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Corrections Department ensures no concealing actual number of COVID-19 infections, as cases surpasses 10,000

13 Sept 14:15 Key points summarised by AI

The Corrections Department denies concealing COVID-19 infection numbers among inmates, stating transparency despite public doubts.
A rapid surge of over 10,000 cases this month is attributed to 100% proactive screening efforts across prisons.
The virus spread to eight prisons due to external factors like inmates attending court and new admissions, despite the closed nature of facilities.
Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha has instructed the department to intensify screening and ensure humane treatment for all sick prisoners.

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.