Thailand helps stranded tourists from Russia and Ukraine

14 Sept 03:49 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand is assisting over 8,000 Russian and Ukrainian tourists stranded by the conflict and sanctions, primarily in Phuket and Surat Thani.
Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha directed all relevant agencies to provide comprehensive support, including alternative payment methods, temporary accommodation, and flight assistance.
The Ministry of Tourism and Sports (MoTS) coordinates humanitarian efforts with respective embassies, ensuring access to essential services and facilitating extended stays or alternative travel arrangements.
Stranded tourists can access alternative foreign remittance services like Wise, Western Union, and MoneyGram through major banks and various outlets across Thailand.

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