Four media outlets targeted by Thai authorities

20 Sept 07:30 Key points summarised by AI

Thai authorities, including the Ministry of Digital Economy and Society and the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission, are pursuing action against four online media outlets: Voice TV, Prachatai, The Reporters, and The Standard.
The outlets are accused of disseminating misleading or distorted information regarding ongoing anti-government protests, which authorities claim caused public panic and undermined national security or public order.
While officials state they have no policy to gag the media and will address 'problematic information' on a case-by-case basis, media executives express unawareness of specific wrongdoings and assert their adherence to journalistic ethics.

Bai Lu meet-and-greet cancelled days after China’s safety warning

Yesterday 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.