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(CTN News) – Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) is considering reactivating community isolation facilities in 50 districts to isolate COVID-19 patients living in slum areas from over 60s, people suffering from underlying diseases, and pregnant women, as new infections hit 2,000 per day in the capital alone. The Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt said Friday (Friday) that because of the crowded conditions in densely populated areas, this group is particularly vulnerable if they catch COVID-19. Additionally, the governor said the BMA is working with the Public Health Ministry to procure Molnupiravir tablets at a special price for its patients. Last year, several community isolation facilities and field hospitals were opened in Bangkok and elsewhere to accommodate patients with mild symptoms . Medical officials monitored the patients’ conditions and provided medication. Asst Prof. Dr. Tavida Kamolvej, Deputy Bangkok Governor, has assured that BMA’s … [Read more...] about Bangkok Reopens Community Isolation Centers As New COVID Infections Surge

PM Prayut Chan-o-cha has ordered a crackdown on the illegal trade of the Favipiravir antiviral drug, used to treat Covid-19, following the seizure of hundreds of boxes destined for the online black market earlier this week. Police arrested nine suspects on Tuesday, carrying out coordinated raids across Bangkok, Saraburi, Pathum Thani and Nonthaburi, with a hospital manager alleged to have illegally supplied the drugs. Following the seizure, authorities have firmly emphasised the drug cannot be sold directly to consumers. Government spokesman Thanakorn Wangboonkongchana said illegal trade not only had the potential to deprive patients of proper treatment, but may even pose a risk of more infections, Nation Thailand reported. Police had recovered 390 boxes, each containing 100 Favipiravir pills, under the trademark Favir made by the Government Pharmaceutical Organisation. The Bangkok Post reported the hospital manager who illegally supplied the drugs charged 1,600 baht per box. The … [Read more...] about PM orders clampdown on black market Favipiravir trade following arrests

- A + A BANGKOK (Aug 8): The post-Covid-19 economic recovery and Bio-Circular-Green (BCG) Economy Model will be among the topics to be highlighted in the upcoming APEC Economic Leaders’ Week (AELW) in November, as the grouping accelerate efforts towards sustainability agenda. Deputy Government Spokesperson Traisuree Taisaranakul said Thailand, the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) chair this year, would also highlight on trade and investment facilitation efforts as well as addressing climate change. “Thai  Prime Minister Prayuth Chan o-cha has instructed relevant agencies to undertake publicities in order to promote public awareness on the importance of Thailand’s hosting of APEC 2022,” she said in a statement here on Monday (Aug 8). Earlier, Prayuth chaired the National Committee on Preparation of AELW to follow up on the preparation progress for AELW to be held in the next four months. Meanwhile, Traisuree said the meeting today has approved special … [Read more...] about Post-Covid-19 economic recovery, green economy model among highlights of upcoming APEC summit

- A + A NEW YORK/WASHINGTON (Aug 8): A popular cryptocurrency service that allows users to mask their transactions was sanctioned by the US Treasury Department based on evidence North Korean hackers relied on it to launder illicit gains, officials announced on Monday. Tornado Cash, a type of anonymizing virtual currency exchange designed to preserve the privacy of blockchain users, has laundered more than US$7 billion in virtual currency, a senior Treasury official said in a press conference. North Korea’s Lazarus Group has laundered US$450 million through Tornado Cash, according to the official. It was also used to launder almost US$100 million in the June hack of the Harmony Bridge, a platform that allows crypto trading between blockchains, the official said. Tornado Cash, which was created in 2019, couldn’t immediately be located for comment. Administration officials declined to provide details on where Tornado Cash is based or who is behind it. The Treasury … [Read more...] about Crypto mixer Tornado Cash sanctioned by US Treasury Department

Lim is accused of using his position as Penang chief minister to solicit a 10% cut from the Penang undersea tunnel project's profit from Zarul Ahmad, in return for securing the project for Zarul Ahmad's company. (Photo by Zahid Izzani Mohd Said/The Edge) - A + A KUALA LUMPUR (Aug 8): The star witness in the Lim Guan Eng undersea tunnel graft trial testified on Monday (Aug 8) that avoiding being charged with money laundering was not the only reason he paid former businessman G Gnanaraja RM19 million. During cross-examination by Lim's lead counsel Gobind Singh Deo, Consortium Zenith Construction Sdn Bhd senior director Datuk Zarul Ahmad Mohd Zulkifli disagreed with the lawyer that that was the sole reason he paid Gnanaraja. “That is not the only reason,” Zarul Ahmad, the 23rd prosecution witness, replied. Zarul Ahmad stood his ground when pressed further by Gobind on the matter. Gobind: Gnanaraja had threatened you with Anti-Money Laundering Act (AMLA) … [Read more...] about Guan Eng trial: Zarul denies sole reason he paid Gnanaraja RM19m was to avoid money laundering charges

- A + A BANGKOK (Aug 8): Malaysian Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Abdullah will lead a delegation to the 14th Meeting of the Joint Commission for Bilateral Cooperation (JC) and the 5th Meeting of the Committee on the Joint Development Strategy for Border Areas (JDS) in Bangkok, starting Tuesday (Aug 9). In a statement, Thailand’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the two-day meeting will be co-chaired by Saifuddin and his Thai counterpart Don Pramudwinai, who is also the Deputy Prime Minister. The meetings, held under the theme “Fostering Resilience in Times of Challenges”, underscore the importance of Thailand and Malaysia working together to strategise and set directions for bilateral cooperation in enhancing resilience and efforts at post pandemic economic recovery, as well as adressing other global challenges. “In this regard, particular focus will be given to how to promote (1) protection of the people to ensure their safety and security from traditional … [Read more...] about Saifuddin in Thailand to attend meetings to strategise bilateral cooperation

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Maroon 5 American pop-rock band Maroon 5 is set to hold its sixth concert in Manila on Dec. 8 at SM Mall of Asia Arena. Mounted by Live Nation Philippines, the upcoming show is part of the Grammy-winning group’s 12th world series “2022 Tour” (also previously known as “2020” and “2021”). The Philippines is one of five countries included in the recently announced Asian leg, which will conclude the tour. “We look forward to seeing you at the end of the year!” the band said in an Instagram post. General public ticket-selling goes on sale on Aug. 6 at 10 a.m. via the SM Tickets website and outlets; call 8470-2222. Meanwhile, members of Live Nation Philippines will have a chance to purchase tickets earlier through an exclusive online window on Aug. 5 at 10 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. at www.livenation.ph. The tour—which kicked off in Mexico City on Feb. 2020, in support of Maroon 5’s seventh album, “Jordi”—was postponed the following month because of the COVID-19 pandemic, before … [Read more...] about Maroon 5 set to rock PH fans for 6th time in December

FILE PHOTO: Singaporean Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong arrives for the Leaders’ Retreat, on the sidelines of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting at the Intare Conference center in Kigali, Rwanda June 25, 2022. Dan Kitwood/Pool via REUTERS SINGAPORE  — Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong on Monday warned of the scope for miscalculations over tensions in the Taiwan Strait, which he said were unlikely to ease soon amid deep suspicion and limited engagement between the United States and China. In a televised address ahead of the city-state’s national day on Tuesday, Lee said Singapore would be buffeted by that intense rivalry and tension in the region, which should prepare for a future less peaceful and stable than now. “Around us, a storm is gathering. US-China relations are worsening, with intractable issues, deep suspicions, and limited engagement,” Lee said. “This is unlikely to improve anytime soon. Furthermore, miscalculations or mishaps can easily make things … [Read more...] about ‘Storm is gathering’ – Singapore PM warns of risk of US-China miscalculation

Thailand’s Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha casts his ballot to vote in the general election at a polling station in Bangkok, Thailand, March 24, 2019. REUTERS FILE PHOTO BANGKOK — Nearly two-thirds of people in Thailand want Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha to leave office this month, according to an opinion poll, which comes amid growing debate about how long the 2014 coup architect should stay in power. Thailand’s opposition plans to petition the constitutional court to decide whether Prayuth’s time as prime minister in the junta counts towards his tenure as premier, which is limited to eight years. The Aug. 2-4 survey of 1,312 people by the National Institute of Development Administration (NIDA) found 64% wanted Prayuth to leave office on Aug. 23, exactly eight years after he took the post of prime minister in what was then a military government. The survey, released on Sunday, showed 33% preferred to wait for a court ruling. Asked by reporters on Monday about the … [Read more...] about Thai poll shows majority want PM to leave office this month