Thailand records no new coronavirus infection on Saturday

14 Sept 01:23 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand reported zero new COVID-19 infections or fatalities on Saturday, with 13 patients recovering, maintaining national totals at 3,162 cases and 58 deaths.
Globally, new infections pushed total cases close to 10 million, with the United States leading; Thailand ranks 95th worldwide.
Argentina extended its lockdown until July 17th and tightened restrictions following a rapid fivefold increase in infections since May.
Thailand's CCSA is set to discuss further easing restrictions for high-risk venues like pubs and bars, and potentially allowing limited foreign visitors, along with reviewing social distancing on public transport.
Over 20,000 foreigners have applied to enter Thailand, with different quarantine measures planned for long-term residents and short-term visitors.

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.