One year partial curfew imposed in Deep South

13 Sept 14:22 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Deep South will implement a one-year partial curfew starting December 1, 2019, affecting specific districts across Pattani, Songkhla, Yala, and Narathiwat provinces.
Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha imposed the curfew under the Internal Security Act, following a deadly attack on a Yala village defense outpost that killed 15 people.
The curfew forbids residents from leaving their homes during specified hours, prohibits the unauthorized carrying of arms, and restricts the use of certain electronic equipment.
The Office of the Chula Ratchamontri (Muslim spiritual leader) condemned the violence as inhumane and against religious teachings, while security forces identified approximately 20 suspects involved in the attack.

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.