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Korean TV viewers dismayed at giant clam catching by ‘Law of the Jungle” crew in Thailand

13 Sept 13:55 Key points summarised by AI

Korean viewers expressed outrage after the SBS show 'Law of the Jungle' crew allegedly caught protected giant clams while filming in Thailand.
Thai authorities confirmed the production crew lacked proper permits for specific locations and activities, initiating legal action against the company.
The incident sparked a debate over accountability, with some viewers blaming actress Lee Yeol Eum and others holding producers responsible for failing to adhere to local wildlife protection laws.
Hat Chao Mai national park has filed a lawsuit against the production company for breaching Thai wildlife and national park acts, which protect giant clams.

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.