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Thailand restores quarantine-free entry – and this time the whole world is invited

14 Sept 03:34 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand reopens its borders to fully vaccinated international travelers from all countries starting February 1, offering quarantine-free entry.
Visitors can choose between two schemes: 'Test & Go,' which requires two RT-PCR tests and specific hotel stays on arrival and day five, or the 'Sandbox' scheme, mandating a 7-day stay in expanded designated zones with two tests.
All vaccinated travelers must apply for a Thailand Pass, provide a negative RT-PCR test result taken within 72 hours before flying, and secure at least US$50,000 in COVID-19 insurance coverage.
Unvaccinated travelers or those not jabbed with recognized vaccines are required to complete a 7-day Alternative Quarantine (AQ) in a pre-booked hotel.

Yesterday 11:38 Key points summarised by AI

The Cabinet approved a new Bt50-billion 'A House for Each PLUS' home loan scheme from the Government Housing Bank, offering up to Bt3 million with 40-year repayment terms for low- and middle-income earners.
This initiative aims to significantly boost the property sector and national economy, projecting to generate Bt125 billion in economic activity and create jobs.