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  • Thailand NewsAuthorities destroy over three tonnes of unripe durians in Uttaradit

    Authorities destroy over three tonnes of unripe durians in Uttaradit

    Authorities in Uttaradit Province ordered the destruction of over three tonnes of unripe durians intended for export to China. The move followed complaints from the owner of a packing plant who suspected that substandard durians were mixed with quality ones, potentially damaging the country’s reputation. Today, the inspection team led by Police Major General Sutthipong Pektong, Superintendent of Uttaradit Provincial…

  • Thailand NewsAgriculture department cracks down on substandard fertilisers

    Agriculture department cracks down on substandard fertilisers

    The Department of Agriculture instructed inspectors to closely monitor shops selling fertilisers and chemicals to prevent the distribution of substandard products to farmers and the general public. Director-General of the Department of Agriculture Raphiphat Chandrasrivongs revealed that inspectors from the Plant and Agricultural Materials Control Division are conducting inspections across various regions to ensure compliance. Following directives from the Minister…

  • Thailand NewsOver 400 Thai firms suspected of foreign nominee operations

    Over 400 Thai firms suspected of foreign nominee operations

    An inspection by the Business Development Department has revealed that over 400 firms across Thailand’s major tourist hotspots may be operating under foreign nominees. The firms under scrutiny are located in bustling provinces including Phuket, Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Surat Thani, and Chon Buri. The businesses investigated span various sectors, such as tour guides, restaurants, car rentals, hotels, and real estate.…

  • Cannabis NewsCannabis shop inspections urged by Phuket health officials

    Cannabis shop inspections urged by Phuket health officials

    Health officials in Phuket are set to conduct weekly random inspections of cannabis shops and venues across the island, as announced by the Chief of Phuket Provincial Public Health Office (PPHO), Dr Kusak Kukkiattikoon. The move is part of a campaign aimed at regulating the island’s overwhelming cannabis industry. The primary objective of the cannabis shop inspections is to ensure…

  • Phuket NewsPhuket fishing boats pass inspections, no illegal activity found, officials say

    Phuket fishing boats pass inspections, no illegal activity found, officials say

    Recent inspections of fishing boats operating in Phuket waters have shown no signs of illegal activities, such as human trafficking or compromised working conditions, according to officials. The random inspections were conducted on five boats and aimed to ensure workers’ rights were being upheld, with checks on employment and working conditions, valid working permits, and wages being paid in the…

  • Crime NewsPhuket launches inspections to curb foreigner crime, boost reputation

    Phuket launches inspections to curb foreigner crime, boost reputation

    Phuket authorities launched a comprehensive inspection campaign targeting crimes by foreigners to boost the island’s reputation among potential visitors. The ‘white accommodation scheme for foreigners’ was announced by Phuket Governor Narong Woonciew. The scheme is being overseen by Pol. Col. Thanet Sukchai, Superintendent of Phuket Immigration, The Phuket News reported. The scheme aims to work with landlords who have foreigners residing…