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Authorities warn fake vaccine certificates may result in prison sentence
Authorities warn fake vaccine certificates may result in prison sentence
BANGKOK: Fake news has been spreading about the availability of shady services to issue COVID-19 vaccination certificates for persons who have not been inoculated. Authorities are warning that this is false information, and forgery of state documents entails legal penalties of imprisonment and fines.
Thailand confirms eight Omicron cases, three more pending
Thailand confirms eight Omicron cases, three more pending
BANGKOK: Thai health authorities have confirmed eight cases of the Omicron COVID-19 variant among international visitors, with the results yet to be confirmed for three more patients. The country has yet to identify any infections of the new variant of concern among local communities.
Geminid meteor shower treat for stargazers
Geminid meteor shower treat for stargazers
BANGKOK: Stargazers are advised to stay awake after midnight to fully enjoy a beautiful display from the Geminid meteor shower tonight (Dec 13).
New stimulus measures to be New Year’s gifts
New stimulus measures to be New Year’s gifts
BANGKOK: The Ministry of Finance is planning to introduce new stimulus measures in early 2022 as New Year’s gifts to the Thai people, particularly to increase spending among those with high purchasing power.
General election could be held as early as mid-2022: Opposition
General election could be held as early as mid-2022: Opposition
BANGKOK: The opposition parties believe the next general election could be taking place as early as between March and July next year, as they vow to continue keeping the administration in check.
Govt continues pursuing civil partnership bill for same-sex marriage
Govt continues pursuing civil partnership bill for same-sex marriage
BANGKOK: In response to the Constitutional Court’s ruling that the current marriage law which only permits marriages between men and women is unconstitutional, the government says it is pursuing the enactment of the Civil Partnership Bill to allow same-sex partners to apply for marriage licenses.
New Govt committee to sustainably address overpriced lottery tickets
New Govt committee to sustainably address overpriced lottery tickets
BANGKOK: A working committee to sustainably address the problem of overpriced lottery tickets is being established with input from the civil sector, as the government seeks to work with all stakeholders to address the lingering issue, reports state news agency NNT.
CCSA advisor concerned about Bangkok case numbers
CCSA advisor concerned about Bangkok case numbers
BANGKOK: With the number of daily COVID-19 infections currently averaging about 6,000-7,000, with new cases in Bangkok hovering around 700-800 per day, an advisor to the Center for COVID-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) is urging the public to remain committed to public health measures in light of the stubborn infection numbers.
PM stresses Thailand-U.S. partnerships
PM stresses Thailand-U.S. partnerships
BANGKOK: The Prime Minister has emphasised the partnership between Thailand and the United States in a meeting with U.S. Congress members, expressing his willingness to pursue cooperation in every aspect.
Government certifies 15 smart city implementation areas
Government certifies 15 smart city implementation areas
BANGKOK: As part of a government initiative to drive smart city development nationwide, where the aim is to use digital technology to improve people’s standard of living, 15 areas have now been certified as smart city implementation areas.
More than 65,000 sign up for Thailand Pass
More than 65,000 sign up for Thailand Pass
BANGKOK: More than 65,000 people have submitted their application for the Thailand Pass in just four days since the country’s reopening, The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) confirmed yesterday (Nov 4).
Tourism minister acknowledges error in communicating Lisa’s New Year’s performance
Tourism minister acknowledges error in communicating Lisa’s New Year’s performance
BANGKOK: Minister of Tourism and Sports Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn has admitted that an error in judgement had been made in announcing that K-pop celebrity Lalisa ‘Lisa’ Manoban would be performing at a New Year’s event in Phuket.
Thai-Australian beauty wins Miss Universe Thailand 2021
Thai-Australian beauty wins Miss Universe Thailand 2021
BANGKOK: Ann ‘Anchilee’ Scott-Kemmis has been crowned Miss Universe Thailand 2021 and will be the Thai representative at the upcoming Miss Universe 2021.
TCC expects 1-1.5% GDP growth this year
TCC expects 1-1.5% GDP growth this year
BANGKOK: The Thai Chamber of Commerce is anticipating the government’s B55 billion aid measures to help reduce living costs will generate cash flow and increase economic values, leading to a 1-1.5% GDP growth this year.
Cabinet nods to Flexible Plus Program for investments by foreigners
Cabinet nods to Flexible Plus Program for investments by foreigners
BANGKOK: The Cabinet has approved in principle the proposed Flexible Plus Program aimed at attracting foreign investors to Thailand.
Tourism Ministry hints at Thailand-Malaysia islands travel bubble
Tourism Ministry hints at Thailand-Malaysia islands travel bubble
BANGKOK: Authorities in Thailand and Malaysia are working on a plan to open a maritime travel bubble between Langkawi and Lipe islands in the Andaman Sea where quarantine requirements for ferry passengers travelling between the two places will be not be required.
Oil price hike and baht depreciation worry Thai government
Oil price hike and baht depreciation worry Thai government
BANGKOK: The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) expressed concern about the increasing oil prices and the depreciation of the Thai currency, while asking the government to carefully manage these worrying issues as they will put tremendous pressure on Thailand’s slow economic growth dampened by the COVID-19 pandemic.
TAT to invite Blackpink’s Lisa to Phuket’s Countdown
TAT to invite Blackpink’s Lisa to Phuket’s Countdown
BANGKOK: The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) aims to invite world-renowned artists such as Thai-born K-pop singer Lalisa ‘Lisa’ Manoban of Blackpink fame and Italian opera singer Andrea Bocelli to perform at Phuket’s New Year countdown celebration event this year.
Subsidy campaigns resume for hotel bookings, domestic trips
Subsidy campaigns resume for hotel bookings, domestic trips
BANGKOK: The government’s promotional campaigns for domestic travels officially resumed today, allowing eligible persons to book their hotel stays and tour packages at a subsidized rate. The government hopes these campaigns will help stimulate domestic travels towards the end of this year alongside the reopening of certain provinces, starting this November.
MICE operators ask PM for resumption of related businesses
MICE operators ask PM for resumption of related businesses
BANGKOK: Representatives from MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conventions and Exhibitions) related businesses submitted a letter to Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha on Wednesday (Oct 6), requesting the government to further ease restrictions for the industry and allow their businesses to resume by next Friday (Oct 15).