetable oil, shower cream, laundry detergent and fabric softener. Some items are being sold at as much as 71% off, while others come with a “buy one, get one” free promotion.
The director-general also urged consumers to check the prices of hampers during this New Year’s period, when many people need to purchase gift baskets to present to acquaintances and loved ones. Each basket must display a list of all items included and the expiration dates for all items must be at least 6 months away.
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BoT Reports 0.9% Economic Growth for December
BANGKOK (NNT) - The Bank of Thailand (BOT) has reported a 0.9 percent growth for the Thai economy in December, but said it was concerned that the Omicron coronavirus variant might slow activity for the first quarter of this year.
Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1245224-bot-reports-09-economic-growth-for-december/
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BANGKOK (NNT) - The Bank of Thailand (BOT) has reported a 0.9 percent growth for the Thai economy in December, but said it was concerned that the Omicron coronavirus variant might slow activity for the first quarter of this year.
According to Chayawadee Chai-Anant, senior director of BOT’s Corporate Communications Department, the central bank believes the economy will improve if Thailand continues opening up to foreign tourists. A rise in the Business Sentiment Index has prompted the private sector to invest more in machinery, equipment and infrastructure. Meanwhile, the labor market has also seen recovery based on improved economic activity.
The senior director nevertheless advises that people keep a careful eye on the COVID-19 situation, as it may continue to disrupt the supply chain and keep fuel prices high. Food prices have risen temporarily due to floods while energy prices remain high amid surging world oil prices.
Chayawadee also urged the government to issue new stimulus measures, adding that overall consumer confidence and improving household incomes have helped revitalize the economy.
The BOT has reduced its GDP growth projection to 3.4 percent from 3.9 percent due to a drop in people’s purchasing power and business concerns over possible restrictions to prevent the spread of the Omicron variant. The Central bank said Thailand is different since its economy has not recovered as quickly as that of other industrialized nations. As a result, the Monetary Policy Committee will prioritize economic stability before raising interest rates.
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Provinces Implement COVID Prevention Measures to Accommodate New Year Travelers
Chonburi (NNT) - Many provincial authorities have indicated their readiness to take charge of handling travel and tourism activities during the New Year’s holidays. Antigen test kits (ATKs) for COVID-19 testing are being used to proactively detect infections among travelers in Songkhla, Chiang Rai, and elsewhere.
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Chonburi (NNT) - Many provincial authorities have indicated their readiness to take charge of handling travel and tourism activities during the New Year’s holidays. Antigen test kits (ATKs) for COVID-19 testing are being used to proactively detect infections among travelers in Songkhla, Chiang Rai, and elsewhere.
Chonburi Vice Governor Naris Niramaiwong inaugurated the launch of a service station for water transportation users during the New Year period at Sriracha-Sichang pier in Chonburi province.
The service station was established to increase safety for those crossing between the mainland and Sichang Island, one of Chonburi’s most popular tourist destinations. Staff at the station have been told to ensure that people at the pier keep their masks on at all times, and to provide alcohol gel so they can clean their hands before boarding the vessels. Passengers are required to wear life vests while crews are prohibited from drinking alcohol.
Operations at the pier at onboard vessels must be in keeping with measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Hat Yai Municipality in Songkhla is meanwhile providing a free testing service to the public. Those who test negative will be issued a certificate that can be presented during their travels or when attending events. The number of coronavirus infections in Songkhla has so far been on the decline.
In Chiang Rai, provincial governor Pasakorn Boonyalak and officials from relevant agencies have inspected Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 2 in the province’s capital district to ensure that personnel are ready to implement Covid prevention measures as they accommodate an expected influx of bus passengers traveling into Chiang Rai. The group also inspected a vaccination site set up at the bus terminal.
The governor said the 11 Blue Zone districts have established ATK test points for the general public, with people having the option to take kits home to test later.
Additional vaccination sites have been set up at the bus terminal and Rong Khun Temple, also in Mueang Chiang Rai district, to administer 1st, 2nd, and 3rd COVID vaccine doses to the general public.
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House Speaker Addresses Lack of Quorum
BANGKOK (NNT) - With recent parliamentary sessions delayed over a lack of quorum, the House Speaker is asking members of parliament (MPs) to uphold their end of the bargain by attending legislative sessions next year. More hours could be added to the sessions to allow more motions to be processed.
Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1245222-house-speaker-addresses-lack-of-quorum/
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BANGKOK (NNT) - With recent parliamentary sessions delayed over a lack of quorum, the House Speaker is asking members of parliament (MPs) to uphold their end of the bargain by attending legislative sessions next year. More hours could be added to the sessions to allow more motions to be processed.
House Speaker Chuan Leekpai acknowledged that the absence of a quorum paints the image of Parliament in a negative light.
The insufficient quorum mostly occurs in the evening when some MPs have to leave the main assembly to attend other meetings.
The speaker also reiterated that it is the duty of all sides, especially the coalition that holds the most seats, to meet the quorum for each session. He also said they must attend legislative sessions to pass laws, in addition to their duties as representatives of their constituencies.
House Speaker Chuan is set to discuss the matter with leaders of the opposition, with new measures such as additional meeting hours to be introduced in order to give Parliament more time to deliberate motions and bills.
Opposition leader Dr. Chonlanan Srikaew meanwhile said the issue had already been discussed between the speaker and the opposition whip, with opposition parties pledging to keep the administration in check.
He added that the opposition is willing to support the work of all parliamentary committees, while urging coalition MPs to show due diligence by attending legislative sittings.
The parliament’s first meeting of 2022 has been postponed to comply with COVID-19-related guidelines. The new date will be decided following a situation assessment by the Center for COVID-19 Situation Administration.
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Pattaya’s New Year’s Celebrations go off without major problems, Musical artist BamBam draws crowd of thousands
2021 is now in the rear-view mirror and Pattaya celebrated it with flair, with fireworks, concerts, markets, temples, and more full of people marking the end of what had been an incredibly difficult year for Pattaya and indeed much of the world.
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2021 is now in the rear-view mirror and Pattaya celebrated it with flair, with fireworks, concerts, markets, temples, and more full of people marking the end of what had been an incredibly difficult year for Pattaya and indeed much of the world.
Although there were plenty of Covid-19 precautions last night, such as requirements at official events at Bali Hai Pier for being fully vaccinated AND recently tested, the many that went out still appeared to make the best of the situation.
The biggest countdown event was at Bali Hai and the biggest star was BamBam, a Thai-born Korean Boy Band/Thai Hip-hop star from the famous Korean Boy band Got7, which had hundreds of fans lined up and waiting for roughly sixteen hours before the event even began! We are aware that the English-speaking audience may not be aware of him or follow K-pop or Thai hip-hop, however, so will give a little bit of his background.
BamBam, 24, whose name is actually derived from BamBam from the Flintstones, is known for his rapping, dancing, and being a significant fashion influencer with Vogue Thailand recently selecting him as one of the top 100 influencers.
-- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2022-01-02-
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Chonburi Governor releases late night updated orders around Covid-19 and food and beverage establishments
Update: The Chonburi Governor released a new order late last night just before midnight specifically for food and beverage businesses, especially those that sell alcohol in Pattaya, Nongprue, and Banglamung.
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Update: The Chonburi Governor released a new order late last night just before midnight specifically for food and beverage businesses, especially those that sell alcohol in Pattaya, Nongprue, and Banglamung.
1. All staff, including musicians, performers, entertainers, etc must take a rapid antigen Covid19 test daily.
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2. All customers, regardless of the size of the venue and regardless of the customer’s vaccination or recovery status, must take a Covid-19 antigen test within 72 hours of the current time period to dine-in. The venue can arrange for on-site testing or accept qualified test results.
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2022 begins with WHO’s earnest plea
A file photo of World Health Organization (WHO) Director General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, who does not want to see booster shots being given for now. Laurent Gillieron/Pool via REUTERS
January 1, 2022: The normally pessimistic and extremely-cautious World Health Organisation is guardedly optimistic that humans can tame the coronavirus this year _ on one huge condition.
Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1245219-2022-begins-with-who’s-earnest-plea/
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A file photo of World Health Organization (WHO) Director General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, who does not want to see booster shots being given for now. Laurent Gillieron/Pool via REUTERS
January 1, 2022: The normally pessimistic and extremely-cautious World Health Organisation is guardedly optimistic that humans can tame the coronavirus this year _ on one huge condition.
True human solidarity, which has been lacking since the pandemic began, must be there, the WHO chief said in his agency’s most updated analysis on the coronavirus-related situation.
Tedros Ghebreyesus insisted that while the pandemic can be overcome, beating the virus would require utmost science and technological harmony. The virus, he said, has come up with Omicron which, together with Delta, can unleash a “tsunami of cases” if human beings fail to put up proper resistance.
He also repeated his grave concern that demands for booster in rich countries could cause low-income nations to again fall short. The WHO director general called on leaders of wealthy and powerful nations and their manufacturers to work together to reach an ambitious global vaccination target of 70 % by July.
“This is the time to rise above short-term nationalism and protect populations and economies against future variants by ending global vaccine inequity,” he said.
Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/2022-begins-with-whos-earnest-plea/
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Thailand win Suzuki Cup for record sixth time
Thailand lifted the AFF Suzuki Cup for a record sixth time on Saturday, after a 2-2 draw with Indonesia in the final’s second leg sealed a 6-2 aggregate victory at the National Stadium in Singapore.
Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1245218-thailand-win-suzuki-cup-for-record-sixth-time/
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Thailand lifted the AFF Suzuki Cup for a record sixth time on Saturday, after a 2-2 draw with Indonesia in the final’s second leg sealed a 6-2 aggregate victory at the National Stadium in Singapore.
Ricky Kambuaya gave Indonesia some hope of turning around the four-goal deficit from the first leg with an early goal, but the Thais put the match out of reach with a strike by Adisak Kraisorn and an own goal early in the second half.
Egy Maulana Vikri made it 2-2 with a late effort but it was mere consolation for the Garudas as they suffered their sixth consecutive final defeat, four of which have come at the hands of the Thais.
Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/thailand-win-suzuki-cup-for-record-sixth-time/
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Thailand suffers 555 road accidents on New Year’s Eve, 65 killed and 535 injured
A total of 555 road accidents were recorded on New Year’s Eve in Thailand, resulting in 65 deaths and 535 people injured, on the third day of the long New Year holidays, according to the Road Accidents Prevention and Reduction Centre.
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A total of 555 road accidents were recorded on New Year’s Eve in Thailand, resulting in 65 deaths and 535 people injured, on the third day of the long New Year holidays, according to the Road Accidents Prevention and Reduction Centre.
Chiang Mai logged 26 road accidents, the most in one day for any province in the country and the highest number of injured at 23, while the north-eastern province of Udon Thani recorded the highest death toll at 5.
36.4% of the accidents were caused by speeding, 34.77% by drunk driving and 16.4% by cutting in front of other vehicles.
Total road accidents for the first three days of the holidays are 1,339, resulting to 153 deaths and 1,322 injured.
Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/thailand-suffers-555-road-accidents-on-new-years-eve-65-killed-and-535-injured/
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Thai interior ministry officials to work from home until January 14th
Thailand’s Ministry of Interior has instructed all units under its supervision to consider allowing their staff to work from home until January 14th, as a precautionary measure to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 Omicron variant, infections of which are expected to spike after the long New Year holidays.
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Thailand’s Ministry of Interior has instructed all units under its supervision to consider allowing their staff to work from home until January 14th, as a precautionary measure to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 Omicron variant, infections of which are expected to spike after the long New Year holidays.
Interior permanent secretary Sutthipong Julacharoen said Friday that the work from home measure will be applied by all units as the unit heads think fit, including the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) and provincial administrations, in a way which will not affect public services.
If necessary, physical presence activities, such as meetings, seminars and training courses, which require many people to gather together, should be cancelled, suspended or postponed or virtual activities should be arranged instead, he said.
If such activities cannot be avoided, he said that the event organisers must strictly comply with the COVID-19 free setting measure, introduced by the Ministry of Public Health.
Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/thai-interior-ministry-officials-to-work-from-home-until-january-14th/
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Kick off the year 2022 in Sheraton style and play in the inaugural Season Opener at the award winning Banyan Golf Club
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On Sunday, 16th January 2022 in conjunction with Sheraton Hua Hin Resort and Spa, Sheraton Hua Hin Pranburi Villas and Banyan Privilege Club we are delighted to host “Sheraton Season Opener 2022”, the first major tournament of the year to kick off the 2022 season at Banyan Golf Club, Hua Hin which will be a fun sociable event and filled with fantastic prizes from 5 star Sheraton Resorts.
Individual stableford, full handicap 2 tee start from 10.00 am Prize giving ceremony dinner with live entertainment Prizes for 1st, 2nd, 3rd places, near Pins, long drive contest, lucky draw and much more….
Entry Fee includes tournament & dinner
Golf Club members : THB 1,200 net
Banyan Privilege Club Members : THB 2,400 net
Guests : THB 3,000 net
Join dinner only : THB 800 net
To make a golf booking, please email to [email protected] or call 032 616 200
Booking Exclusive Accommodation offers at Sheraton Hua Hin Resort and Spa, inclusive of Breakfast for 2 persons:
• Garden Room THB 3,800 net / room/ night
• Lagoon View THB 4,800 net / room/ night
• Lagoon Access THB 5,800 net / room/ night
Book Now to 16th January, 2022
Stay from 14th to 17th January, 2022
Staying at Sheraton Hua Hin Resort & Spa during the tournament will get extra 20% discount from THB 3,000 net (Guests rate) to enter and play in the Sheraton Season Opener.
To make a room reservations, please email to [email protected] or call 032 708 000
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