Bangkok to vaccinate half a million people this month, millions more this year

13 Sept 08:16 Key points summarised by AI

Bangkok targets inoculating 500,000 residents by May's end, escalating to one million monthly from June, aiming for 70% city-wide coverage.
Initial vaccination efforts prioritize essential workers, including public transport drivers, garbage collectors, and 170,000 teachers before the new school term.
The campaign will expand to other high-risk and service sector individuals, utilizing 126 hospitals and 25 non-hospital venues for widespread access.
Despite vaccination plans, the June 1st school reopening faces potential postponement due to ongoing concerns about the virus's spread among young children.

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.