Thai police consider charging organizers of recent Jennie concerts

14 Sept 01:44 Key points summarised by AI

Thai police are investigating concert organizers in Nakhon Si Thammarat and Krabi for potential offenses under state of emergency provisions and the Infectious Disease Act.
The concerts, featuring 'teenage heart-throb Jennie,' allegedly failed to enforce COVID-19 safety measures, with attendees seen not wearing masks or observing social distancing, despite initial approval and the Nakhon Si Thammarat Governor admitting to an enforcement blunder at the end of the event.

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.