OBEC to propose to CCSA this Friday that its 4,500 schools reopen

23 Sept 05:11 Key points summarised by AI

OBEC proposes full school reopening: Thailand's Office of Basic Education Commission (OBEC) will ask the Centre for COVID-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) to fully reopen all 4,500 schools under its supervision this Friday.
Transition from closures: Schools initially closed due to COVID-19, shifting to online learning, then partially reopened with a hybrid model.
Mandatory strict health protocols: Reopening necessitates strict enforcement of social distancing, mandatory mask-wearing, hand sanitizers, and temperature screenings.
Suspension of contact activities: Activities risking bodily contact will be suspended, and students must scan the Thai Chana application upon entry.
Existing infection guidelines: Protocols from CCSA and the Public Health Ministry are already in place for schools to manage potential COVID-19 infections.

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.