Cabinet approves ฿10.5bn central fund for flood relief
Bars can stay open until 6am on New Year’s Day
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Bars can stay open until 6am on New Year’s Day
23 Sept 04:51Key points summarised by AI
All pubs and bars across the country are permitted to stay open until 6 am on January 1st as a special tourism promotion.
Licensed venues in major tourist hubs (Bangkok, Chon Buri, Chiang Mai, Phuket, Ko Samui) will also extend their closing time to 4 am from December 15th, with authorities ensuring public safety and strict enforcement of drunk driving laws.
Cabinet approves ฿10.5bn central fund for flood relief
Yesterday 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.