In this video, we'll be talking about 50 road deaths and counting in Phuket. This is a reality that the tourism authority of Thailand needs to be aware of, as it's having a massive impact on the livelihoods of many people in the region.
We'll be discussing the reasons for this increase in road deaths, and what the Thai government can do to address the problem. If you're planning a trip to Phuket, then be sure to watch this video to get an understanding of the local situation.
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Cabinet to seek approval for ฿11Bn to subsidize domestic electricity charges
The Thai cabinet will seek approval from the Election Commission (EC) for the allocation of about 11.1 billion baht from the Central Fund for emergency use, under Section 169 (3) of the Constitution, to subsidize household electricity charges from May to August.
Source - Thai PBS World
Open letter calls for U-turn on legalization
A network of doctors, academics, and civic groups has published yet another open letter to oppose the government's decision to legalize cannabis.
Source – The Bangkok Post
Democrats to Push for sex toy legalization
The Democrat Party has pledged to push for legalizing sex toys, saying it will bring more benefits beyond sexual pleasure.
Source – The Bangkok Post
Phuket road deaths reach 50 after two fatalities on west coast road
PHUKET: The death toll in Phuket’s ongoing ’Carmageddon’ reached 50 after two fatalities on Patong-Karon road on Friday (Apr 21) and rose to 51 after one more accident-related death registered on Saturday (Apr 22). The most recent case is yet to be reported.
Source – The Phuket News – Thaiger News
New Balance strolls out of Thailand as distributor’s contract expires
Good news and bad news for fans of US sports shoe brand New Balance in Thailand. The bad news is that the local distributor of the popular American sneakers shuttered its retail stores on Tuesday (April 25) after its distribution contract expired without renewal.
Source – The Nation Thailand
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