Podcasts about Thaksin Shinawatra

Jim and Ray welcome Thailand's renowned scholar and journalist Dr. Thitinan Pongsudhirak to help them understand why the past quarter century has seen Thailand's politics in a state of near-constant turmoil, and what the prospects are for the years ahead.Dr. Thitinan explains how the conservative forces of Thailand's monarchy, judiciary and military have used their institutional power to sideline repeated electoral victories by populist and reformist groups. He discusses how the one-time outsider Thaksin Shinawatra has overcome being deposed by military coup to return to power behind the scenes with the election of his daughter Paetongtarn as prime minister.He also unpacks Thailand's political youth movement, and how it actually won the most votes in the last election but was prevented from taking power by an alliance of the country's traditional powers and Thaksin. He explains how this young party–now called the People's Party–remains a potent force.Thailand's turmoil has led to economic stagnation as foreign investment has shied away from the uncertainty of its politics, but Dr. Thitinan believes stability in the medium term should usher in a period of growth.Geopolitically, Thailand has been among America's least reliable allies, he contends, because its anti-democratic forces have driven it in the direction of more autocratic regimes like China's. Meanwhile, the Thai government faces pressure from Beijing to send Uyghur refugees back to China, which is opposed by the U.S.Thailand is also dealing with threats to its security from across the border, where Myanmar's civil war threatens to spill over.Dr. Thitinan is a professor of international relations and international political economy at Bangkok-based Chulalongkorn University's Faculty of Political Science and a senior fellow at its Institute of Security and International Studies. He is also a senior advisor with our podcast's sponsor, BowerGroupAsia.Our podcast is produced by IEJ Media, sharing news that matters on statecraft & instruments of national power.Sponsored by BowerGroupAsia, a strategic advisory firm that specializes in the Indo-Pacific.

durée : 00:03:06 - Sous les radars - par : Sébastien LAUGENIE - Dans le pays personne n'est surpris de l'immense fortune de la dirigeante, héritière de son père Thaksin Shinawatra, lui-même ancien Premier ministre et dixième fortune du pays. Mais l'information gêne, dans l'un des pays les plus inégalitaires du monde.

durée : 00:03:06 - Sous les radars - par : Sébastien LAUGENIE - Dans le pays personne n'est surpris de l'immense fortune de la dirigeante, héritière de son père Thaksin Shinawatra, lui-même ancien Premier ministre et dixième fortune du pays. Mais l'information gêne, dans l'un des pays les plus inégalitaires du monde.

durée : 00:03:06 - Sous les radars - par : Sébastien LAUGENIE - Dans le pays personne n'est surpris de l'immense fortune de la dirigeante, héritière de son père Thaksin Shinawatra, lui-même ancien Premier ministre et dixième fortune du pays. Mais l'information gêne, dans l'un des pays les plus inégalitaires du monde.

Political stalemate is diminishing Thailand’s international stature and economy Synopsis: The Straits Times' global contributor Nirmal Ghosh shines a light on Asian perspectives of global and Asian issues with expert guests. Thailand, once seen as a rising middle power, is now stuck in political and economic stagnation that are affecting its international standing. Its years of political turmoil had caused its economy to underperform, with GDP growing by 1.9 per cent in 2023. While economists expect around GDP growth at 2.7 per cent in 2024 and 2.9 per cent in 2025 - the growth is inadequate to satisfy demands and expectations. Thailand is currently under the relatively new Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, the 38-year-old daughter of former PM Thaksin Shinawatra. But its “old guard” institutions have not allowed the country to progress politically, which are controlling political outcomes through agencies like the constitutional court, the election commission, the anti-corruption commission and the Senate, says Professor Thitinan Pongsudhirak, a senior fellow of the Institute of Security and International Studies at Chulalongkorn University's Faculty of Political Science. Meanwhile, Thailand's international standing has diminished - though the country’s size and geographic location mean it remains a key player in the region. The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) is also divided on contentious issues such as the ongoing civil war in Myanmar. While former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin has been appointed an informal advisor to next year’s Asean chair, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, expectations are low. The former premier, as well as Prime Minister Anwar himself, are from an older generation - but Asean needs a younger generation to lead it forward, says Professor Thitinan, who is currently a visiting professor as well at the London School of Economics, in this episode with host Nirmal Ghosh. Highlights (click/tap above): 6:02 How the military coup in May 2014 'sank' Thailand 10:29 Thailand lost out on tech revolutions like AI 15:07 Why Asean is currently at its weakest 19:22 How Thailand can play a regional role in the Myanmar crisis, and curb transnational crimes like scams 21:39 Msia PM Anwar picks Thaksin Shinawatra as informal Asean adviser Host: Nirmal Ghosh (nirmal@sph.com.sg) Produced and edited by: Fa’izah Sani Executive producer: Lynda Hong Follow Asian Insider on Fridays here: Channel: https://str.sg/JWa7 Apple Podcasts: https://str.sg/JWa8 Spotify: https://str.sg/JWaX Website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sg Follow Nirmal Ghosh on X: https://str.sg/JD7r Read Nirmal Ghosh's articles: https://str.sg/JbxG Register for Asian Insider newsletter: https://str.sg/stnewsletters --- Follow more ST podcast channels: All-in-one ST Podcasts channel: https://str.sg/wvz7 ST Podcast website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts ST Podcasts YouTube: https://str.sg/4Vwsa --- Get The Straits Times' app, which has a dedicated podcast player section: The App Store: https://str.sg/icyB Google Play: https://str.sg/icyX --- #STAsianInsiderSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Political stalemate is diminishing Thailand’s international stature and economy Synopsis: The Straits Times' global contributor Nirmal Ghosh shines a light on Asian perspectives of global and Asian issues with expert guests. Thailand, once seen as a rising middle power, is now stuck in political and economic stagnation that are affecting its international standing. Its years of political turmoil had caused its economy to underperform, with GDP growing by 1.9 per cent in 2023. While economists expect around GDP growth at 2.7 per cent in 2024 and 2.9 per cent in 2025 - the growth is inadequate to satisfy demands and expectations. Thailand is currently under the relatively new Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, the 38-year-old daughter of former PM Thaksin Shinawatra. But its “old guard” institutions have not allowed the country to progress politically, which are controlling political outcomes through agencies like the constitutional court, the election commission, the anti-corruption commission and the Senate, says Professor Thitinan Pongsudhirak, a senior fellow of the Institute of Security and International Studies at Chulalongkorn University's Faculty of Political Science. Meanwhile, Thailand's international standing has diminished - though the country’s size and geographic location mean it remains a key player in the region. The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) is also divided on contentious issues such as the ongoing civil war in Myanmar. While former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin has been appointed an informal advisor to next year’s Asean chair, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, expectations are low. The former premier, as well as Prime Minister Anwar himself, are from an older generation - but Asean needs a younger generation to lead it forward, says Professor Thitinan, who is currently a visiting professor as well at the London School of Economics, in this episode with host Nirmal Ghosh. Highlights (click/tap above): 6:02 How the military coup in May 2014 'sank' Thailand 10:29 Thailand lost out on tech revolutions like AI 15:07 Why Asean is currently at its weakest 19:22 How Thailand can play a regional role in the Myanmar crisis, and curb transnational crimes like scams 21:39 Msia PM Anwar picks Thaksin Shinawatra as informal Asean adviser Host: Nirmal Ghosh (nirmal@sph.com.sg) Produced and edited by: Fa’izah Sani Executive producer: Lynda Hong Follow Asian Insider on Fridays here: Channel: https://str.sg/JWa7 Apple Podcasts: https://str.sg/JWa8 Spotify: https://str.sg/JWaX Website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sg Follow Nirmal Ghosh on X: https://str.sg/JD7r Read Nirmal Ghosh's articles: https://str.sg/JbxG Register for Asian Insider newsletter: https://str.sg/stnewsletters --- Follow more ST podcast channels: All-in-one ST Podcasts channel: https://str.sg/wvz7 ST Podcast website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts ST Podcasts YouTube: https://str.sg/4Vwsa --- Get The Straits Times' app, which has a dedicated podcast player section: The App Store: https://str.sg/icyB Google Play: https://str.sg/icyX --- #STAsianInsiderSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we'll be talking about a Thaksin Shinawatra's new role as an adviser to Malaysia's Prime Minister, tougher alcohol laws set to be deployed in Thailand, and a little later the repatriation of yet another death row inmate from Indonesia.

Donald Trump's upheld conviction, Germany's early election, a mass grave in Syria, Anwar Ibrahim appoints Thaksin Shinawatra as his personal adviser, anticipated salary increments in Singapore, and Singapore stock updates. Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times. Written by: Howie Lim / Claressa Monteiro (claremb@sph.com.sg) Recording engineer: Joann Chai Pei Chieh Produced and edited by: Claressa Monteiro Produced by: BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media --- Follow Lens On Daily and rate us on: Channel: bt.sg/btlenson Amazon: bt.sg/lensam Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/lensap Spotify: bt.sg/lenssp YouTube Music: bt.sg/lensyt Website: bt.sg/lenson Feedback to: btpodcasts@sph.com.sg Do note: This podcast is meant to provide general information only. SPH Media accepts no liability for loss arising from any reliance on the podcast or use of third party’s products and services. Please consult professional advisors for independent advice. Discover more BT podcast series: BT Mark To Market at: bt.sg/btmark2mkt WealthBT at: bt.sg/btpropertybt PropertyBT at: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Money Hacks at: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks BT Market Focus at: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Podcasts at: bt.sg/podcasts BT Branded Podcasts at: bt.sg/brpod BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlenson See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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With Nedum Onuoha, former City player. Controversy surrounded Manchester City when the former Prime Minister of Thailand, Thaksin Shinawatra, bought the club in 2007. Optimism swept across the blue half of Manchester led by new manager Sven Goran Eriksson. It was a false dawn but did it lead to a turning point for City?Former City defender, Nedum Onuoha, was at the club during this time. He chats to Sally about his memories during that time. This episode is part of a series of podcasts, called: The Fall and Rise of Man City.HOSTS: How To Buy A Football Club is hosted by BBC Breakfast host Sally Nugent, BBC economics editor Faisal Islam and BBC Sport football reporter Simon Stone.PRODUCTION TEAM: This episode was made by Josh Jenkins. The commissioning executive is Stevie Middleton. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.JOIN THE CLUB: Send us a message or voice note via WhatsApp to 0330 123 9480, email howtobuyafootballclub@bbc.co.uk, or use the hashtag #HowToBuyAFootballClub.

Japan PM Kishida steps down and opens up new leadership contest within the LDP.  Is it 'plus ca change' in the case of Japanese politics?  Clan politics seem to be the name of the game in two Southeast Asian countries -- Thailand and Indonesia.  Thailand's new PM is the formerly exiled Thaksin Shinawatra's daughter and the Shinawatra family seem to be on the mend with other significant actors in Thailand.  Indonesia's outgoing president Jokowi was supposed to be the outsider but now seems to be ensuring that his family/clan will be signficant insiders in Indonesian politics.  Lastly, NZ PM Chris Luxon gave an important foreign policy speech in Sydney.  So now that Luxon talks the talk, the question remains is can he also walk the walk considering the difficult economic situation NZ finds itself in today. 

The leader of the ruling Pheu Thai Party, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, was elected as the 31st prime minister of Thailand and is also the country's second woman in the post, the House of Representatives announced on Friday.8月16日，泰国国会议员召开会议表决新总理人选，结果以过半数票通过为泰党提名的贝东丹·西那瓦(Paetongtarn Shinawatra)出任总理，贝东丹是前总理他信的女儿，成为泰国史上最年轻的总理。As Thailand's youngest prime minister, the 37-year-old Paetongtarn gained 319 votes in the election. There are 493 elected House representatives and a total of 489 MPs were present in the chamber on Friday.泰国国会议员共有493名民选议员，此次会议共有489名议员出席会议。作为泰国最年轻的总理，37岁的贝东丹在选举中获得319票。Her success came two days after the Constitutional Court removed Srettha Thavisin from the prime minister's post, after finding him guilty of violating ethical standards due to the appointment of a former lawyer who was once jailed to his cabinet.两天前，宪法法院14日以违反宪法伦理规定为由，对过去因涉嫌不正之风而被判处有期徒刑的总理赛塔·他威信（Srettha Thavisin）做出了解职决定，此前，赛塔·他威信任命了一名曾入狱的前律师进入内阁。Both Paetongtarn and Srettha are from the Pheu Thai Party, which came in second at the 2023 election but formed a ruling coalition.贝东丹和塞塔都来自为泰党，为泰党在议会选举中获得了第二多议席，组成了执政联盟。Paetongtarn is the youngest daughter of former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra, whose younger sister Yingluck Shinawatra was also prime minister from 2011 to 2014.Sorawong Thienthong, Pheu Thai's secretary-general, nominated Paetongtarn as the sole prime ministerial candidate on Friday morning when Parliament President Wan Muhamad Noor Matha began the House meeting at 10 am.贝东丹是前总理他信·西那瓦的小女儿，其妹妹英拉·西那瓦也曾于2011-2014 年担任泰国总理。8月16日上午，当国会主席万·穆罕默德·诺·马塔 (Wan Muhamad Noor Matha) 于上午10时召开国会会议时，为泰党秘书长索拉翁·天通 (Sorawong Thienthong) 提名贝东丹为唯一总理候选人。Anutin Charnvirakul, leader of the Bhumjaithai Party, the coalition's second-largest group, said that to ensure continuity in governance, coalition parties are prepared to collaborate with and support Paetongtarn in her bid for the premiership.第二大党派自豪泰党党魁阿努廷·查恩维拉库尔也是可能的人选，但为确保执政连续性，党派联盟准备与贝东丹合作并支持她竞选总理。Paetongtarn said she would continue with the government's policies. "The country has to move ahead. We are determined, together and we will push the country forward," Paetongtarn told The Nation after winning Pheu Thai's nomination.贝东丹在获得为泰党提名后告诉《国家》杂志，她已经准备好推动国家前进：“这个国家必须继续前进。我对为泰党有信心，我相信联合政府有能力带领我们的国家走出经济危机。”"She will be under scrutiny. Also, she will be under a lot of pressure and have to rely on her father," Thitinan Pongsudhirak, a political scientist at Chulalongkorn University, said in an interview with The Nation.朱拉隆功大学的泰国政治学家提提南（Thitinan Pongsudhirak）在接受《国家》杂志采访时表示：“贝东丹将受到社会密切关注，她将承受巨大压力，可能不得不依靠父亲。”Paetongtarn spent her childhood steeped in the country's tumultuous politics. Educated at elite schools in Thailand and then going to university in the United Kingdom, she spent some years working at the Shinawatra family's Rende hotel group, where her husband serves as deputy chief investment officer.贝东丹的童年是在泰国动荡的政治环境中度过的。她在泰国的精英学校接受教育，后前往英国上大学，在西瓦那家族的Rende酒店集团工作了几年，其丈夫担任副首席投资官。Last October, after Pheu Thai navigated a circuitous route to form government, Paetongtarn was anointed the party's leader. She reaffirmed that Pheu Thai will continue with its important mission in improving people's livelihoods.去年10月，在为泰党经过重重困难组建政府后，贝东丹被任命为该党党魁。她表示，为泰党将继续履行改善人民生活的重要使命。Despite being relatively new to politics, a person from the young generation like Paetongtarn will be a strength instead of a hindrance, Kriengkrai Thiennukul, chairman of the Federation of Thai Industries, said.泰国工业联合会主席张学善（Kriengkrai Thiennukul）表示，尽管贝东丹的政治生涯刚刚起步，但年轻一代成为中坚力量并非难事。He believes that she will be a bridge between the new and old generations. "Most policies put forward by the government will continue as planned," he said.他相信贝东丹的执政将成为新旧两代之间的桥梁。“政府提出的大多数政策都将按计划继续实施，” 他说。China congratulates Paetongtarn on her election as Thai prime minister, and believes that the Thai people will make greater achievements on the development path in line with their own national conditions, China's Foreign Ministry said in a statement on Friday.8月16日，中国外交部表示，中方对于贝东丹女士当选泰国总理表示祝贺，相信泰国人民将在符合自身国情发展道路上取得新的更大成就。The statement added that China is willing to further work with Thailand to build a China-Thailand community with a shared future.中方愿同泰方一道，弘扬传统友好，加强战略沟通，深化务实合作，推动中泰命运共同体建设不断走深走实。Pheu Thai Party,n.为泰党

In a span of a week, the popular Move Forward Party was dissolved, Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin was dismissed and ex-premier Thaksin Shinawatra's daughter Paetongtarn was installed as the new PM.  Teresa Tang breaks down all the developments with CNA's Saksith Saiyasombut.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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On the version of Hot off the Wire posted Aug. 16 at 7:30 a.m. CT: DOHA, Qatar (AP) — International mediators have held a new round of talks aimed at halting the Israel-Hamas war and securing the release of scores of hostages. A potential deal is seen as the best hope of heading off an even larger regional conflict. The U.S., Qatar and Egypt met on Thursday with an Israeli delegation in Qatar. During talks, Gaza health authorities announced the Palestinian death toll from more than 10 months of war has surpassed 40,000. Hamas didn't participate directly and accuses Israel of adding new demands to a previous proposal that had international support and to which Hamas had agreed in principle. Talks were expected to run into Friday. NEW YORK (AP) — A reputed Peruvian gang leader suspected in nearly two dozen killings in his home country has been arrested in New York by U.S. immigration authorities. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement said Gianfranco Torres-Navarro was arrested in Endicott, New York.  KANNAPOLIS, N.C. (AP) — North Carolina officials say a prisoner serving a life sentence for murder who escaped from a transport van this week has been captured at a hotel. The corrections department says 30-year-old Ramone Alston escaped from the van on Tuesday as it arrived at the UNC Gastroenterology hospital in Hillsborough, North Carolina, where he was being taken for a medical appointment. BANGKOK (AP) — Thailand’s Parliament has elected Paetongtarn Shinawatra, the youngest daughter of the divisive former leader Thaksin Shinawatra, as the country’s new prime minister. Paetongtarn becomes Thailand’s third leader from the Shinawatra family, after her father, who was ousted by coup before returning from exile last year, and her aunt Yingluck Shinawatra, who lives in exile.  In other news: What to know about Tim Walz's 1995 drunken driving arrest and how he responded. Donald Trump asks judge to delay sentencing in hush money case until after November election. Lawmakers ask Pentagon leaders to commit to keeping the military out of politics and the election. White House says prescription drug deals will produce billions in savings for taxpayers, seniors. US shoppers sharply boosted spending at retailers in July despite higher prices. Newly identified remains of missing World War II soldier from Oregon set to return home. Matthew Perry's assistant among 5 people, including 2 doctors, charged in 'Friends' star's death. ‘Hollywood Squares’ host and Broadway star Peter Marshall dies at 98. Police arrest 4 suspects in killing of former 'General Hospital' actor Johnny Wactor. Starbucks is giving its new CEO a huge pay package and not making him move to Seattle. Average rate on a 30-year mortgage ticks up to 6.49%, near its lowest level in more than a year. Two NL division leaders wrap up a four-game series with a split, the Phillies ride a cycle to extend their NL East lead, the WNBA returns to action with gold medal-like performances from several gold medalists, and the US men's soccer team names the coach who will lead it into the 2026 World Cup on American soil.  Notre Dame suspends men's swim team for one year after review finds NCAA gambling violations. A trainee doctor is raped and killed in India, sparking protests and an attack at a medical college. —The Associated Press About this program Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate.

Wing Vasiksiri, General Partner of WV, and Jeremy Au discussed three main themes: 1. Thaksin Lese-Majeste & PM Lawsuits: Recent legal events (Thailand's court delay in the verdict on dissolving the Kao Klai (Move Forward Party), Thaksin Shinawatra lawsuit and PM Srettha Thavisin cabinet hearing) contribute to political instability, affecting investor confidence and stock market performance. They also discussed the economic impact of Thailand's highest interest rate in a decade at 2.5%, and the ongoing conflict between the Prime Minister and the Bank of Thailand over whether to lower rates to stimulate growth. The country's economic growth forecast stands at 2.6%, lagging behind neighbors like Indonesia and Vietnam. 2. 2029 Super-Aged Population: Thailand reached the "aged" demographic milestone in 2023 (20% of its population 60+ years old), and is projected to become a "super-aged" society by 2029. This shift presents challenges such as increased social welfare burdens and reduced productivity. However, it also creates opportunities in sectors like healthcare and elder care.  They also noted the trend towards health-conscious consumer behavior, indicating potential for businesses to cater to this demographic shift. 3. D2C Consumer & VC Opportunities: They discussed the success of Thai and Singaporean D2C companies like "After You," a dessert chain that went public by localizing consumer food preferences. Wing highlighted a common issue where many companies seek venture capital (VC) without being suitable for it. He clarified that venture capital is a specific type of financing intended for highly volatile and high-growth potential businesses. He also emphasized that raising venture capital does not inherently validate a company's worth and pointed out that VC suitability depends on the business's ability to capture significant enterprise value quickly, often driven by market dislocations such as technological advancements or regulatory changes. Jeremy and Wing also compared consumer market trends in Thailand vs. Singapore, regulatory changes for marijuana and alcohol production, and public-private partnerships in supporting infrastructure projects. Watch, listen or read the full insight at https://www.bravesea.com/blog/super-aged-thailand Nonton, dengar atau baca wawasan lengkapnya di https://www.bravesea.com/blog/super-aged-thailand-id 观看、收听或阅读全文，请访问 https://www.bravesea.com/blog/super-aged-thailand-cn Get transcripts, startup resources & community discussions at www.bravesea.com WhatsApp: https://chat.whatsapp.com/CeL3ywi7yOWFd8HTo6yzde TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jeremyau Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremyauz Twitter: https://twitter.com/jeremyau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bravesea TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jeremyau Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremyauz Twitter: https://twitter.com/jeremyau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bravesea English: Spotify | YouTube | Apple Podcasts Reach out to joe@heymax.ai to learn more about Heymax

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- Tòa án Hình sự Thái Lan ngày 18/6 đã chính thức thông báo quyết định truy tố cựu Thủ tướng Thaksin Shinawatra với tội danh khi quân. Chủ đề : Thái Lan, truy tố --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vov1tintuc/support

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Greg and Ed revisit the 2006 coup in Thailand and reminisce about the oddness but also impactfulness of the experience. Ed begins with a quick recap of the career of Thaksin Shinawatra, the billionaire business tycoon who swept to power (democratically) in 2000 on a promise to fix the Thai economy which was still reeling from the 1997 financial crisis. He did in fact manage to stabilize the economy and easily won re-election in 2004. Although controversies did mar his terms, his ability to repay loans to the World Bank and IMF lent him significant credibility.  However, in 2006, a constitutional crisis ensued in parliament, and eventually, while Thaksin was away in New York giving a speech to the United Nations, the military seized control of the government. Ed relates his utter shock at waking up to headlines of “COUP D'ETAT,” and Greg talks about the strange expectation of tanks rolling through the streets and whether or not it was even going to be safe going outside. Alas, the coup was real but also almost entirely peaceful, with soldiers manning the streets accepting flowers and taking selfies with pedestrians. The guys wonder at the difference between pre-coup Thailand and post-coup Thailand, the relative peace beforehand and the almost constant political drama since. In their time in Thailand, the guys can't think of another single event that changed life in the Land of Smiles as much as the 2006 coup.  Don't forget that Patrons get the ad-free version of the show as well as swag and other perks. And we'll keep our Facebook, Twitter, and LINE accounts active so you can send us comments, questions, or whatever you want to share.

Sự rạn nứt giữa gia đình Shinawatra mà người đứng đầu là ông Thaksin Shinawatra, và giới cầm quyền bảo thủ của Thái Lan cuối cùng dường như đã được giải quyết. Tháng 5 này cũng đánh dấu kỷ niệm 10 năm cuộc đảo chính quân sự năm 2014 ở Thái Lan.

Manchester City are in the process of extending their most important and lucrative sponsorship deal, with Etihad, the Abu Dhabi-based airline, whose brand is synonymous with the club following the takeover by Sheikh Mansour's Abu Dhabi United Group (ADUG), which bought 90 per cent of the club from Thaksin Shinawatra, the former prime minister of Thailand, in 2008. But, for obvious reasons, this is not just another sponsorship renewal. The City-Etihad relationship plays a central role in a much bigger story: The Premier League has accused Manchester City of more than 100 violations of its financial regulations, rules breaches that it says began more than a decade ago and continue to present day.Manchester City says it has done nothing wrong and declared itself “surprised” at the airing of what it referred to as “alleged breaches.” So the looming court case will match the one of the world's richest sporting competitions against its most successful member clubs. The catalyst for today's conversation is a piece written by Nick Harris, former Mail on Sunday investigative journalist, and one of our guests today.Joining Nick is Stefan Borson, a corporate lawyer and investment banker who helped manage the sale of Manchester City in 2008. It's fair to say they don't agree. This week's podcast is sponsored by We Are Sweet, the leading provider of digital platforms for the sports industry.  Are you responsible for digital but not sure what to do with all the data you've collected?  We Are Sweet excels in crafting best-in-class software, ranging from unique engagement experiences to next-generation websites. With more than a decade of innovating alongside names like IMG, ATP, Professional Triathletes Organisation and F1,  you can trust that their software delivers.Whether you're looking to kickstart your community and transform the way you communicate with professional players, bring data to life in a second-screen experience, or need a website that monetises fans, We Are Sweet is the digital partner you need.   Visit www.wearesweet.co.ukUnofficial Partner is the leading podcast for the business of sport. A mix of entertaining and thought provoking conversations with a who's who of the global industry. To join our community of listeners, sign up to the weekly UP Newsletter and follow us on Twitter and TikTok at @UnofficialPartnerWe publish two podcasts each week, on Tuesday and Friday. These are deep conversations with smart people from inside and outside sport. Our entire back catalogue of 300 sports business conversations are available free of charge here. Each pod is available by searching for ‘Unofficial Partner' on Apple, Spotify, Google, Stitcher and every podcast app. If you're interested in collaborating with Unofficial Partner to create one-off podcasts or series, you can reach us via the website.

#韓國古巴建交 2/13韓國宣布與古巴建交，這是自1959年古巴革命雙方斷交後的重大外交突破：復交。韓國與美國是堅強的盟邦，而古巴與北韓關係甚好，2016年古巴卡斯楚去世時，北韓還因此舉國哀悼三天；如今，與北韓關係密切的古巴和其死對頭南韓建交，如此重大的外交事件相當值得關注… #印尼大選 2/14印尼舉行總統與國會大選，由於選舉人口眾多，實際結果過一陣子才公布，但出口民調幾乎可以證實由普拉伯沃與吉伯朗（Prabowo Subianto｜Gibran Rakabuming）這組勝出，且獲得的票數超過50%，不用進入第二輪投票，他們將在10月成為印尼新任正副總統… #納瓦尼之死 盛名國際的反普丁人士納瓦尼（Alexei Navalny）被普丁找個罪名流放到北極圈的監獄，2/16驚傳猝逝。普丁一向容不下任何反對他的人士，因此此事件的發生也引發關注，各種陰謀論的傳言蜂擁而出，家屬也要求俄羅斯政府給交代… #泰國內政 2/18泰國前首相塔信（Thaksin Shinawatra）獲釋，他是清邁出生，代表中產階級，2001至2006年擔任泰國首相，而後遭到軍方政變下台並以貪腐罪名起訴，2008年後塔信便流亡海外；去年8月22日他決定回國，遭法院以利益衝突和濫用職權罪名處以八年有期徒刑… #俄烏情勢 俄烏戰爭情勢中，2/19俄國拿下九個月以來最大收穫：完全控制烏東城鎮阿夫迪夫卡鎮（Avdiivka）焦炭廠，這對俄烏戰爭有什麼樣的影響也相當值得關注…

#韓國古巴建交 2/13韓國宣布與古巴建交，這是自1959年古巴革命雙方斷交後的重大外交突破：復交。韓國與美國是堅強的盟邦，而古巴與北韓關係甚好，2016年古巴卡斯楚去世時，北韓還因此舉國哀悼三天；如今，與北韓關係密切的古巴和其死對頭南韓建交，如此重大的外交事件相當值得關注… #印尼大選 2/14印尼舉行總統與國會大選，由於選舉人口眾多，實際結果過一陣子才公布，但出口民調幾乎可以證實由普拉伯沃與吉伯朗（Prabowo Subianto｜Gibran Rakabuming）這組勝出，且獲得的票數超過50%，不用進入第二輪投票，他們將在10月成為印尼新任正副總統… #納瓦尼之死 盛名國際的反普丁人士納瓦尼（Alexei Navalny）被普丁找個罪名流放到北極圈的監獄，2/16驚傳猝逝。普丁一向容不下任何反對他的人士，因此此事件的發生也引發關注，各種陰謀論的傳言蜂擁而出，家屬也要求俄羅斯政府給交代… #泰國內政 2/18泰國前首相塔信（Thaksin Shinawatra）獲釋，他是清邁出生，代表中產階級，2001至2006年擔任泰國首相，而後遭到軍方政變下台並以貪腐罪名起訴，2008年後塔信便流亡海外；去年8月22日他決定回國，遭法院以利益衝突和濫用職權罪名處以八年有期徒刑… #俄烏情勢 俄烏戰爭情勢中，2/19俄國拿下九個月以來最大收穫：完全控制烏東城鎮阿夫迪夫卡鎮（Avdiivka）焦炭廠，這對俄烏戰爭有什麼樣的影響也相當值得關注…

အစ္စရေးက ၅၇ နှစ်ကြာ ပါလက်စတိုင်းကို သိမ်းပိုက်ထားတဲ့ကိစ္စ ကုလသမဂ္ဂ ထိပ်တန်းတရားရုံးမှာ ကြားနာ၊ မန္တလေးမြို့က နိုင်ငံကူးလက်မှတ်ရုံးမှာ လူအုပ်ပြိုရာက အမျိုးသမီး ၂ ဦး သေဆုံး၊ ထိုင်း ဝန်ကြီးချုပ်ဟောင်း Thaksin Shinawatraကို ပြန်လွှတ်ပေးလိုက်ပေမဲ့ ထိုင်းဘုရင်မိသားစုအပေါ် အသရေဖျက်မှု ရှိမရှိ ဆက်လက်စစ်ဆေးမည်

Stay updated on the latest news in Thailand with the Thai Expat Daily Show. Learn about the release of Thaksin Shinawatra on Sunday and the arrest of two reporters for Lese Majeste. We cover all the top stories in Thailand and Pattaya, delivering breaking news and updates to keep you informed. Tune in to stay in the know!--Join the Thai Expat Daily Show Members Club and get YOUR badge here:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB8khQ_NapVMDiW09oqL-rw/join--Interested in starting your own podcast like the Thai Expat Daily Show? I use Buzzsprout and I can't recommend it highly enough. It makes everything super easy. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thaiexpatshow--Check out our website and forum - https://www.thaiexpatdailyshow.com--LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for new videos every dayhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB8khQ_NapVMDiW09oqL-rw--Listen to our podcast on Spotify, Apple, and Amazon or on our podcast website: https://thaiexpatdailyshow.buzzsprout.com--Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thaiexpatdailyshow--#thaiexpatdailyshow #thailandnews #phuketnewsSupport the show

In this episode of 90 Minutes with Neville Southall, Nev talks with former Everton, Rangers, PSV Eindhoven and Manchester City star Michael Ball about the ongoing challenges at Goodison Park and his experiences during a long career in top-flight football. Michael and Nev react to the latest Premier League charge against Everton and take a trip round the world of football, from the future of coaching and the shortcomings of the modern academy system to the evolution of fullbacks and goalkeepers playing out from the back. Former England international Michael Ball also discusses the “winning mindsets” he experienced at Rangers and PSV, his time playing in the home of total football, the eventful Thaksin Shinawatra era at Man. City, and why there are so few “characters” in the modern game.

Stay updated on the latest Thailand news with Phuket News Show! In this episode, we cover the Israeli Ambassador being summoned and the recent news surrounding Thaksin Shinawatra. Plus, join us for a special feature on the vibrant city of Pattaya coming soon.--Join the Thai Expat Daily Show Members Club and get YOUR badge here:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB8khQ_NapVMDiW09oqL-rw/join--Interested in starting your own podcast like the Thai Expat Daily Show? I use Buzzsprout and I can't recommend it highly enough. It makes everything super easy. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thaiexpatshow--Check out our website and forum - https://www.thaiexpatdailyshow.com--LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for new videos every dayhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB8khQ_NapVMDiW09oqL-rw--Listen to our podcast on Spotify, Apple, and Amazon or on our podcast website: https://thaiexpatdailyshow.buzzsprout.com--Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thaiexpatdailyshow--Thailand is an ally of all countries, Foreign Minister saysThailand does not support the Israeli Embassy's tuk-tuk campaign as the country is an ally of all countries, Foreign Minister Parnpree Bahiddha-Nukara said on Tuesday.Source - The Nation ThailandDon't call Thaksin an inmate, says Corrections DeptThe Department of Corrections has asked people not to refer to former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra as a prison inmate - even though he is serving a jail sentence while in hospital.Source - The Bangkok PostGraft-busters warn govt, digital handout could be illegalThe National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) has warned the government of possible illegalities in its planned 10,000-baht digital wallet handout.Source - The Bangkok PostCAAT implements new boarding pass criteria to verify identityThailand's Civil Aviation Authority (CAAT) in introducing new criteria for checking boarding passes and identification at all airports in Thailand, effective today (January 16).Source - The Nation ThailandChinese tourists injured as Phuket bus overturnsA bus carrying 17 Chinese tourists overturned in Tha Chatchai, at the northern end of Phuket, this morning (Jan 16) as they were heading to Phang Nga for a boat trip to the Similan Islands.Source - The Phuket News--#ThaiExpatDailyShow #ThailandNews #PhuketNewsSupport the show

In this episode of Thai Exoat Daily Show Thailand News Update, we'll cover the latest updates on Phuket, including the recent deaths and Thaksin's stay at the Police Hospital. Stay informed with Phuket Xtra, the leading Pattaya breaking news source on Thailand and Pattaya news.--Want to support the show? Join the Thai Expat Daily Show Members Club and get YOUR badge here:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB8khQ_NapVMDiW09oqL-rw/join--https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thaiexpatshow--Interested in starting your own podcast like the Thai Expat Daily Show? I use Buzzsprout and I can't recommend it highly enough. It makes everything super easy. Sign up today to get on the path to making great podcasts!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1751572--Check out our website and forum - https://www.thaiexpatdailyshow.com--LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for new videos every dayhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB8khQ_NapVMDiW09oqL-rw--Listen to our podcast on Spotify, Apple, and Amazon or on our podcast website: https://thaiexpatdailyshow.buzzsprout.com--Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thaiexpatdailyshow--#ThaiExpatDailyShow #ThailandNews #ThaksinShinawatraSupport the show

In the latest No History podcast, Joe is joined by Stefan and Howard to look at the year Thaksin Shinawatra owned City. What led to it, off field distractions & the many consequences. *This is the first 15 minutes of the show. For the full episode, and all our other content on the 93:20 player, you can join below - for less than the price of a pint of beer each month.* ninetythreetwenty.com/9320-player/about-9320-player/

This Thailand news video is about the air pollution in Bangkok and Pattaya and how it's affecting the health of the people living there. Can Phuket be saved? Watch this video to find out!--Air pollution will be worse this seasonThe Pollution Control Department has warned that ultra fine dust levels will be worse this harvest season than last year because of drier weather, and will peak in February.Source – The Bangkok PostPetrol price cut next weekThe cabinet on Tuesday approved in principle a 2.5 baht per litre reduction in the pump price of gasohol 91 for three months, probably from Oct 31, the energy minister said.Source – The Bangkok PostJailed Thaksin goes under the knife on MondayJailed former Thai prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra underwent orthopaedic surgery on Monday and is recovering in an intensive care unit at the Police Hospital in Bangkok.Source – Thai PBS WorldPhuket ‘SorPorKor' land for tourism under reviewPHUKET: Minister of Agriculture and Cooperatives Thamanat Prompow was in Phuket yesterday (Oct 20) to review plans to allow farmers to develop ‘SorPorKor' land into areas that generate income from tourism.Source – The Phuket News--Want to support the show? Then why not buy me a coffee! You can do so by following the link belowhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/thaiexpatshow--Interested in starting your own podcast like the Thai Expat Daily Show? I use Buzzsprout and I can't recommend it highly enough. It makes everything super easy. Sign up today to get on the path to making great podcasts!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1751572--Check out our website and forum - https://www.thaiexpatdailyshow.com--LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for new videos every dayhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB8khQ_NapVMDiW09oqL-rw--Listen to our podcast on Spotify, Apple, and Amazon or on our podcast website: https://thaiexpatdailyshow.buzzsprout.com--Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thaiexpatdailyshow--#thaiexpatdailyshow #phuketnews #thailandnewsSupport the show

74-year-old had appealed for a royal pardon from the Thai king. Also: Hong Kong is hit by a massive hurricane and why some bloggers in Russia are allowed to criticise the war in Ukraine.

In this Thailand news show, we're covering the latest news from Phuket including the latest developments in the case of Thaksin Shinawatra and his application for a Royal PARDON.We also have an update on the situation at Phuket Airport. Be sure to check out this Thailand news show for all the latest updates on Phuket and Thailand politics!--Delivery riders seek crash aidA group of delivery motorcycle riders has called on the Ministry of Labour to provide them with legal protection and financial compensation if they are involved in road accidents.Source - The Bangkok PostBreaking News - Thaksin submits application for royal clemencyConvicted former prime minister Ex-PM Thaksin Shinawatra, who recently began serving an 8-year prison term and is currently receiving medical treatment in the Police General Hospital in Bangkok, has already submitted a petition for royal clemency.Source - Thai PBS WorldHandout set to be based on tokensThe new government is expected to issue utility tokens to support its digital wallet scheme, with the plan requiring the approval of the Bank of Thailand as tokens are currently prohibited for use as payment...Source - The Bangkok PostPhuket airport chief confirms app taxis welcome from Sept 1Monchai Tanode, General Manager of Phuket International Airport, today (Aug 30) announced that taxi drivers who are hired through ride-sharing apps will be allowed to pick up passengers at Phuket International Airport, starting this Friday (Sept 1).Source - The Phuket NewsElite Card price to be increased by 50%Thailand Elite Card is preparing to raise its minimum membership price by 50% to 900,000 baht, from 600,000 baht.Source - The Bangkok Post--Want to support the show? Then why not buy me a coffee! You can do so by following the link belowhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/thaiexpatshow--Interested in starting your own podcast like the Thai Expat Daily Show? I use Buzzsprout and I can't recommend it highly enough. It makes everything super easy. Sign up today to get on the path to making great podcasts!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1751572--Check out our website and forum - https://www.thaiexpatdailyshow.com--LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for new videos every dayhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB8khQ_NapVMDiW09oqL-rw--Listen to our podcast on Spotify, Apple, and Amazon or on our podcast website: https://thaiexpatdailyshow.buzzsprout.com--#thaiexpatdailyshow #thailandnews #phuketnewsSupport the show

In this news video, we're covering the latest in Thailand including Thai companies imprisoning critics and the Elite Visa application process. Plus, we'll take a look at the new airport taxi service in Phuket.Don't miss the latest news from Thailand as it unfolds in this video! Thanks for watching!--Srettha plays down talk of reform as Sutin emerges as defence ministerAs Pheu Thai Party decides to nominate one of its deputy leaders, Sutin Klungsang, as defence minister, Prime Minister-elect Srettha Thavisin is playing down expectations that there will be any radical reform of the military under his new administration.Source - Thai PBS WorldPhuket airport to welcome all taxi app driversPhuket International Airport will open its doors to taxis from all ride-hailing applications, allowing them to pick up passengers from this Friday (Sept 1), reports the Phuket Info Center, operated under the Phuket office of the Ministry of Interior.Source - The Phuket NewsThai companies should not be able to jail their criticsThailand's judiciary has been playing a pivotal role in recent weeks as powerful elites sought to obstruct, harass and silence elements of society they consider a threat, including the Move Forward Party, which captured the most votes in the election held in May.Source - Nikkei AsiaThailand Elite visa membership fees set to increaseThailand Privilege Card Co (TPC), the operator of the Thailand Elite membership program for foreigners, is planning to revamp its packages and increase prices.Subdistrict chiefs grilled over illegal houses near Phuket airportPHUKET: Thalang District Chief Bancha Thanu-in has ordered the chiefs of the Thepkrasattri Tambon Administration Organisation (OrBorTor) and the Sakhu OrBorTor to investigate 49 houses believed to have been built illegally within their areas.Source - The Phuket News--Want to support the show? Then why not buy me a coffee! You can do so by following the link belowhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/thaiexpatshow--Interested in starting your own podcast like the Thai Expat Daily Show? I use Buzzsprout and I can't recommend it highly enough. It makes everything super easy. Sign up today to get on the path to making great podcasts!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1751572--Check out our website and forum - https://www.thaiexpatdailyshow.com--LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for new videos every dayhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB8khQ_NapVMDiW09oqL-rw--Listen to our podcast on Spotify, Apple, and Amazon or on our podcast website: https://thaiexpatdailyshow.buzzsprout.com--Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thaiexpatdailyshow--#thaiexpatdailyshow #thailandnews #phuketnewsSupport the show

A joint session of Thailand's parliament on Tuesday 22 August, selected the Pheu Thai Party candidate Srettha Thavisin to become the next prime minister—a decision that was endorsed by the King of Thailand. This comes after 3 months of deadlock, after the progressive and union-supported Move Forward Party was prevented from forming government. On the same day that Thavisin was elected Prime Minister, former Prime Minister, Thaksin Shinawatra returned to Thailand after 15 years of self-imposed exile, only to be arrested at the airport upon arrival.Junya Lek Yimprasert, the founding member of ACT4DEM – Action for Democracy on Thailand, and an activist who is in self-imposed exile in Finland, and she joins Accent of Women to help clarify these events in Thai politics.

Ông Thaksin Shinawatra trở lại Thái Lan sau 15 năm sống lưu vong diễn ra vào một thời điểm then chốt. Đó là ông trùm bất động sản Srettha Thavisin được bầu làm thủ tướng tiếp theo của Thái Lan. Ứng cử viên của Đảng Pheu Thai này đã giành chiến thắng ở lưỡng viện Quốc hội và dự kiến sẽ sớm tuyên thệ nhậm chức.

In this video, we're covering the latest news in Phuket and Pattaya, including the 10,000 THB digital wallet plan and the crackdown on road safety. Stay safe in Thailand this summer and don't fall victim to crime!--Activists seek answers about ‘favours' for ThaksinActivists on Thursday pressed authorities to look into whether Thaksin Shinawatra received a special favour when he was admitted to Police General Hospital just hours after he started his eight-year prison term.Source - The Bangkok PostPT to stick to digital wallet planSrettha Thavisin of the Pheu Thai Party announced the party's 10,000-baht digital wallet policy at a campaign rally in April.Source - The Bangkok PostRoad safety campaign inches forwardThe Phuket Provincial Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Office (DDPM-Phuket) is to create a map to be handed out to tourists highlighting the main roads across the island and the locations of the “high risk” points. The map is to be featured in three languages, the Phuket Road Safety Committee has announced.Source - The Phuket News - Thaiger NewsGrab driver smashes tour bus window in road rage disputeLocal police were called to defuse a road rage incident between a tour bus driver and a Grab motorcycle driver on the main road through Pa Khlok (Route 4027) yesterday (Aug 23).Source - The Phuket News - Thaiger News--Want to support the show? Then why not buy me a coffee! You can do so by following the link belowhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/thaiexpatshow--Interested in starting your own podcast like the Thai Expat Daily Show? I use Buzzsprout and I can't recommend it highly enough. It makes everything super easy. Sign up today to get on the path to making great podcasts!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1751572--Check out our website and forum - https://www.thaiexpatdailyshow.com--LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for new videos every dayhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB8khQ_NapVMDiW09oqL-rw--Listen to our podcast on Spotify, Apple, and Amazon or on our podcast website: https://thaiexpatdailyshow.buzzsprout.com--Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thaiexpatdailyshow--#thaiexpatdailyshow #thailandnews #phuketnewsSupport the show

durée : 00:02:57 - Géopolitique - par : Pierre  Haski  - Le retour d'exil de Thaksin Shinawatra, ancien Premier ministre des années 2000 est un coup de théâtre. Comme l'est la désignation d'un Premier ministre issu de son parti, Pheu Thaï.

durée : 00:02:57 - Géopolitique - par : Pierre  Haski  - Le retour d'exil de Thaksin Shinawatra, ancien Premier ministre des années 2000 est un coup de théâtre. Comme l'est la désignation d'un Premier ministre issu de son parti, Pheu Thaï.

Thaksin Shinawatra returns home... Thailand's former leader, back from exile, was immediately detained. He supports the new government - which is backed by the military that ousted him. The winners of the election are out in the cold. So, what's next for Thailand? And how will its people react to the latest political changes?    Join Host Laura Kyle  Guests:  Punchada Sirivunnabood - Specialist on Thailand's electoral system. Duncan McCargo - Professor of Public Policy and Global Affairs, Nanyang Technological University.  Kasit Piromya - Former Foreign Minister of Thailand. 

In this video, we'll be covering the latest news in Thailand including the sentencing of Thaksin Shinawatra and the confirmation of Thavisin as the new Prime Minister.Whether you're a fan of Thaksin or not, this news will definitely be of interest to you. Stay tuned to our channel for all the latest updates in Thailand's political landscape.--Srettha becomes the 30th prime minister of ThailandFormer real estate tycoon Srettha Thavisin has been selected as the 30th prime minister of Thailand on Tuesday, after having received overwhelming support from members of parliament and senators in a joint sitting.Source - Thai PBS World8-year term for ThaksinThaksin Shinawatra has begun serving his eight-year prison sentence after appearing at the Supreme Court on Tuesday morning following his return to the country after 15 years abroad.Source - The Bangkok PostFacebook in Thailand threatened with closureThe Thai authorities will seek a Court order to shut down the Facebook platform in the country, because they claim that the social media service has accepted advertising fees from fake investment scams, which have allegedly cheated more than 200,000 Thais.Source - Thai PBS WorldAmerican with ‘weed blower' spurs Bangla checksPHUKET: A foreign man offering people to be doused with a cloud a marijuana smoke on Bangla Rd is what prompted the cannabis checks on the popular party street in Patong, Phuket Provincial Police have explained.Source - The Phuket News - Thaiger News--Want to support the show? Then why not buy me a coffee! You can do so by following the link belowhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/thaiexpatshow--Interested in starting your own podcast like the Thai Expat Daily Show? I use Buzzsprout and I can't recommend it highly enough. It makes everything super easy. Sign up today to get on the path to making great podcasts!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1751572--Check out our website and forum - https://www.thaiexpatdailyshow.com--LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for new videos every dayhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB8khQ_NapVMDiW09oqL-rw--Listen to our podcast on Spotify, Apple, and Amazon or on our podcast website: https://thaiexpatdailyshow.buzzsprout.com--Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thaiexpatdailyshow--#thaiexpatdailyshow #thailandnews #phuketnewsSupport the show

The Zimbabwean government spokesman, Nick Mangwana, tells us he hopes President Emmerson Mnangagwa will win Wednesday's elections so that he can fulfil his electoral programme. The elections pit the incumbent and Zanu-PF party leader against the opposition leader, Nelson Chamisa. Also on the programme: the former prime minister of Thailand, Thaksin Shinawatra, has returned from self-imposed exile, been arrested and sent to prison; and we hear the latest on the attempts to rescue people stuck in a cable car in Pakistan. (Picture: Zanu-PF party rally. Credit: Getty Images)

*) Ex-PM Thaksin jailed on return to Thailand after 15 years in exile Thailand's former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra was sent to jail on Tuesday shortly after he returned to the kingdom after 15 years in exile. The latest political development comes just hours before parliament votes to install his party's candidate as new prime minister. At the airport in Bangkok, the 74-year-old billionaire was greeted by hundreds of supporters waving banners and singing songs, demonstrating how he has retained an outsized influence despite his long absence. *) Russia says jet 'destroys' Ukraine reconnaissance boat in Black Sea Russia's defence ministry said that one of its Sukhoi jets had "destroyed" a Ukrainian "reconnaissance boat" in the Black Sea. The vessel reportedly sailed near a Russian gas production facility prompting a response from Moscow. Earlier, Russia claimed that its ships were targeted by a Ukrainian naval drone attack. *) BRICS summit of emerging economies to begin in South Africa Leaders of the BRICS nations are due in South Africa to discuss expanding membership amid a push to forge the bloc as a counterweight to the West. South Africa's president, Cyril Ramaphosa will host Chinese President Xi Jinping, Brazil's Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the country's largest city, Johannesburg, from Tuesday to Thursday. Russian President Vladimir Putin, however, is skipping the meeting amid concerns that he could be arrested due to an outstanding international warrant for alleged war crimes in Ukraine. Over 40 countries said they are interested in joining BRICS, but India and Brazil have expressed some reservation, over concerns that the expansion could dilute the bloc's global influence. *) Japan to start releasing Fukushima water on Thursday Japan is expected to release on Thursday the water from the Fukushima nuclear power plant, 12 years after one of the world's worst nuclear disasters. The nuclear plant was knocked out by a massive earthquake and tsunami that killed around 18,000 people in March 2011. Japan insists the gradual release of the water is safe, but there are concerns that the more than 500 Olympic swimming pools' worth of water is contaminated. The operator of the plant said the water has been filtered to remove all radioactive substances except the chemical tritium, adding that the amount to be released are far below dangerous levels. *) ​​Kenya's young Maasai reconnect with their culture at Eunoto ceremony Hundreds of young Kenyan men have come to a village in the country's south to join a ceremony reconnecting them with their culture and traditions. Aged between 18 and 26, the young men all descended from the same generation of Maasai warriors. For centuries, Maasai men have gone through rites of passage which have been inscribed since 2018 on the UNESCO list of intangible heritage in need of safeguarding. For many, it is a matter of survival to preserve the traditions and culture of the most famous of Kenya's 45 tribes.

①President Xi Jinping says the China-South Africa relationship has entered a golden era, and it is increasingly generating a global influence. Does he have a point? (00:55) ②The Central American Parliament has voted to expel Taiwan as a permanent observer, replacing it with the Chinese mainland. What could Beijing bring to the parliament and the region? (13:50) ③Chinese premier has stressed faster development of digital economy. (25:24) ④Former Thai prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra has returned to the country for the first time after more than 15 years in self-exile. We look at the political timing of his return. (35:45) ⑤Organizers of the Paris Olympics have vowed to redouble efforts to clean up the Seine River after a few recent test events were cancelled due to pollution. (44:40)

A foreign owned website that provides information on selling sex in Phuket and Pattaya has had its website closed down by the Thai authorities. The website, which was registered to a company in the United Kingdom, was shut down after complaints were made to the authorities.This is a significant victory for the Thai government, which has been fighting to crackdown on the sale of sex since the election of the military junta in 2014. The website was one of the most popular sources of information on the sale of sex in Thailand, and its closure will hopefully help to reduce the demand for sex trafficking in Thailand.--Poll respondents disagree with Pheu Thai's “government of reconciliation”Most respondents to a Nida Poll disagree with the Pheu Thai party partnering with the two junta-linked parties, Palang Pracharath and United Thai Nation, to form a “government of reconciliation”, and most would prefer Paetongtarn Shinawatra as Thailand's next prime minister.Source - Thai PBS WorldObservers question Thaksin's returnFugitive former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra's latest announcement on his return to Thailand is seen as a reflection of his confidence in Pheu Thai's formation of a new government, but some political observers remain sceptical about his trip.Source - The Bangkok PostBiggest Sex for Sale website shut down by police unit in early morning raid targeting foreignersA recent operation led by a specialized task force, mandated by Prime Minister Prayut Chan Ocha, aimed at countering online criminal activity involving foreigners in Thailand. Targeted activities tarnishing the country's image and causing public inconvenience.Source - The Thai ExaminerTourist data shows numbers on track to reach annual target, ministry saysThe number of foreign tourists visiting Thailand during the second week of August totalled 577,136, the Tourism Ministry announced, saying the number aligned with the target set for this year. About 82,500 foreign tourists stepped foot on Thai soil from August 7 to 13, with the highest number arriving from China. Malaysians, South Koreans, Indians and Japanese followed, in that order, officials said.Source - The Nation ThailandNo weed violations on Bangla, say policePHUKET: Patong police confirmed there were no violations committed following a random inspection to detect any infringements of marijuana laws on Bangla Road last night.Source - The Phuket news--Want to support the show? Then why not buy me a coffee! You can do so by following the link belowhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/thaiexpatshow--Interested in starting your own podcast like the Thai Expat Daily Show? I use Buzzsprout and I can't recommend it highly enough. It makes everything super easy. Sign up today to get on the path to making great podcasts!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1751572--Check out our website and forum - https://www.thaiexpatdailyshow.com--LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for new videos every dayhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB8khQ_NapVMDiW09oqL-rw--Listen to our podcast on Spotify, Apple, and Amazon or on our podcast website: https://thaiexpatdailyshow.buzzsprout.com--Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thaiexpatdailyshow--#thaiexpatdailyshow #thailandnews #phuketnewsSupport the show

Opposition parties carried the day in Thailand's recent multiparty elections on May 14. The Move Forward Party, led by Pita Limjaroenrat, and Phue Thai party of Thaksin Shinawatra's family, won a sizeable majority, with the military's coalition parties losing resoundly. What does the recent election mean for the country's path forward? Will the military's election commission let the opposition form a government, or will it stage another coup like in 2014? Has Thai society finally moved on from the Yellow Shirt-Red Shirt divide that paralyzed the country's politics for the past two decades? Hunter Marston sits down with ANU professor Greg Raymond and University of Sydney professor Aim Sinpeng to discuss Thailand's democratic crossroads.Support the pod by subscribing to our newsletter: https://www.un-diplomatic.com

#泰國國會大選 5/14泰國舉行國會大選，此次新國會特別引起關注的原因在於現任首相（國王）巴育（Prayuth Chan-ocha），他是2014年政變出身，也就是泰國長期以來由軍政府統治，沒有民主；此外，此次大選主要反對黨為來勢洶洶的為泰黨，為以往紅衫軍的支持勢力，也是前首相塔信（Thaksin Shinawatra）的政黨，以及許多年輕世代支持的前進黨，截至昨日大選初步結果，前進黨暫時取得151席，為泰黨獲得141席… #土耳其總統大選 土耳其大選之所以以發關注，主因為總統厄爾多安（Recep Tayyip Erdogan）在位20年，在位初期帶著土耳其邁向經濟復興，走著走著卻走向民族主義，外交上也採獨立路線。5/14總統大選的兩大主力，由六個反對黨組成推派的「土耳其甘地」基里達歐魯（Kemal Kilicdaroglu）挑戰尋求連任的現任總統厄爾多安，而第一輪投票結果，沒有任何一個政黨超過半數，5/28將進行第二輪投票…

#泰國國會大選 5/14泰國舉行國會大選，此次新國會特別引起關注的原因在於現任首相（國王）巴育（Prayuth Chan-ocha），他是2014年政變出身，也就是泰國長期以來由軍政府統治，沒有民主；此外，此次大選主要反對黨為來勢洶洶的為泰黨，為以往紅衫軍的支持勢力，也是前首相塔信（Thaksin Shinawatra）的政黨，以及許多年輕世代支持的前進黨，截至昨日大選初步結果，前進黨暫時取得151席，為泰黨獲得141席… #土耳其總統大選 土耳其大選之所以以發關注，主因為總統厄爾多安（Recep Tayyip Erdogan）在位20年，在位初期帶著土耳其邁向經濟復興，走著走著卻走向民族主義，外交上也採獨立路線。5/14總統大選的兩大主力，由六個反對黨組成推派的「土耳其甘地」基里達歐魯（Kemal Kilicdaroglu）挑戰尋求連任的現任總統厄爾多安，而第一輪投票結果，沒有任何一個政黨超過半數，5/28將進行第二輪投票…

Thailand will be holding its general elections less than a week, on 14 May. This upcoming election is shaping up to be the most competitive one since 2011. In the past, elections have almost always favoured the current opposition party Pheu Thai led by former premier Thaksin Shinawatra. Now, Thaksin – more specifically his daughter – is now back in the spotlight as Pheu Thai tries to repeat its electoral feats of the past. Will this election produce political stability, and free up the government from military rule to focus on economic transformation, or will there be a return of large-scale demonstrations in Bangkok like in 2013-14? Angela Mancini, Partner, speaks with Harrison Cheng, Director and South East Asia Lead Analyst to find out what all these mean for foreign investors. Read our article Geopolitical sanctuary: Thailand's upcoming election and investment opportunities for more analysis on Thailand, or visit our to explore the issues of doing business in one of the world's fastest-growing markets. If you are looking for more analysis across the Asia-Pacific region, please subscribe to our Asia In Focus podcast.

Greg begins by explaining the momentous time we live in: soon there will be a general election in the Land of Smiles. He turns to Ed, allegedly a professor of political science, to give a primer (long ‘i') on the upcoming election scene, but with a focus on how we got here in the first place.  Ed begins by going all the way back to the elections of 2000, when Thailand was reeling from the economic crisis of 1997 and straddled with billions of dollars of debt to the IMF. On to the scene marched a nouveau riche Thai billionaire, Thaksin Shinawatra, who confidently promised to repay the government's debts early (which he did, as a matter of fact). Thaksin formed a surprisingly broad coalition of Isaan farmers and a fairly sizable chunk of the Bangkok middle class. After an economically successful but otherwise controversial first term, he was re-elected in 2004 in more or less a landslide. However, this apparent ‘success' led to a backlash in the form of a coup d'etat from a conservative establishment in 2006, followed by years of political turmoil. After Thaksin's sister Yingluck won an election in 2012, another coup followed in 2014. Since then, the military has held a firm grasp on the government, but lo and behold, Thaksin's daughter Paetongtarn is the leading candidate in the upcoming election. The more things change, the more they stay the same in modern Thai politics. Greg and Ed discuss whether or not any of this really matters to expats in Thailand. We can't vote, so why bother going deep? The guys offer differing perspectives on the issue, leaving it up to each expat to decide on their own.  Don't forget that Patrons get the ad-free version of the show as well as swag and other perks. And we'll keep our Facebook, Twitter, and LINE accounts active so you can send us comments, questions, or whatever you want to share.