Minister Anutin assures northern provinces are safe for travel during the festive season

13 Sept 11:47 Key points summarised by AI

Public Health Minister Anutin Charnvirakul assures northern Thailand is safe for travel, confirming the recent COVID-19 outbreak in the region is limited and under control.
He highlights a reduced risk of local transmission, as new returnees from Myanmar's Thachilek township are now properly isolated upon entry, unlike initial cases.
Three new cases were reported in the north (two in Chiang Rai linked to Thachilek, one in Tak), alongside 19 total new cases nationwide, including two locally transmitted.
The Minister advises mask-wearing at public gatherings but generally allays concerns about events during the New Year festival.

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.