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3,095 new COVID-19 cases logged in Thailand on Saturday, including 1,163 in Bangkok alone

14 Sept 02:35 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand registered 3,095 new COVID-19 cases, with Bangkok reporting 1,163 and prisons accounting for 877 infections.
The spread of the virus in Bangkok, its suburbs, and within correctional facilities shows no signs of slowing down.
Cumulative infections reached 99,145, with 34,913 active cases and an additional 17 deaths, raising the total fatality count to 535.

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.