Digital minister says police arrest man for lèse majesté

14 Sept 01:56 Key points summarised by AI

Digital Minister Puttipong Punnakanta disclosed the arrest of a man for allegedly posting an image and statement insulting the Monarchy on social media, emphasizing the need to protect the institution due to the sensitive nature of the issue.
Future Forward spokeswoman Pannika Wanich and Human Rights Watch representative Sunai Phasuk contested the arrest, asserting the image in question was fake and demanding the disclosure of the suspect's identity, charges, and whereabouts, while highlighting the right to legal assistance.

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.