PM aims to fully reopen Thailand in 4 months

13 Sept 11:19 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand plans a full border reopening within four months, commencing with the southern resort island of Phuket on July 1st for fully vaccinated foreign tourists.
Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha acknowledges the inherent risks of increased infections but prioritizes economic recovery, deeming it a 'calculated risk' for the nation's welfare.
The government is accelerating a mass vaccination campaign, ordering 105.5 million COVID-19 doses to inoculate 70% of the population and achieve herd immunity.
The 'Phuket Sandbox' project will allow vaccinated tourists to enter Phuket without quarantine before traveling elsewhere, serving as a crucial step towards revitalizing the country's vital tourism sector.

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.