Here is a look at the top NATIONAL Thailand stories, chosen by our Pattaya News/TPN National team, from last week, Monday, October 7th, to Sunday, October 13th, 2024.
They are not in any particular level of importance but are listed in the order of date of publication.
Let’s get started and see what the top stories were!
Floods Ravage 44 Provinces, 52 Dead as Relief Efforts Continue Nationwide in Thailand.
Thai authorities report flooding across 44 provinces, affecting over 240,000 households. 52 dead, 28 injured. 23 provinces still affected.
Pol. Gen. Kitrat Phanphet Appointed Thailand’s 15th National Police Chief.
Pol. Gen. Kitrat Phanphet has been appointed as Thailand’s new National Police Chief, replacing Pol. Gen. Torsak Sukvimol.
Thailand Sees Tourist Boom Despite Floods, 200,000 Chinese Visitors in One Week.
TAT forecasts strong Q4 growth, aiming for 36.7 million tourists in 2024.
ASEAN Summit: Thai PM Paetongtarn Pushes for Regional Collective Leadership.
Thai PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra calls for “Collective Leadership” at ASEAN Summits, focusing on sustainability, human security, and regional integration.
Thailand Legalizes Buffalo Racing and Traditional Card Games Under New Gambling Rules.
Thailand legalizes Buffalo Racing Festival from 6 PM to 6 AM, alongside 23 traditional games with specific time limits, aiming to boost tourism, preserve local traditions, and ensure public safety. This needs local legal permission.
That’s all for this week, be safe!
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