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Här ännu en anledning till konflikt mellan utlänningar och Thailändare på Koh Phangan
By Georgealbert, 19 hours ago
Local residents on Koh Phangan have voiced frustration over what they describe as increasing pressure from some foreign residents to restrict traditional community activities, including religious festivals, weddings and ordination ceremonies. The complaints centre on objections to noise from legally permitted events, with some organisers claiming activities have been forced to end early, causing disruption and financial losses.
The issue gained widespread attention on 7 June after Facebook user “Apinya Diawvanich” had posted about difficulties faced by organisers using sound systems at outdoor events. The post alleged that foreigners frequently complain about noise and pressure authorities to intervene, even when events have obtained the required permissions.
The post was widely shared online and attracted a range of responses. Some commenters suggested foreign residents may not understand local cultural traditions, while others questioned the behaviour of certain groups of long-term visitors living on the island.
Speaking to reporters, Apinya Diawvanich, who operates a sound system rental business in Koh Phangan, Surat Thani province, said the problem had affected numerous community events. He claimed that foreign residents regularly lodged complaints about noise from ordinations, weddings and other outdoor gatherings despite organisers complying with legal requirements.
According to Apinya, police have occasionally been called to inspect events, creating pressure on organisers to reduce volume levels or end activities before the permitted finishing time. He said this had resulted in losses for both customers and local businesses providing event services.
Apinya also referred to Wat Sri Thanu, a long-established temple on Koh Phangan, claiming that its annual fair has been unable to take place consistently over the past five years because of complaints regarding noise from some residents living nearby.
Additional comments from local residents described similar experiences, including complaints about traditional activities and concerns about differences in how noise complaints are handled. Some residents also highlighted alleged disturbances from loud music at private villas occupied by foreigners, claiming repeated reports to authorities had not resolved the problem.
Social media users posted comments including: “You see this all over the island now. It is not like before. Bigger houses, bigger egos.” Others alleged that complaints from local residents about loud parties received little response, while traditional Thai events faced greater scrutiny.
The Daily News reported that the debate has highlighted tensions between the lifestyles of long-term foreign residents and local communities on Koh Phangan. Online discussion remains divided, with residents continuing to share experiences and differing views on how local traditions, tourism and residential concerns should be balanced in the future.
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Här ännu en anledning till konflikt mellan utlänningar och Thailändare på Koh Phangan
Foreigners Challenge Local Traditions on Koh Phangan
By Georgealbert, 19 hours ago
Local residents on Koh Phangan have voiced frustration over what they describe as increasing pressure from some foreign residents to restrict traditional community activities, including religious festivals, weddings and ordination ceremonies. The complaints centre on objections to noise from legally permitted events, with some organisers claiming activities have been forced to end early, causing disruption and financial losses.
The issue gained widespread attention on 7 June after Facebook user “Apinya Diawvanich” had posted about difficulties faced by organisers using sound systems at outdoor events. The post alleged that foreigners frequently complain about noise and pressure authorities to intervene, even when events have obtained the required permissions.
The post was widely shared online and attracted a range of responses. Some commenters suggested foreign residents may not understand local cultural traditions, while others questioned the behaviour of certain groups of long-term visitors living on the island.
Speaking to reporters, Apinya Diawvanich, who operates a sound system rental business in Koh Phangan, Surat Thani province, said the problem had affected numerous community events. He claimed that foreign residents regularly lodged complaints about noise from ordinations, weddings and other outdoor gatherings despite organisers complying with legal requirements.
According to Apinya, police have occasionally been called to inspect events, creating pressure on organisers to reduce volume levels or end activities before the permitted finishing time. He said this had resulted in losses for both customers and local businesses providing event services.
Apinya also referred to Wat Sri Thanu, a long-established temple on Koh Phangan, claiming that its annual fair has been unable to take place consistently over the past five years because of complaints regarding noise from some residents living nearby.
Additional comments from local residents described similar experiences, including complaints about traditional activities and concerns about differences in how noise complaints are handled. Some residents also highlighted alleged disturbances from loud music at private villas occupied by foreigners, claiming repeated reports to authorities had not resolved the problem.
Social media users posted comments including: “You see this all over the island now. It is not like before. Bigger houses, bigger egos.” Others alleged that complaints from local residents about loud parties received little response, while traditional Thai events faced greater scrutiny.
The Daily News reported that the debate has highlighted tensions between the lifestyles of long-term foreign residents and local communities on Koh Phangan. Online discussion remains divided, with residents continuing to share experiences and differing views on how local traditions, tourism and residential concerns should be balanced in the future.
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