Thai marine biologist pleads for dugong conservation plan

13 Sept 11:18 Key points summarised by AI

A top marine biologist urges Thailand's government to accelerate dugong conservation plans after a record 21 deaths this year in Thai waters.
Common threats include entanglement in fishing nets, as well as plastic waste ingestion and stress, highlighted by the death of the celebrated baby dugong, Marium.
With only an estimated 250 dugongs remaining, a three-year conservation master plan, the 'Marium Project,' awaits urgent Cabinet approval to protect this vulnerable species.

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.