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PATTANI, Feb 7 (TNA) – One police officer was killed and four others were injured in a bomb blast in southern Thailand’s Pattani province on Friday morning, police said. The explosion occurred at approximately 7:30 a.m. at Don Yang Intersection on Highway 43 in Nong Chik district, while police officers were patrolling the area to […]
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PATTANI, Feb 7 (TNA) – One police officer was killed and four others were injured in a bomb blast in southern Thailand’s Pattani province on Friday morning, police said.
The explosion occurred at approximately 7:30 a.m. at Don Yang Intersection on Highway 43 in Nong Chik district, while police officers were patrolling the area to provide security for teachers and the public.
The perpetrators planted an improvised explosive device in a garbage bin next to a guard post and detonated it when the police officers arrived,” said Police Colonel Kritsada Kaewchan, superintendent of Nong Chik Police Station.
Pol Cpl Anucha Kwanthong-on was taken to the hospital but later died from his injuries. Four other police officers were injured in the blast.
Police believe that insurgents in the area were responsible for the attack, which aimed to create unrest in the southern border provinces.
Police have increased security measure as security intelligence warned that insurgents were planning to carry out multiple attacks in the area. -819 (TNA)
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7 February 07 2025English Newshttps://tna.mcot.net/?p=1485896 - Thai Politician Wanted for Rape
BANGKOK, Feb 7 (TNA) – A Thai member of parliament (MP) is facing serious allegations after a court in Chiang Mai issued an arrest warrant for him in connection with a rape case. Chiang Mai police today sent a letter to the Speaker of the House of Representatives, requesting permission to arrest Mr. Chaiyamphawan Manpianjitt, […]
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BANGKOK, Feb 7 (TNA) – A Thai member of parliament (MP) is facing serious allegations after a court in Chiang Mai issued an arrest warrant for him in connection with a rape case.
Chiang Mai police today sent a letter to the Speaker of the House of Representatives, requesting permission to arrest Mr. Chaiyamphawan Manpianjitt, a Bangkok MP from the Thai Progress Party.
The case stems from a complaint filed on January 9 by a Taiwanese woman who alleges that Chaiyamphawan sexually assaulted her at a hotel in Chiang Mai in the early hours of January 9, 2025.
Following an investigation, the Chiang Mai Provincial Court approved an arrest warrant for Mr. Chaiyamphawan on February 4.
Mr. Chaiyamphawan’s team has responded to the allegations, claiming he is being “framed” and the accusations are an attempt to discredit him. They stated that he will address the matter publicly.
Previously, Chaiyamphawan was an MP for the Move Forward Party but was expelled from the party due to allegations of sexual harassment. The incident occurred in 2023. -819 (TNA)
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7 February 07 2025English Newshttps://tna.mcot.net/?p=1485831 - Power Cut Continues at Myanmar Border
TAK, Feb 7 (TNA) – Thailand has entered the second night of its cutoff of power, internet, and fuel supplies to the Myanmar border town of Myawaddy, escalating efforts to dismantle the operations of Chinese criminal syndicates. Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Phumtham Wechayachai confirmed that the Thai government had discussed with Myanmar before […]
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TAK, Feb 7 (TNA) – Thailand has entered the second night of its cutoff of power, internet, and fuel supplies to the Myanmar border town of Myawaddy, escalating efforts to dismantle the operations of Chinese criminal syndicates.
Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Phumtham Wechayachai confirmed that the Thai government had discussed with Myanmar before cutting off electricity and pointed out that they set a 6-month timeframe for the cutoff before deciding whether to extend it.
The move, which began on Wednesday, has seen a significant decrease in electricity consumption observed in Myawaddy.
From vantage points along the Mae Sot border, the lights of Myawaddy, including those in areas controlled by Chinese criminal groups, were visibly dimmer compared to previous nights.
The lights we see in Myawaddy are about half of what they used to be. Most likely, residents are relying on solar power and generators, as the distinct hum of generators can be heard.
Fuel has become scarce and expensive in Myawaddy, with prices soaring to over 40 baht per liter. Reports indicate that purchases are limited to one liter per person per day.
The cutoff has raised concerns about potential smuggling of fuel and solar panels. Thai authorities are preparing to meet with 59 border crossing operators on Friday to seek their cooperation in addressing this issue.
The Thai measures have drawn a reaction from a leader of a Myanmar Border Guard Force (BGF) group operating in the Shwe Kokko area, a hub of Chinese investment. The leader is said to be preparing a statement calling on Thailand to jointly develop the border area and pledging cooperation in combating crime in Myawaddy.
Meanwhile, 61 foreigners, mostly Chinese nationals, were released by the BGF and crossed into Thailand on Thursday. They told Thai authorities that they were victims of call center scams and forced labor in Myawaddy. Some claimed they were not paid wages or were physically abused. -819
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7 February 07 2025English Newshttps://tna.mcot.net/?p=1485690 - Chinese Call Center Bosses Busted
BANGKOK, Feb 6 (TNA) – Two Chinese nationals, identified as the masterminds behind a major call center scam operating from a neighboring country, were apprehended in Bangkok.The suspects, Mr. Ye Wanyou and Mr. Li Weijie, were found hiding in a luxury residence in the heart of the city.The operation was launched following a complaint filed […]
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BANGKOK, Feb 6 (TNA) – Two Chinese nationals, identified as the masterminds behind a major call center scam operating from a neighboring country, were apprehended in Bangkok.
The suspects, Mr. Ye Wanyou and Mr. Li Weijie, were found hiding in a luxury residence in the heart of the city.
The operation was launched following a complaint filed in July 2024 by a victim who was deceived through a Facebook page falsely claiming to assist people who had fallen prey to call center scams. The victim lost over 1 million baht in the fraud.
Investigations revealed that the two Chinese nationals were the key figures orchestrating the scam. They operated from a 20-story building in a neighboring country, employing workers to create fake Facebook pages impersonating Thai government agencies and falsely using images of high-ranking police officers to gain credibility.
They would then target victims who had already been scammed, offering false hope of recovering their lost money, only to defraud them further.
The suspects would cross the border to issue instructions to the call center operatives and then return to Thailand, where they resided in a rented luxury home in Soi Phaholyothin 32 in Chatuchak district.
During the arrest, authorities seized assets worth approximately 15 million baht, including cash in Thai and foreign currencies, luxury brand items, a high-end vehicle, and mobile phones. The mobile devices contained evidence of their operations, such as QR codes, images of SIM box devices, and numerous unused SIM cards.
The two suspects remained silent during the arrest, and the police are expanding their investigation into money laundering and other people involved in the operation. The seized assets will be processed to potentially provide compensation to the victims. -819 (TNA)The post Chinese Call Center Bosses Busted appeared first on สำนักข่าวไทย อสมท.
6 February 06 2025English Newshttps://tna.mcot.net/?p=1485385 - Thai PM Visits China to Boost Cooperation and Combat Call Center Scams
BEIJING, Feb 6 (TNA) – Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra arrived in Beijing on February 5 for a four-day official visit focused on strengthening bilateral ties and addressing transnational crime. The PM is scheduled to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping, Premier Li Qiang, and other senior officials. During her visit, the Prime Minister will […]
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BEIJING, Feb 6 (TNA) – Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra arrived in Beijing on February 5 for a four-day official visit focused on strengthening bilateral ties and addressing transnational crime.
The PM is scheduled to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping, Premier Li Qiang, and other senior officials.
During her visit, the Prime Minister will focus on strengthening bilateral cooperation in several key areas. A major priority is combating transnational crime, particularly call center scams, through enhanced technology sharing between Thailand and China.
The leaders will also discuss measures to ensure Thailand remains a safe destination for Chinese tourists, addressing concerns about security and working to remove misleading information on social media platforms.
The discussions will explore opportunities to advance economic ties through trade partnerships and investment in future industries.
This includes collaboration on green energy initiatives, digital transformation projects, and the establishment of data centers. Additionally, both nations will continue their work on major infrastructure developments, specifically the high-speed rail connection and land bridge projects that aim to enhance regional connectivity.
The visit coincides with the 50th anniversary of Thai-Chinese diplomatic relations.
During her stay, the Thai prime minister will also visit Harbin to support Thai athletes at the Asian Winter Games. Additionally, discussions will include arrangements for Thailand to receive a new pair of giant pandas from China. – 819 (TNA)
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6 February 06 2025English Newshttps://tna.mcot.net/?p=1485091 - BigC Mini Shop in Pattani Robbed, Bt4,000 Taken
Six armed robbery suspects raided BigC Mini convenience store in Panare district of Pattani and 4,492 baht cash robbed.
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PATTANI, Feb 6 (TNA) – Six armed robbery suspects raided BigC Mini convenience store in Panare district of Pattani and 4,492 baht cash robbed.
The footages from CCTV camera of BigC Mini, Panare branch in Panare district of Pattani could capture the group of six armed robbery suspects in two motorcycles. They covered their faces with clothes, carrying knifes, handguns and rifles. They raided the store. One of the suspects jumped over the cashier counter with the attempt to open the cash box but he failed to unlock the box. He then forced the staff to open the box and the staff handed him 4,492 baht cash from the box. The suspects rushed to escape the scene after getting the cash.
Pol. Capt Taniwut Khaochankong, Deputy Inspector (Suppression) at Panare district Police Station who inspected the scene and told the reporters that the police weree checking the CCTV clips at various points along the escape routes of the suspects.
Moreover, the police found that after robbery at the BigC Mini, the suspects robbed four mobile phones from a group of teenagers who walked along the road in Ban Nam Bo sub-district of Sai Buri district. The suspects fired two shots of the gun into the air to scare off the officials and the victims, preventing them to follow them. The police believed that the suspects were not the local residents of Panare. However, more investigation was needed to clarify whether they are involved with the insurgency groups.
On November 18, a group of robbers plundered the staff at the convenience store located at a PTT petrol station, Palas branch in Panare district while they were on the way to deposit the cash at the bank. More than one million baht of cash were stolen. The police are investigate whether the suspects are linked between the two cases. (TNA) .-813
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6 February 06 2025English Newshttps://tna.mcot.net/?p=1485019 - Border power cuts disrupt Myanmar
KANCHANABURI, Feb 5 (TNA) – Thailand has cut power to several Myanmar border towns in a crackdown on online scam operations. Authorities in Kanchanaburi province cut power to Payathonzu, while in Chiang Rai province, the power supply to Tachileik was also severed. Thailand will also suspend fuel supplies to the affected areas. The power […]
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KANCHANABURI, Feb 5 (TNA) – Thailand has cut power to several Myanmar border towns in a crackdown on online scam operations.
Authorities in Kanchanaburi province cut power to Payathonzu, while in Chiang Rai province, the power supply to Tachileik was also severed. Thailand will also suspend fuel supplies to the affected areas.
The power cuts, implemented near border crossings like the Three Pagodas Pass, are a direct response to the proliferation of Chinese-operated online scam centers operating in these areas. These centers have relied on the stable power and internet infrastructure provided.
Following the power cut in Payathonzu, a surge of Myanmar residents crossed into Thailand to stockpile essential goods like fuel and food.
Tachileik Switches to Lao Power After Thailand Cutoff
Following Thailand’s recent power cut to Tachileik, Myanmar, the city is transitioning to electricity provided by Laos.
As of February 5, approximately 50% of Tachileik’s power supply has been switched to the Lao grid. The remaining 50% is still in the process of being converted.
Authorities anticipate that the full transition to Lao electricity will be completed within today or the next couple of days. This will allow Tachileik to fully rely on Laos for its power needs. -819 (TNA)
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5 February 05 2025English Newshttps://tna.mcot.net/?p=1484787 - Thailand Tests Sterile Invasive Fish
PHETCHABURI, Feb 5 (TNA) – Thailand’s Department of Fisheries has launched a groundbreaking genetic control program for the invasive blackchin tilapia, releasing sterile specimens in a controlled trial. The department’s researchers have successfully developed a genetic modification technique to control the population of this invasive species by altering its chromosomes. Under the plan, the sterile […]
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PHETCHABURI, Feb 5 (TNA) – Thailand’s Department of Fisheries has launched a groundbreaking genetic control program for the invasive blackchin tilapia, releasing sterile specimens in a controlled trial.
The department’s researchers have successfully developed a genetic modification technique to control the population of this invasive species by altering its chromosomes. Under the plan, the sterile fish will be released into natural waters.
Department of Fisheries Director-General Bancha Sukkaew announced that researchers at the Phetchaburi Aquatic Animal Genetics Research and Development Center have achieved a breakthrough in inducing tetraploid (4n) chromosomes in male blackchin tilapia fish (Sarotherodon melanotheron). This scientific advancement is part of ongoing efforts to control and eliminate the invasive species.
The technique involves modifying the fish’s natural diploid (2n) chromosome set to create tetraploid (4n) males.
When these modified males mate with natural diploid females in the wild, their offspring will have triploid (3n) chromosomes, rendering them sterile and unable to reproduce.
In a parallel initiative, the department also distributed Asian seabass fingerlings, a natural predator fish, to local farmers. These predator fish will be released into natural water bodies and affected ponds as an additional measure to control the blackchin tilapia population in Phetchaburi province. -819 (TNA)
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5 February 05 2025English Newshttps://tna.mcot.net/?p=1484629 - Thailand Cuts Power to Myanmar Border
BANGKOK, Feb 5 (TNA) – Thailand cuts power supply to five locations along the Myanmar border on Wednesday as part of its crackdown on call center scam operations. Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul observed the operation which took effect from 0900 local time, targeted areas known for housing scam operations across three […]
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BANGKOK, Feb 5 (TNA) – Thailand cuts power supply to five locations along the Myanmar border on Wednesday as part of its crackdown on call center scam operations.
Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul observed the operation which took effect from 0900 local time, targeted areas known for housing scam operations across three Myanmar states: Shan, Karen, and Mon.
The affected areas include two locations connecting Mae Sai district in Chiang Rai province to Tachileik in Shan State, two points linking Mae Sot district in Tak province to Myawaddy in Karen State, and one location connecting Sangkhla Buri district in Kanchanaburi province to Payathonzu in Mon State.
Interior Ministry Permanent Secretary Ansit Samphantharat, who chairs the Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) board, and PEA Governor Supachai Eak-un witnessed the operation.
Thailand will also suspend internet services and fuel supplies to these border areas.
The East Asian Affairs Department of the Foreign Ministry has notified the Myanmar government of these measures and informed Myanmar medical facilities to prepare for the supply disruptions.
The measures represent Thailand’s latest effort to combat transnational crime syndicates operating scam centers along its border with Myanmar. -819 (TNA)
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5 February 05 2025English Newshttps://tna.mcot.net/?p=1484510 - Thailand to Cut Power, Internet to Myanmar Border Areas in Scam Crackdown
BANGKOK, Feb5 (TNA) – Thailand will cut electricity and internet supplies to five Myanmar border areas suspected of harboring call center scam operations, effective 9 a.m. on Wednesday. The move follows the National Security Council meeting led by Deputy Prime Minister Defence Minister Phumtham Wechayachai on Tuesday and the discussion between the Thai Defence Minister […]
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BANGKOK, Feb5 (TNA) – Thailand will cut electricity and internet supplies to five Myanmar border areas suspected of harboring call center scam operations, effective 9 a.m. on Wednesday.
The move follows the National Security Council meeting led by Deputy Prime Minister Defence Minister Phumtham Wechayachai on Tuesday and the discussion between the Thai Defence Minister and Chinese Assistant Minister of Public Security Liu Zhongyi earlier that day, with both countries agreeing to jointly combat the scam issue.
Phumtham, speaking after a National Security Council meeting, said the decision also includes a ban on oil transport to the targeted areas. He noted China had provided intelligence and requested Thailand’s assistance in border monitoring to disrupt transportation routes. While border closure remains under consideration, he emphasized China respected Thailand’s sovereignty and did not pressure Thailand. He suggested expanding discussions to include Myanmar in a trilateral approach.
Phumtham highlighted the severe impact of call center scams, citing over 550,000 cases in Thailand with damages exceeding 86 billion baht ($2.5 billion), averaging 80 million baht daily. He said all relevant sectors, including healthcare facilities, have been notified to prepare for the disruptions. -819 (TNA)
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