Thai ministry of health seeks end to pre-departure RT-PCR tests for international arrivals

13 Sept 05:27 Key points summarised by AI

The Ministry of Public Health proposes ending the requirement for international arrivals to take an RT-PCR test 72 hours before departure.
It also seeks to reduce mandatory minimum insurance coverage from US$20,000 to US$10,000, citing the Omicron variant's lower potency and reduced treatment costs.
Under the 'Test and Go' program, arrivals will still undergo an RT-PCR test upon arrival and a rapid antigen test on the fifth day.
The ministry will not yet propose easing face mask requirements in public parks, though this is part of a future relaxation plan for the post-pandemic period.

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