2024-01-12 17:01:30
“Seththa” reveals that he has talked with “Hun Manet” and set up a working group to solve PM 2.5 and prepare for a small meeting in Sa Kaeo. Before making an appointment to go to the area together to look at the real problem, “Chai” Tee Peep said Bangkok responded to solve the toxic dust problem as per the Prime Minister’s initiative. “Dr. Ae” said that foreign countries can solve the problem if they act seriously.
On January 12, 2024 at Phra That Doi Kham Temple. Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai Province, Mr. Settha Thavisin, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Gave an interview about solving the problem of PM 2.5 toxic dust. He said that on the night of January 11, he called and talked with His Majesty Hun Manet, Prime Minister of Cambodia. and set up a working group and hotline, you can talk to each other anytime There should be an official statement this afternoon. It is a joint working group set up. Because you yourself are aware of this problem. Our problem also depends on the wind direction. If we burn it, it might go towards him. He may burn his way towards us. This must be a cooperation of both countries. I’m glad that Cambodia’s leaders have given importance and discussed it.
Mr. Settha added that This morning, the secretary’s office The Prime Minister has already been in contact. A working group will be set up. Our GISTDA may be used as a central point for measuring hotspots. and will talk continuously This will give you clues as to where there is a lot of burning. If we don’t meet together, we may not know. that has been reported This area is considered important. It’s not just about promoting tourism or the economy. Basic rights of all Thai citizens The matter of clean air and the Clean Air Act has already been submitted to the House of Representatives, but has not yet been completed. It is understood that there has been extensive discussion. But next week it should be finished.
When asked if there was an opportunity to go to the area together with Cambodia to look at the problem, the Prime Minister said that, of course, if he remembered the time he traveled to Sa Kaeo Province. The idea was to hold a small meeting there. which must be seen first Because Somdet Hun Manet will come to Thailand on February 7th to talk about this matter. And the next meeting will be actually visited in the area of Sa Kaeo Province because it is the economic center. trade between two countries and took the opportunity to talk about many matters, which is considered good because we have good relations with neighboring countries There was a good conversation. At the same time, the military commander has been talking with Myanmar leaders about drugs and PM 2.5. He is not complacent here. Even though there aren’t many problems yet. Haven’t entered the high season yet. But we must take precautions first. I want to thank all parties for their genuine interest.
Mr. Chai Watcharong, spokesman for the Prime Minister’s Office, said Mr. Settha ordered relevant agencies to take care of the dust problem, with Bangkok responding to the donation of special microorganisms to farmers. and inviting the people of Bangkok to join the campaign This car reduces dust. Change the engine oil/filter to reduce PM2.5 dust. According to information from Bangkok until January 9, this car project to reduce dust has 41,488 cars participating in the project to change the filter, helping to reduce PM 2.5 dust by 2%. The goal is to change the filters of 300,000 cars to help reduce PM 2.5 dust from the traffic sector by 15%.
“The Prime Minister is concerned about the people regarding the PM 2.5 situation and has set working guidelines for all relevant agencies to quickly find measures to reduce the impact and solve the problem to take care of the health of the people. The Prime Minister has taken action in every channel to better solve the problem. This is during the period when air quality values begin to have an impact on health. Please people be careful. Follow the instructions. Especially at-risk groups of people,” Mr. Chai said.
Prof. Dr. Suchatwee Suwansawat Deputy leader of the Democrat Party (Democrat Party) posted on Facebook stating that Toxic dust is a national crisis. We all have to help each other. Solve problems at the root Don’t leave it until it’s difficult to heal. Statistics from the World Health Organization (WHO) in 2022 found that as many as 6 million people died from air pollution and it is likely to continue to increase. And in Thailand, more than 70,000 people have already died from air pollution. And if we allow the situation to continue like this, Lung cancer is the most dangerous disease. Currently, more people have died from this disease than accident victims. This matter is considered a national crisis that must be resolved as soon as possible.
“The air pollution problem can be solved. Just have determination. and take it seriously Take other countries as examples. Other cities with some of the worst air pollution in the world have also been able to completely solve the problem, such as Beijing, London, Los Angeles and Seoul, all of which had worse air pollution than Bangkok. Still able to solve all problems Because he is committed and take it seriously Whether it is a factory that emits air pollution He immediately terminates or moves out. The same is true for cars. Ten-wheel trucks that are not completely burned are to be banned from use. and initiated electric vehicles There is a limit on pollution-free zones. Using technology to solve problems and including strict laws,” stated Prof. Dr. Suchatwee.
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