Thoughts on Covid, the Middle East, and Thai Immigration?

The situation in the Middle East is creating knock-on effects which in many ways are similar to Covid such as the ability to travel home etc., which could then impact one's Immigration status.
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Foreign Involvement in Thai Cannabis Sector Increasingly Scrutinized?

Cannabis was legalized in Thailand a few years ago but as it is an agricultural product, it is therefore highly restricted to foreigners and any involvement in the Cannabis sector must strictly comply with the law.
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Thailand Police Using "AI-Powered CCTV System"?

AI controlled technology is being used more and more and although in a police context it does have its uses, ramifications in the future could be substantial and should be studied very carefully.
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The Politics of Moving on in Thailand?

Thailand's elections which were held a short while ago have now culminated in the installation of the new Parliament with Mr. Anutin as the PM which will hopefully put Thailand into a good position for the future.
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Is ID Required to Post a Letter in Thailand?

Thailand has started requiring that ID be produced when mailing anything which seems to have been the practice since the start of Trump's tariff, for reasons that are so far unclear.
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Well, Apparently China Is Getting Something Right

The welfare of children is an issue that should be taken seriously whereby it seems that China is also of the same view as evidenced by a recent execution of 3 persons for sex crimes against children
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Strengthening US Dollar a Boon to Retirees in Thailand?

The US Dollar is strengthening against the Baht which not only is a major benefit to retirees but to tourists as well due to the currency differential.
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"Fuel Usage, Tracked via GPS" in Thailand?

The Thai Government came up with some good measures to deal with the present fuel supply issues except the tracking of those receiving subsidies by GPS which is a concern as this system can be used for other things.
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Artificial Intelligence Directs Police to Arrest "Wrong Guy"?

The use of AI may not always be the best idea especially in Law Enforcement as mistakes could be made leading to unfortunate situations such as mistaking someone's identity.
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