BANGKOK, Feb. 13 -- Thailand is suspending the issuance of new firearm carrying permits for one year, starting from Friday, as part of a government effort to curb crime.
Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra and Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul signed the order yesterday, The Bangkok Post reported.
The Royal Gazette published the order on Thursday, and it will take effect from February 14.
Ministry of Interior official Traisuree Taisaranakul said the order was issued because many people in Thailand carry firearms in public places without a sound reason.
Some display their firearms in public to intimidate others.
Such habits could lead to crime and danger to people's lives, properties, and morale, she said.
Guns are expensive and ...