PM to chair special CCSA meeting tomorrow on measures to deal with COVID-19 outbreak

21 Sept 09:28 Key points summarised by AI

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha convenes a special CCSA meeting to tackle the COVID-19 outbreak, which has now spread to 24 provinces.
The meeting will address comprehensive measures to manage the escalating outbreak and ensure the care of millions of foreign migrant workers, including those infected.
Thailand recorded 46 new COVID-19 cases, with 39 locally acquired, highlighting significant infection rates (up to 44%) in Samut Sakhon's central shrimp market.
Authorities aim to test 10,000 people, shifting concern to Thai vendors visiting Samut Sakhon markets, and urging provincial governors to prioritize reporting infection data to the CCSA to prevent public confusion.

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.