Consumer Protection Board opposes toll fee increase

14 Sept 04:21 Key points summarised by AI

The Consumer Protection Board (CPB) opposes Don Muang Toll Way Company's planned 10-baht toll fee increase, effective December 22nd, citing adverse effects on transport operators and consumers.
The CPB will ask the Prime Minister to instruct the Highways Department to negotiate a delay or suspension of the fee hike until the Supreme Administrative Court rules, dismissing the company's 5% discount offer as merely a sales promotion.

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.