AI In-brief 13 Sept 18:53

Government claims its liquor policy is in the public interest

The government defends its new liquor policy, effective today, asserting it serves the public interest by dismantling an oligopoly and promoting fair market competition.
The edict empowers individuals to produce liquor for household or commercial purposes, removing previous minimum capital and production capacity requirements for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
While easing market entry, the policy mandates strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards to protect consumers, foster local wisdom, create jobs, and ensure tax collection.
The government justifies its edict by contrasting it with the opposition's proposed bill, citing concerns about potential loopholes and substandard products, thereby prioritizing consumer and environmental protection.

AI In-brief Yesterday 19:42

Meet Ubonrat Thaonoi, the TV anchor recruited to save government’s image

Former TV anchor Ubonrat Thaonoi has been appointed assistant government spokesperson to revitalize the Thai government's image and combat misinformation following declining popularity.
Leveraging her decade of media experience, familiar public persona, and extensive social media following (over 450,000 Facebook followers), she aims to directly connect government policies with the public.
Her initial tasks include hosting a new government TV program, actively debunking political rumors and false accusations on social media, and warning against the spread of fake news to restore public trust.