Thailand records new daily death toll high of 47, while logging 3,323 new infections

13 Sept 11:47 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand reported a new daily record of 47 COVID-19 deaths, including a pregnant woman, alongside 3,323 new infections.
Major new infection clusters were identified, including 1,219 cases among prison inmates, 116 at a seafood and meat processing factory in Samut Prakan, and another at a Bangkok garment factory.
Bangkok registered the highest numbers, accounting for 26 deaths and 894 new infections.
Phetchaburi province faced a significant outbreak at Cal-Comp Electronics Company, with infections reaching 2,845 workers, necessitating military aid for patient transfers to field hospitals.

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.