Cabinet approves ฿10.5bn central fund for flood relief
Thailand’s face mask requirement in public may be eased in mid-June
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Thailand’s face mask requirement in public may be eased in mid-June
13 Sept 11:36Key points summarised by AI
Thailand's Ministry of Public Health plans to relax mandatory face mask requirements in public by mid-June, accelerating its reclassification of COVID-19 as an endemic disease.
While general mask-wearing may ease, vulnerable populations (over 60, underlying conditions, pregnant) and high-risk settings (closed, crowded venues) will still be strongly advised to wear masks.
Cabinet approves ฿10.5bn central fund for flood relief
Today 14:04Key points summarised by AI
The Cabinet allocated 10.5 billion baht from the fiscal 2027 central emergency fund to provide financial relief for flood victims.
This funding will cover remaining compensation payments and relief operations for severely affected households, as fiscal 2026 funds have been exhausted.