It is high time that the Netherlands became aware of the fact that it bears responsibility for compatriots beyond its own and EU national borders.
Statement: Making a film about the rescue from the Tham Luang cave right now is NOT a good idea
Before the boys were released from the hospital, Hollywood plunged into the story of the spectacular rescue of the 13 men in Chiang Rai. For several reasons, this is NOT A GOOD IDEA in my opinion, at least at the moment.
Statement: 'It is a gross scandal that there are so many stateless people in Thailand'
The rescue of the thirteen 'Wild Zwijnen' football players from the Tham Luang gained worldwide fame. The joy was great. But soon the news broke that four of the group were stateless. These are the boys Adul Sam-on, Pornchai Kamluang and Mongkhol Boonpian and also the coach Ekapol Chantawong. Many are calling on the government to tackle the problem more vigorously. That appears not to be the case so far. The authorities are also very cautious about the four stateless cave boys. Hence the statement:s 'It is a scandal that there are so many stateless people in Thailand!'
Chris proposes that due to online dating, the Go-Go bars in Thailand could soon close their doors. Online explorations for sensual/sexual encounters or not is a gap in the market. He also heard that the go-go bars are not as busy as in the past. Do you agree or disagree with the statement? Then respond.
Statement of the week: Economically speaking, Bangkok is and will continue to be a blessing for the entire country
Chris de Boer argues that Bangkok is an economic blessing for the entire country. He substantiates his position with a number of examples. You may agree or strongly disagree. So join the discussion and leave a comment.
The social disadvantages of the way Songkran has been celebrated in Thailand in recent years are starting to outweigh the advantages. There is therefore every reason to limit the disadvantages as much as possible so that the advantages outweigh the advantages.
The Inquisitor assumes that makers, those responsible, the bloggers, the readers and those who respond - are interested in Thailand. Nobody is going to read a website about Nigeria, or Ecuador, so to speak, if you don't have a connection with it. But he feels that the blog is slipping into a kind of complaining forum about Thailand.
Soi has listed the extremely limited increase in state pension since 2008. If, according to the many grumblers of pensioners, this is more than enough, one should realize that one is cutting oneself, that is his position. If you agree or disagree, comment.
The Euro has been declining for about four months. With this downward movement, the mood among a large number of retirees has apparently also dropped. There is grumbling and complaining. It is almost always the fault of the Dutch government, in short Calimero behavior: “They are big and I am small and that's not fair!”.
Readers' reactions often state that we should comply with Thai rules and customs and therefore should not complain because we are guests in this country. I absolutely disagree!
Reader's statement: 'You have to buy real estate when the mortgage interest rate is high'
In principle, my statement applies to every country where mortgage loans are granted for the purchase of real estate in general and housing in particular. With this statement I want to make the (prospective) buyers of particular homes, also in Thailand, think.