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  • Thai-ing up loose ends: Govt drive on illegal foreign teachers

    Thailand’s Ministry of Labour has launched a major crackdown on illegal foreign teachers, targeting those working without permits or entering on tourist visas. Under stricter enforcement measures, violators now face fines between 5,000 and 50,000 baht, followed by deportation. Schools found employing unlicenced foreign teachers won’t escape penalties either. Institutions caught violating the law will …

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    Thailand’s Ministry of Labour has launched a major crackdown on illegal foreign teachers, targeting those working without permits or entering on tourist visas. Under stricter enforcement measures, violators now face fines between 5,000 and 50,000 baht, followed by deportation.

    Schools found employing unlicenced foreign teachers won’t escape penalties either. Institutions caught violating the law will be fined 10,000 to 100,000 baht per illegal employee.

    Repeat offenders risk up to one year in prison, fines of 50,000 to 200,000 baht, and a three-year ban on hiring foreign staff.

    The crackdown has sparked debate among expats, educators, and locals, with many stressing the importance of proper qualifications and legal compliance.

    Critics argue that unqualified teachers, particularly from Russia and Eastern Europe, have entered the workforce without university degrees or formal training, raising concerns over English proficiency and teaching quality.

    Thai-ing up loose ends: Govt drive on illegal foreign teachers | News by Thaiger
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    “Tourist visas are not for working. These individuals take advantage of the system, damaging Thailand’s education sector.”

    Some suggest even tougher requirements, calling for foreign teachers to meet Thai standards, such as passing national exams and proving at least five years of certified experience in government-funded schools in their home country.

    The Ministry of Labour urges schools and individuals to comply with labour and immigration laws to maintain the integrity of Thailand’s education system, reported Pattaya Mail.

    For more information on legal employment, individuals can contact the Labour hotline at 1694.

    In similar news, Bang Lamung police carried out a raid in Naklua over the weekend, arresting four foreign nationals working illegally near Naklua New Market in Chon Buri province.

    The targeted operation on Saturday, February 15, exposed two individuals who had been overstaying in Thailand for an astonishing six years.

    The crackdown took place in Village 5, Naklua subdistrict, as authorities intensified efforts to identify illegal foreign workers. Among those arrested, two had remained in the country well beyond their permitted stay, drawing the attention of immigration officials.

    Now facing legal action, the detained individuals are set for deportation to their home countries.

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    18 February 18 2025
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  • Condo thieves caught after gunpoint dispute over stolen goods

    Two thieves were caught after stealing packages from residents of a condominium. A disagreement over the division of stolen goods escalated to one of them pointing a gun at the other’s head. Police arrested one suspect, who claimed the argument was about money. Yesterday, February 17, CCTV footage from a condominium captured two young men …

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    Two thieves were caught after stealing packages from residents of a condominium. A disagreement over the division of stolen goods escalated to one of them pointing a gun at the other’s head. Police arrested one suspect, who claimed the argument was about money.

    Yesterday, February 17, CCTV footage from a condominium captured two young men arguing about dividing stolen packages. The altercation escalated to the point where one suspect, identified as Thanachot, pointed a gun at Chonlathit.

    The victims, residents of the condominium, reported the thefts to Wang Thonglang Police Station, as similar incidents had occurred several times.

    One victim explained that they frequently buy products online but their packages often go missing. On February 14, the latest incident occurred when a delivery person left a package at the lobby at the victim’s request.

    By the time the victim went to collect it, the package was already gone. Despite multiple occurrences, the culprits remained unknown until it was discovered that they lived within the same condominium.

    Officers at Wang Thonglang Police Station managed to arrest Thanachot. During interrogation, he confessed that he had been invited by a friend to help move some items, leading to a dispute over money and debts.

    During the argument, he pointed a homemade gun at Chonlathit, who denied any involvement in the thefts. However, police were sceptical of this claim, reported KhaoSod.

    Initially, charges were filed against Thanachot for possession of an unlicensed firearm, and bail was opposed due to his involvement in theft cases. Meanwhile, police are actively pursuing Chonlathit to proceed with legal action.

    Condo thieves caught after gunpoint dispute over stolen goods | News by Thaiger
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    In similar news, an elderly man wearing a motorcycle taxi vest was caught on CCTV brazenly stealing a helmet outside a company on Soi Naklua 16, Wong Amat in Pattaya on February 11 at around 11.25am.

    The incident has ignited a firestorm on social media, with many questioning whether the suspect is a legitimate motorbike taxi driver.

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    18 February 18 2025
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  • Drunk Thai man found asleep next to Hello Kitty bike in Sattahip

    A drunken man in Sattahip was found asleep on the roadside next to his motorcycle, which was decorated with a giant Hello Kitty plushie, prompting police intervention to prevent potential danger. A concerned citizen alerted Sattahip Police Station’s radio centre, fearing the man might be at risk of an accident or criminal activity. Officers Police …

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    A drunken man in Sattahip was found asleep on the roadside next to his motorcycle, which was decorated with a giant Hello Kitty plushie, prompting police intervention to prevent potential danger.

    A concerned citizen alerted Sattahip Police Station’s radio centre, fearing the man might be at risk of an accident or criminal activity. Officers Police Sergeant Major Pongnaphat Chotchuang and Pol. Sgt. Maj. Theeranai Samahathai from the 1102 motorcycle patrol unit rushed to the scene near Chumphon Garden, Royal Thai Navy.

    There, they found a red Honda Scoopy, parked against traffic near Sattahip Market, with an enormous Hello Kitty plushie strapped to the front. Just a few steps away, a man in his 40s, later identified as an ice delivery business owner, was passed out on the footpath.

    When officers woke him, he panicked and shoved two inhalers up his nostrils, desperately trying to sober up. Despite insisting he could ride home, officers intervened, preventing a potential accident.

    Instead, one officer rode the Hello Kitty bike, with the intoxicated man as a passenger, while the other followed closely behind, ensuring his safe arrival home, 2 kilometres away, reported Pattaya Mail.

    Though heavily intoxicated, the man followed the Don’t Drink and Drive—Sleep It Off Instead principle, avoiding harm to himself and others. Meanwhile, the officers went beyond their duty, choosing compassion over punishment, ensuring he got home safely.

    In similar news, a heavily intoxicated foreign man caused a stir after collapsing unconscious outside Pattaya Police Station, leaving bystanders and officers rushing to assist.

    The unnamed tourist was found lying in the parking area on Sunday night, February 2, obstructing visitors from retrieving their vehicles.

    Police and rescue workers assessed him and found no signs of injury, determining that excessive alcohol consumption had caused him to pass out.

    His equally intoxicated girlfriend, fearing for his life, begged officers to take him to the hospital. However, they reassured her that he was simply heavily drunk and not in any immediate danger.

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    18 February 18 2025
    Crime News
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  • Thai woman earns 30,000 baht for reuniting man with monkey doll

    A Thai man in the northern province of Chiang Rai offered 30,000 baht in cash to a Thai woman who found and returned his missing monkey doll, which held great sentimental value for him. The man took to social media to seek help from Thai netizens after losing his beloved monkey doll. He shared a …

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    A Thai man in the northern province of Chiang Rai offered 30,000 baht in cash to a Thai woman who found and returned his missing monkey doll, which held great sentimental value for him.

    The man took to social media to seek help from Thai netizens after losing his beloved monkey doll. He shared a picture of the doll with a caption that read…

    “This brown monkey doll, as seen in the picture, is missing. I lost it in the car park of Yang Sod bar. Anyone who finds it can claim a 30,000-baht reward from me. #SentimentalValue”

    He also included his contact information in the post and provided further details in the comments section, stating that he lost the doll at about 1am on February 16.

    Some netizens accused the man of fabricating the story about the missing doll and pretending to offer a large reward to gain attention. They argued that the doll appeared to be an ordinary toy without any unique qualities or features.

    Thai woman gets reward for returning missing monkey doll in Chiang Rai
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    However, the man explained that the doll was significant to him because it had been a gift from his mother when he was four years old and he had grown up with it.

    Thai man offers money to woman who finds his missing monkey doll
    The place where the man lost his doll. | Photo via Facebook/ Nice’s Wichai

    In the latest update on his Facebook account, the man shared that a Thai woman, who wished to remain anonymous, returned the monkey doll to him yesterday, February 17. She found it at a condominium in the province and contacted him after seeing his post on social media.

    The man confirmed that h indeed gave the woman the 30,000-baht reward and expressed his gratitude to netizens and news outlets for helping to spread his story, which ultimately led to the recovery of his cherished doll.

    Missing monkey doll reunited with owner
    Photo via Facebook/ Nice’s Wichai

    In a similar story from January, another Thai woman reunited a lost item with its rightful owner. A hotel owner in the southern province of Krabi returned a wedding ring to a Norwegian guest who forgot it at her hotel five years ago while travelling to the province with her husband.

    The hotel owner hoped the wedding ring would serve as a reminder of the love the foreigner shared with her husband, who had since passed away.

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    18 February 18 2025
    Northern Thailand News
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  • German man in Krabi hospitalised after drug-induced hallucinations

    A German expat in Krabi was taken for rehabilitation after experiencing intense hallucinations, allegedly from self-made drugs, causing a public disturbance by shouting for hours. Yesterday, February 17, police were called to a house in Village 4, Sai Thai subdistrict, after neighbours reported a foreigner screaming uncontrollably, disrupting the usually quiet community. Upon arrival, officers …

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    A German expat in Krabi was taken for rehabilitation after experiencing intense hallucinations, allegedly from self-made drugs, causing a public disturbance by shouting for hours.

    Yesterday, February 17, police were called to a house in Village 4, Sai Thai subdistrict, after neighbours reported a foreigner screaming uncontrollably, disrupting the usually quiet community.

    Upon arrival, officers were met by 33 year old Kun (pseudonym), a Thai woman who pleaded for help, explaining that her 37 year old German husband was suffering from hallucinations and paranoia. She feared he might harm her or himself.

    Kun revealed that her husband, a chemical engineer, had been experimenting with Dimethyltryptamine (DMT), a powerful psychedelic, which he synthesised for personal use.

    Since starting two weeks ago, he had been seeing visions of Lord Buddha and attempting to climb out of windows, believing he was in danger.

    “This is the second time he’s lost control and damaged household items.”

    German man in Krabi hospitalised after drug-induced hallucinations | News by Thaiger
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    While police strategised how to subdue him safely, the German man burst out of the house, shirtless, shouting at officers and declaring his wealth.

    When police attempted to use forked sticks to restrain him, he fled inside but later re-emerged, calmer and wearing a shirt, reported The Nation.

    After negotiations, he agreed to seek medical treatment in exchange for no drug-related charges. Police later escorted him to a hospital for rehabilitation.

    In similar news, a 21 year old man in Buriram province attempted to take his own life after being tormented by mysterious voices. Police rescued him and took him to the hospital for evaluation.

    Natthawut had recently been ordained as a summer monk but left early due to disturbing auditory hallucinations that disrupted his sleep and mental state.

    Originally set to stay for 15 days, he hoped the voices would stop once he returned home, but they persisted. His 65 year old mother said he was in good health before ordination but began hearing voices nightly at the temple.

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    18 February 18 2025
    Crime News
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  • Delta Air Lines plane flips at Toronto, eight injured (video)

    A Delta Air Lines aircraft flipped onto its back while landing at Toronto Pearson Airport in Canada, resulting in eight injuries. The incident, involving a plane carrying 80 passengers, occurred yesterday, February 17, local time. Video footage showed the Delta Air Lines plane upside down on a snow-covered runway, with passengers gradually exiting the aircraft. …

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    A Delta Air Lines aircraft flipped onto its back while landing at Toronto Pearson Airport in Canada, resulting in eight injuries. The incident, involving a plane carrying 80 passengers, occurred yesterday, February 17, local time.

    Video footage showed the Delta Air Lines plane upside down on a snow-covered runway, with passengers gradually exiting the aircraft.

    Emergency medical personnel at the scene confirmed that one person sustained serious injuries, while the others had minor to moderate injuries.

    The United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reported a suspension of outbound flights from Toronto Pearson Airport due to the incident. The airport, which is Canada’s largest, stated that the affected flight was destined for Minneapolis, Minnesota.

    Reuters attempted to contact the Transportation Safety Board of Canada, an independent agency responsible for investigating aviation accidents but did not receive a response. Meanwhile, Transport Canada announced that it is monitoring the situation, reported Sanook.

    Delta Air Lines also stated that it is investigating the details surrounding the incident.

    In similar news,  the death toll from the Jeju Air plane crash at Muan International Airport in South Korea on December 29 last year has risen to 179, including two Thai women.

    Jeju Air flight 7C2216, which departed from Suvarnabhumi International Airport in Bangkok bound for Muan Airport in South Korea, reportedly crashed into a wall at the destination airport at around 9am on December 29. The aircraft was carrying 181 people, including 175 passengers and six cabin crew members.

    A fire broke out on the plane, but two members of the cabin crew, a man and a woman, managed to escape. The fire was brought under control at approximately 1pm local time.

    A firefighter, Lee Jung-Hyun, revealed to Reuters that both survivors were rescued from the plane’s tail section. He further added that this was the only part of the aircraft that retained some of its original shape, while the rest of the plane was completely destroyed.

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    18 February 18 2025
    Aviation News
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  • Grandmother and grandkids escape as Ayutthaya house collapses

    A woman and her three grandchildren narrowly escaped disaster when their two-storey wooden house in Ayutthaya collapsed after heavy rainfall this morning, February 18. Miraculously, they managed to crawl out safely—along with their pet dog. The Ayutthaya branch of the Ruamkatanyu Foundation received an emergency call at 9.30am and rushed to the scene near Talad …

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    A woman and her three grandchildren narrowly escaped disaster when their two-storey wooden house in Ayutthaya collapsed after heavy rainfall this morning, February 18. Miraculously, they managed to crawl out safely—along with their pet dog.

    The Ayutthaya branch of the Ruamkatanyu Foundation received an emergency call at 9.30am and rushed to the scene near Talad Plu Market in Village 6, Mueang district. Upon arrival, they found the house completely flattened, but no one was trapped beneath the wreckage.

    The woman, 62 year old Samruay Meesomphol along with her three young grandchildren, suffered only minor bruises. Her husband, 75 year old La-iad Wongsanit, the house owner, was working at a nearby restaurant when the home collapsed. Rescue workers provided first aid, as their injuries were not serious.

    Samruay recalled that the house had been creaking following heavy downpours early that morning. Moments before the collapse, she heard ominous cracking sounds from the wooden structure. Realising the danger, she crawled to her grandchildren’s room, carried one child, and guided the others to safety.

    Grandmother and grandkids escape as Ayutthaya house collapses | News by Thaiger
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    Meanwhile, La-iad heard the crash from his workplace and rushed outside—only to find his home reduced to rubble.

    “I couldn’t believe my eyes. The house was built just 12 years ago.”

    Officials are now investigating the structural integrity of similar homes in the area to prevent further incidents, reported The Nation.

    Grandmother and grandkids escape as Ayutthaya house collapses | News by Thaiger
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    In similar news, a two-storey wooden house in Bangkok collapsed, trapping its 64 year old owner under the debris. Neighbours, who had previously raised safety concerns, heard creaking sounds before the structure gave way.

    Police Lieutenant Suchat Changtham of Wat Phraya Krai Police Station received a report of the collapse in Soi Charoen Krung 99, Intersection 10, Bang Kho Laem district.

    Emergency services, including disaster response teams, Ruamkatanyu Foundation volunteers, and Charoenkrung Pracharak Hospital rescue units, rushed to the scene. The house, covering approximately 40 square metres, had completely caved in, leaving the owner trapped beneath the roof tiles, crying for help.

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    18 February 18 2025
    Central Thailand News
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  • Thai woman attacked in Pattaya over Indian man in love triangle

    A confrontation in Pattaya’s bustling Soi Diamond resulted in a Thai woman being assaulted by three other women in a dispute reportedly linked to an Indian man. The incident unfolded at 4.19am on February 16 near Second Road, involving four Thai women and an Indian man. Witnesses indicated that the Indian man tried to shield …

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    A confrontation in Pattaya’s bustling Soi Diamond resulted in a Thai woman being assaulted by three other women in a dispute reportedly linked to an Indian man.

    The incident unfolded at 4.19am on February 16 near Second Road, involving four Thai women and an Indian man. Witnesses indicated that the Indian man tried to shield one of the women by restraining her in a headlock to stop the others from attacking her.

    Despite his efforts, a woman dressed in black continued to strike and kick the victim, all within sight of numerous foreign tourists.

    Numerous bystanders paused to observe the altercation, with some attempting to intervene. However, the aggressor warned them to refrain from interfering, leading others to opt out of involvement.

    Eventually, a bystander stepped forward, ignoring the attacker’s verbal threats, and assisted the injured woman in complaining to Pattaya police. Meanwhile, the attacker and the Indian man, who was dressed in white, remained at the scene, engaging in a heated exchange.

    Police patrol officers soon arrived and instructed all parties to report to the station for questioning, but the assailant left before officers could apprehend her.

    The victim, identified as 27 year old Pariyat, informed the police that she had been in a relationship with the Indian man for seven months. On the evening of the altercation, she discovered that her boyfriend was at a well-known nightclub on Walking Street and decided to go there with a friend.

    Upon reaching the location, she saw him conversing with the women involved in the attack and approached them for an explanation. The women reportedly became hostile, asserting that the Indian man was also their boyfriend. Security personnel then requested all of them to leave, reported The Pattaya News.

    As Pariyat and her friend were making their way back to their accommodation, the group of women followed them and allegedly attacked her at the scene. Police are currently examining CCTV footage from the area to locate the attacker.

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    18 February 18 2025
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  • Chaiyaphum prison hit hard as influenza cases soar past 1,000

    Health officials in Chaiyaphum are sounding the alarm after influenza type A cases surged past 1,000, with more than 500 infections reported at the provincial male prison in Mueang district alone. Dr Suppapong Chaimongkol, head of preventive medicine at the Chaiyaphum Public Health Office, warned that children and inmates are the most affected, leading several …

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    Health officials in Chaiyaphum are sounding the alarm after influenza type A cases surged past 1,000, with more than 500 infections reported at the provincial male prison in Mueang district alone.

    Dr Suppapong Chaimongkol, head of preventive medicine at the Chaiyaphum Public Health Office, warned that children and inmates are the most affected, leading several schools to suspend classes and shift to online learning to curb the spread.

    Despite the sharp rise in cases, no deaths have been reported so far. However, officials remain on high alert due to the virus’s highly contagious nature, spreading through coughs and sneezes from up to 2 metres away.

    “We urge residents to wear facemasks, wash their hands frequently, and avoid crowded places,” Suppapong advised, stressing the importance of annual flu vaccinations, particularly for young children, pregnant women, seniors over 65, obese individuals, and those with chronic illnesses.

    Influenza A symptoms include fever, chills, body aches, coughing, sore throat, and extreme fatigue. Officials advise staying home for three to seven days if infected, but seeking medical attention immediately if symptoms worsen, such as difficulty breathing or loss of appetite.

    Chaiyaphum prison hit hard as influenza cases soar past 1,000 | News by Thaiger
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    With flu cases rapidly rising, Chaiyaphum residents are urged to act swiftly to protect themselves and prevent further spread, reported The Nation.

    Influenza cases in Thailand have surged dramatically, with nearly 100,000 infections and three deaths reported in just 15 days. The Ministry of Public Health is responding by deploying 4.5 million vaccine doses to contain the outbreak, which is spreading rapidly, particularly in schools.

    Since January 1, Thailand has recorded 99,057 confirmed cases and nine fatalities, a sharp rise from just 7,819 cases on January 25—an increase of over 91,000 infections in two weeks.

    The current outbreak is more severe than the five-year average and exceeds last year’s figures. Clusters of infections have been reported in 15 locations, mostly in schools.

    Health Zone 9, covering Nakhon Ratchasima, Surin, Buriram, and Chaiyaphum, is the worst affected, with 6,938 cases and three deaths. The highest infection rates are among children aged five to nine, followed by four- and three year olds.

    Authorities urge vaccinations and preventive measures to curb further spread.

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    18 February 18 2025
    Eastern Thailand News
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  • Cambodian general upset by Thai soldiers’ intervention at border temple

    A Cambodian general expressed significant dissatisfaction after being stopped by Thai soldiers while leading a group singing at Ta Muen Thom temple. The incident was captured on video and circulated online. During the confrontation, a Cambodian lawyer engaged in a heated discussion with the Thai soldiers. The video, recorded by Thai soldiers, showed the Cambodian …

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    A Cambodian general expressed significant dissatisfaction after being stopped by Thai soldiers while leading a group singing at Ta Muen Thom temple. The incident was captured on video and circulated online.

    During the confrontation, a Cambodian lawyer engaged in a heated discussion with the Thai soldiers.

    The video, recorded by Thai soldiers, showed the Cambodian group at the southern terrace of Ta Muen Thom temple in Ta Mieng, Phanom Dong Rak district, Surin province, near the Thai-Cambodian border.

    They were singing Cambodia’s national anthem and patriotic songs, leading to a disagreement with the Thai military.

    In the video, a Cambodian in a white long-sleeved shirt, identified as a commander of Cambodian soldiers, communicated in both Thai and Khmer, attempting to intimidate the Thai troops.

    Following the exchange, the Cambodian soldiers returned to their territory.

    Cambodian general upset by Thai soldiers' intervention at border temple | News by Thaiger
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    A report today, February 18, revealed that the Cambodian military commander is a major general, serving as the commander of the 42nd Brigade in Cambodia. He led a group of 25 housewives to visit Ta Muen Thom temple.

    During their visit, the group engaged in singing local songs, prompting the Thai military to intervene, which displeased the general. He criticised the Thai soldiers, who explained that they were following orders from their superiors.

    The general’s visible displeasure led him to instruct the Cambodian unit responsible for the Ta Muen Thom temple area to act similarly to the Thai side, prohibiting activities like singing at the southern staircase of the temple. He then departed the site, reported KhaoSod.

    The situation nearly escalated into a confrontation as the Cambodian soldiers sang their national anthem at the temple. In response, the commander of the 2nd Army Region issued a formal protest.

    Cambodian general upset by Thai soldiers' intervention at border temple | News by Thaiger

    In similar news, a Joint Technical Committee (JTC) has yet to be established to address the maritime dispute with Cambodia, as the Thai government requires parliamentary consent to proceed, according to Foreign Minister Maris Sangiampongsa.

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    18 February 18 2025
    Thailand News
    https://thethaiger.com/?p=861846