Thailand News: Thai Police Gambling Extortion Scandal

In this Thailand news video, we're covering the latest news in Pattaya and Phuket. This includes the Thai Police Gambling Extortion Scandal, which has been causing a lot of disturbance in the two provinces.

Make sure to check out our other Thailand news videos for more updates on the latest Thai news stories!
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Foreign Minister insists informal Myanmar talks are in Thailand’s interest
On Sunday, Thailand’s Foreign Minister Don Pramudwinai defended his country’s hosting of peace talks, which the foreign minister of Myanmar’s ruling junta is attending, which will be shunned by key ASEAN counterparts and which is attracting criticism of the incumbent Thai government.
Source - Thai PBS World

Up to 12 Thai police officers may be involved in gambling extortion controversy
As many as 12 police officers, instead of eight as originally reported, and three civilians are believed to be involved in extorting about 140 million baht from alleged members of an illegal online gambling gang, Pol Gen Surachate Hakparn, the deputy national police chief, told the media today (Sunday).
Source - Thai PBS World

Tourists warned of robbers offering marijuana on the beach
PHUKET: Phuket Tourist Police have warned tourists to beware of people offering them marijuana on the beach out of fear they may be robbed of their valuables while under the effects of marijuana.
Source - The Phuket News

Phuket eyes big moment in the sun
All eyes are now on the upcoming announcement on June 21, when the world will learn which country will have the honor of organizing the Specialised Expo 2028. Thailand's hopes are running high as Phuket is one of the five finalists in contention for this prestigious global event.
Source - The Bangkok Post
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