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Sihasak urges Thais in Europe to stay alert as protests spread
WHO reviewing data, recommends AstraZeneca Covid jabs continue
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WHO reviewing data, recommends AstraZeneca Covid jabs continue
13 Sept 10:38Key points summarised by AI
The World Health Organization (WHO) advises continuing AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccinations, asserting that the benefits significantly outweigh potential risks despite concerns over blood clots.
WHO's Global Advisory Committee on Vaccine Safety is actively reviewing the latest safety data and will communicate its findings immediately upon completion.
The European Union's medicines regulator also found no evidence linking the vaccine to blood clots, highlighting that such events are common and robust surveillance systems are in place.
Sihasak urges Thais in Europe to stay alert as protests spread
Yesterday 12:06Key points summarised by AI
Thai Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow advises Thai nationals in Europe to avoid protest areas and reconsider non-essential travel, citing widespread unrest in countries like France, Italy, and Spain.
The warning comes as demonstrations escalate, with some turning violent, prompting concerns for safety and leading to an emergency Cabinet meeting in Italy and a proposed postponement of diplomatic talks.
Thai embassies and the Department of Consular Affairs issue advisories, urging citizens to monitor local developments, follow official announcements, and register their travel details for assistance, while emphasizing that no Thais have been directly affected yet.