Bai Lu meet-and-greet cancelled days after China’s safety warning
Saraburi school director criticized for making students prostrate themselves before him
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Saraburi school director criticized for making students prostrate themselves before him
13 Sept 18:48Key points summarised by AI
Outgoing director Mr. Natthanan Danupitak of Khaeng Khoi School sparked widespread criticism for a farewell ceremony featuring students prostrating themselves before him.
Images circulated on social media depicted students lying prostrate in front of the director and forming a 'guard of honour,' leading to accusations of inappropriate conduct.
Key figures, including an advisor to the Deputy Education Minister and a former university lecturer, condemned the ceremony, questioning the director's actions and suggesting it tarnished the school's reputation.
Bai Lu meet-and-greet cancelled days after China’s safety warning
Today 15:28Key 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.