Thailand records 405 new COVID-19 cases on Thursday

23 Sept 02:14 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's cumulative COVID-19 infections exceeded 30,000 for the first time, with 405 new cases reported, predominantly linked to entertainment venues across 24 provinces, led by Bangkok and Narathiwat.
The government clarified that it is not monopolizing COVID-19 vaccine procurement; rather, global demand outstrips supply, and governments are responsible for ensuring vaccine authenticity and safety for emergency use.

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.