Fines imposed on vendors should be used to benefit people - Chadchart

13 Sept 10:42 Key points summarised by AI

Bangkok gubernatorial candidate Chadchart Sittipunt proposes redirecting the 100 million baht annual fines collected from street vendors to directly benefit the public, rather than solely funding government coffers and tip-off rewards.
He views the current fine system as exacerbating social inequality and suggests utilizing these funds as seed money to establish a fund for improving the quality of vendors in markets.
Chadchart also highlighted the increasing number of homeless people in Bangkok, attributing it to the COVID-19 pandemic's fallout and emphasizing their need for support and understanding.
He clarified his independent candidacy, dismissing reports of connections with the Pheu Thai party and stating he left the party over two years ago.

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.