Campaign needed to educate Thai drivers about stopping at red traffic lights

14 Sept 01:42 Key points summarised by AI

The Medical Council of Thailand advocates for a campaign to educate Thai drivers on pedestrian rights, emphasizing the importance of stopping at red lights and not encroaching on zebra crossings.
New traffic lights and future AI cameras at zebra crossings, installed following a fatal accident involving an eye specialist, will be ineffective without driver compliance to ensure pedestrian safety.

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.