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PM Prayut orders authorities to restore Thailand's tourism image following airport assault incident

13 Sept 17:53 Key points summarised by AI

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha instructed authorities to swiftly restore Thailand's tourism image following recent unpleasant events involving Chinese tourists.
He specifically addressed alleged bribe-taking by immigration officials at airports, particularly for visas on arrival, warning that such actions are offenses leading to suspension or dismissal.
The PM's order was prompted by a viral video of a Chinese tourist being assaulted at Don Mueang airport for refusing an extra visa fee, leading the new immigration police chief to immediately ban such practices.
Thai business organizations recommended the government clarify these incidents to Chinese authorities and suggested introducing double entry visas to attract more Chinese visitors.

Yesterday 16:06 Key points summarised by AI

Two suspected drug couriers were killed in a shootout with narcotics officers in Phetchaburi province.
Authorities seized approximately half a tonne of crystal methamphetamine, also known as Ice, during the operation.
The incident occurred on Tuesday night after officers tracked a network suspected of transporting large quantities of drugs to southern Thailand.
The suspects, identified as Chattharin and Rungarun, both 27, opened fire when confronted by officers, who returned fire, resulting in their deaths.