Samut Sakhon Governor Orders Temporary Closure of Tilapia Canning Factory Until Factory Standards Are Improved. Supamas Emphasizes Labels Must Match Products for Consumer Fairness.

On May 7, 2025, Deputy Prime Minister Supamas Iamphakdi revealed the latest developments in the mismatched canned fish labeling case following an inspection of a tilapia canning factory in Mueang Samut Sakhon District, Samut Sakhon Province, conducted jointly with relevant agencies on May 6.

Deputy Prime Minister Supamas Iamphakdi

The latest report from Amnat Charoenri, Governor of Samut Sakhon Province, indicates that provincial industrial office inspections found the factory's wastewater treatment system failed to meet required standards, prompting an immediate temporary operational shutdown order. The company must correct its production facility to comply with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) criteria and standards.

Additionally, the operator faces violations for substituting a different fish species for mackerel as indicated on the label, constituting fraudulent food production under the Food Act B.E. 2522, carrying penalties of 6 months to 10 years imprisonment and fines ranging from 5,000 to 100,000 baht. Improper labeling that misleads consumers regarding essential product information carries fines up to 30,000 baht.

Once the operator corrects the facility and production processes to meet standards, a follow-up inspection will occur until quality benchmarks are achieved, after which the factory may resume operations.

"As previously reported, Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul prioritizes consumer protection and has closely monitored this case. The Samut Sakhon Governor's actions reflect integrated coordination between central and regional authorities in restoring consumer justice and sending a clear signal to other businesses that the government will not tolerate consumer exploitation under any circumstances," Supamas stated.

However, the government aims to balance consumer protection with providing businesses opportunities for improvement. I have directed all provincial Consumer Protection offices to inspect food production facilities and consumer goods to prevent similar incidents from recurring.

Consumers who suffered losses from purchasing defective products or services may file complaints at the Consumer Protection hotline 1166, the OCPB Connect application, website ocpb.go.th, or provincial Justice Centers. For food and drug complaints, contact the FDA hotline 1556.

On May 7, 2026, Deputy Commander Akrapol Rit-Luean of Division 32 and Company Commander Wuttipong Suphawarn of Unit 326 assigned Lieutenant Colonel Chirapt Intasan to lead an investigation team into Pha Chang Noi Subdistrict, Pong District, Phayao Province, following reports of illegal drug dealing in the area.

When officers arrived and attempted to question a man in front of his home, he immediately became agitated and fled toward the back of the house, disappearing into the steep forest terrain. Despite officers' pursuit, the man used his knowledge of the local area to escape.

Officers then entered the house and found a young woman claiming to be the escaped man's wife. With community leaders present as witnesses, police conducted a lawful search and discovered two large bundles containing approximately 4,040 methamphetamine pills, plus 294 additional pills in separate bags, totaling 4,334 pills. They also found a homemade shotgun and several rounds of ammunition.

Initially, the woman denied ownership, claiming all drugs and weapons belonged to her fleeing husband. However, based on witness statements and evidence of possession within the shared residence, police charged her with drug trafficking for sale and illegal possession of firearms and ammunition. She is currently in custody pending further investigation. Authorities are working to compile evidence and obtain a court-issued arrest warrant for the missing husband.

Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul on Thursday sought to reassure the public ahead of his meeting with Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet on the sidelines of the 48th ASEAN Summit in the Philippines, insisting there would be no bilateral discussions between the two leaders.

Speaking before departing from Wing 6 at Don Mueang military airport for Cebu, Philippines, where the summit is being held from 7-9 May, Anutin said Thailand would use the regional forum to present its position and inform ASEAN members about the situation and policies regarding Thailand's handling of issues with Cambodia.

"We are not going there for sightseeing or simply to meet leaders out of courtesy," Anutin said. "We are going there to work, negotiate and present Thailand's position."

Asked about the possibility of meeting Hun Manet, the Thai premier said the two leaders would inevitably meet during summit activities later in the day, but stressed that there would be no one-on-one bilateral talks.

"It will not be a two-person meeting," he said, noting that the Philippines, as ASEAN chair, would likely arrange opportunities for leaders to meet in a multilateral setting.

Anutin urged the public not to be concerned, saying his government would continue to adhere to principles protecting Thailand's sovereignty and national interests.

"Any discussion or negotiation must be beneficial to Thailand and must uphold Thai sovereignty above all else," he said. "This must be in the interest of the Thai people. There is no need to worry."

The remarks come amid heightened tensions between Thailand and Cambodia following disputes over maritime issues and Bangkok's recent decision to cancel the 2001 memorandum of understanding with Cambodia.

A major controversy is erupting in Japan as authorities investigate multiple online shops selling used schoolgirl indoor shoes at abnormally inflated prices, with some pairs reaching tens of thousands of yen. Society is concerned about the ethical and propriety issues surrounding these transactions.

Worn indoor shoes that have clearly been used are reportedly being sold online by recently graduated female students, becoming the center of widespread controversy over the appropriateness and ethics of the transactions.

In Japan, removing shoes before entering homes, schools, or public buildings is a deeply rooted cultural practice that reflects concepts of cleanliness and respect for shared spaces. School indoor shoes, known as "uwabaki," are typically simple, white, and ballet-like in appearance.

Students from kindergarten through university must change into uwabaki when entering school buildings, and often write their names or classroom details on the shoes, along with small decorative touches to mark ownership.

While it's common for some school shoes to be resold through second-hand apps after graduation—usually in unused or good condition—the current controversy involves shoes that have been actively used with clear wear marks.

One listing from Saitama Prefecture was priced at 6,900 yen (approximately 1,500 baht), marketed as a "graduation souvenir," with the description noting three years of use and evidence of the original owner's name being erased.

Meanwhile, reports indicate some similar shoes have sold at auction for up to 50,000 yen (approximately 11,000 baht) following bidding competitions among online buyers.

One internet user noted that buyer interest may increase if product images contain personal details such as traces of the original name or even partial photos of the seller—fueling further social controversy.

Japanese media reports suggest this type of transaction may have various motivations, ranging from collecting to symbolic interest in school-age experiences, prompting many to voice concerns about propriety boundaries and protecting minors' personal information in the online marketplace era.

Critics have expressed concern that selling such items may involve sensitive issues and could be linked to inappropriate views of youth in certain perspectives.

Astrologer Maw Boi ranks the top 5 zodiac signs experiencing rapid wealth accumulation and fortune reversal. Money flows like water, and luck strikes powerfully under Madame Devi's blessing. Zodiac signs are experiencing change—some for the better, some requiring caution—depending on each person's actions. Maw Boi clearly ranks the 5 luckiest zodiac signs for wealth-grabbing fortune, revealing that those with negative intentions will exit from these people's lives. The ranking is as follows: 1st Leo, 2nd Gemini, 3rd Virgo, 4th Pisces, 5th Libra. Previously burdened by obstacles and carrying heavy expectations, these signs now break free from hardship. Their wait will not be in vain, and soon they will be reborn stronger and more prosperous. Money flows abundantly, and luck surges overwhelmingly, while those wishing them harm will disappear from their lives. Blessed by spiritual protection and guidance under Madame Devi's fortune.

On May 7, 2569 at Bangkok City Hall, Governor Chatchai Sittiphand discussed the 2568 fiscal year budget surplus, which showed revenues exceeding expenditures by over 5 billion baht. He explained that Bangkok's budgeting approach aims for a balanced budget with equal revenues and expenditures, estimated conservatively in advance. Chatchai stated that rather than borrowing, the city generates additional revenue beyond projections and reduces unnecessary spending, creating surpluses like the 5 billion baht excess in 2568—a pattern that has historically occurred, though revenues declined during the COVID-19 pandemic period. He emphasized efforts to maintain maximum reserves because the city must allocate accumulated funds to pay BTS debts from reserves accumulated over decades, with over 60 billion baht already disbursed. Chatchai warned that if these reserves are depleted, future administrations would lack emergency funds, making efficient management essential to preserve buffers for unforeseen crises. He clarified he is not claiming credit for creating these reserves, noting that throughout history Bangkok has experienced both budget surpluses and deficits, and his policy focuses on maximizing revenue collection and minimizing procurement costs through competitive bidding, with the difference resulting from better-than-expected procurement results and higher-than-projected revenue collection. Regarding Democrat Party spokesman Pongskor Kwanmuang's (former Bangkok spokesperson) assertion that Bangkok has drawn from accumulated reserves since the era of former Governor Awin Kwanmuang to pay BTS debts, Chatchai acknowledged Pongskor spoke correctly about the continuation of accumulated reserves, though the city has had to supplement and manage debts from previous administrations. The article also references an earlier report where 'Earth Pongskor' showed Bangkok's reserves under former Governor Awin's administration totaled 76,000 million baht, not the 94 million baht cited elsewhere.