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Survey reveals Chim-Shop-Chai scheme to be the Thai people’s favourite government project

15 Sept 19:41 Key points summarised by AI

The Thai government’s “Chim-Shop-Chai” (Eat-Shop-Spend) domestic tourism scheme was voted the most popular project by 31.5% of respondents in a Bangkok Poll.
Deputy Prime Minister and Public Health Minister Anutin Charnvirakul emerged as the top-rated cabinet minister, earning 43.6% of votes for his performance.

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.