Thai government needs one month to decide on new COVID-19 measures

13 Sept 05:08 Key points summarised by AI

The Thai government requires a month to assess the post-New Year COVID-19 surge before deciding on new safety measures.
This assessment involves two weeks for new infection data and another two weeks for hospitalizations and fatalities, delaying policy adjustments until late January.
Consequently, the temporary suspension of new Thailand Pass applications will likely extend, and the planned January 16 reopening of pubs and bars is improbable.
The Prime Minister urges unvaccinated or partially vaccinated individuals, especially vulnerable groups, to get fully inoculated or boosted to reduce severe illness.
High-risk individuals are advised to practice social responsibility by avoiding travel and self-isolating to prevent further spread.

Bai Lu meet-and-greet cancelled days after China’s safety warning

Yesterday 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.