Bangkok records 1,112 COVID-19 cases out of country's 2,419 new infections on Saturday

23 Sept 04:56 Key points summarised by AI

Bangkok registered a new daily high of 1,112 COVID-19 cases, contributing significantly to Thailand's total of 2,419 new infections reported on Saturday.
The nation recorded 19 additional deaths, bringing the cumulative death toll to 382, while severe cases since April 1st surged to 1,138, with 380 patients on ventilators.
Samut Sakhon's governor voiced concerns over reports of illegal migrant workers entering the province, allegedly aided by human trafficking gangs, and scheduled a meeting to address the issue.
Health officials in Samut Sakhon plan to conduct 15,000 saliva tests on individuals living near a cold storage unit that was closed after numerous migrant workers tested positive for the virus.

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.