Palang Pracharat promises 400-450 baht minimum wage to woo voters

13 Sept 22:48 Key points summarised by AI

The pro-Prayut Palang Pracharat party pledges a daily national minimum wage of 400-450 baht, alongside promises of a 20,000 baht starting salary for BA graduates and guaranteed prices for agricultural products, to attract voters ahead of the general election.
Party leader Uttama Savananaya assures these populist policies are feasible and will be implemented if the party forms the next government.
Opponents, including Setthakij Mai leader Mingkwan Saengsuwan, warn that such a significant minimum wage increase is unwarranted and risks fueling severe inflation, potentially destabilizing the economy.
Democrat deputy leader Korn Chatikavanich criticizes the proposed wage hike, arguing it contradicts current administration policy and negatively impacts workers, businesses (especially SMEs), and taxpayers, while proposing SME tax cuts and a 10,000 baht minimum monthly wage.

Bai Lu meet-and-greet cancelled days after China’s safety warning

Today 15:28 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Tourism and Sports Minister announced the government will seek clarification from the Chinese Embassy regarding its recent travel advisory warning Chinese nationals about safety concerns in Thailand.
The travel advisory is anticipated to negatively impact the number of Chinese tourists visiting Thailand, despite recent increases in arrivals.
A meet-and-greet event featuring Chinese actress Bai Lu, a WeTV Global Ambassador, was abruptly cancelled just days after the Chinese Embassy issued its safety warning, though no official reason was provided.
The Chinese Embassy's advisory urged citizens to beware of job scams, fraudulent investments, suspicious travel arrangements, and the risk of illegal detention or being lured to the Thai-Myanmar border.
Chinese nationals were advised to verify job offers, use legitimate transport, avoid high-risk border areas, protect personal documents, and keep family informed of travel plans.