Why Bangkok’s Chao Phraya Promenade is still a dream

13 Sept 13:18 Key points summarised by AI

The ambitious Chao Phraya Promenade project, part of the Bt8 billion "Chao Phraya for All" scheme, remains indefinitely suspended after the Supreme Administrative Court upheld an injunction against it.
The proposed promenade aimed to create over six kilometers of public riverfront access, bike lanes, and urban upgrades along both banks of Bangkok's Chao Phraya River.
The project faces significant opposition from civic networks and experts, who cite concerns over its potential negative impacts on riverside communities, the environment, cultural heritage, and a perceived lack of public participation and proper impact studies.
Critics argue the promenade could destroy communities, invade privacy, encourage illegal activities, deface the river's identity, and is inconsistent with Bangkok's urban masterplan.

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.