1,104 more inmates of Thonburi Prison found with COVID-19 on Sunday

13 Sept 08:05 Key points summarised by AI

Thonburi Remand Prison reported 1,104 new COVID-19 cases on Sunday, bringing its total infections to 1,725 inmates.
This surge adds to thousands of confirmed cases across multiple Thai prisons, highlighting a significant outbreak within the correctional system.
Infected inmates are largely asymptomatic or exhibit mild symptoms, receiving Favipiravir treatment, with active RT-PCR screening underway to prevent further spread.
The Corrections Department is collaborating with hospitals to establish field hospitals and secure sufficient anti-viral medication to manage the escalating prison outbreaks effectively.

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.