Prayut puts brake on proposal to suspend visa on arrival for Chinese

13 Sept 12:29 Key points summarised by AI

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha halted a proposal to suspend visa-on-arrival for Chinese tourists.
The decision prioritized economic concerns, fearing severe negative impact on Thailand's tourism sector, which accounts for 20% of GDP.
The Public Health Minister's initial proposal aimed to prevent the spread of coronavirus, following China's outbreak and Thailand's first local transmission.
The PM mandated further consultation with agencies like the Tourism Ministry to evaluate the measure's full implications.
Economic ministers are now developing a package to mitigate the virus's impact on the crucial tourism industry.

Six injured after car smashes into On Nut shopping mall

Yesterday 22:44 Key points summarised by AI

A 67-year-old woman drove her car through the glass frontage of a Bangkok shopping mall, injuring six people, including a six-year-old girl.
The driver claimed she accidentally pressed the accelerator instead of the brake after being startled, causing the vehicle to surge forward.
She apologized to the victims, promising insurance coverage and additional financial aid, while police continue to gather statements before filing charges.