Thai PBS World Daily - Your news roundup of the day (21st September 2022)

13 Sept 12:19 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand transitions to a post-pandemic era, downgrading COVID-19 from a dangerous infectious disease starting October 1st, with new reclassification measures expected this Friday.
The cabinet approved temporary extensions for tourist stays, allowing visa-exempt visitors 45 days (up from 30) and Visa on Arrival holders 30 days (up from 15), effective October 1st to March 2023.
Thailand's Election Commission tentatively scheduled May 7th, 2023, for the next general election, provided the House of Representatives completes its term.
A police officer died and four others were injured in Pattani after a roadside bomb struck their patrol vehicle, detonated remotely by insurgents.

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