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Philippines suspends Thailand travel
Philippines suspends Thailand travel
BANGKOK: The Philippines will suspend travel from Thailand and Malaysia, as well as tighten restrictions in the Manila area, in a bid to prevent the spread of the contagious Delta variant of the coronavirus.
‘Vaccine Jai’ campaign aims to reduce COVID-19 related suicides
‘Vaccine Jai’ campaign aims to reduce COVID-19 related suicides
BANGKOK: The Thai Health Promotion Foundation has launched the “Vaccine Jai” campaign in an attempt to reduce COVID-19 related suicides.
Phang Nga welcomes first tourists from Phuket Sandbox project
Phang Nga welcomes first tourists from Phuket Sandbox project
PHUKET: Phang Nga organised a welcome parade last Friday (July 16), to greet the first foreign tourist couple from the Phuket Sandbox project who have traveled on to Khao Lak.
Debt suspension approved for businesses affected by state decrees
Debt suspension approved for businesses affected by state decrees
BANGKOK: To aid business operators hit by the COVID-19 pandemic, the government has suspended debt repayments for two months by businesses, and laborers who have had to cease work due to state edicts, while also promising to aid those still active.
GPO denies overcharging for Moderna jabs
GPO denies overcharging for Moderna jabs
BANGKOK: The Government Pharmaceutical Organization (GPO) insisted today (July 12) that the price per-dose of the Moderna vaccine it plans to sell to private hospitals, reflects actual costs, dismissing allegations of overcharging.
Private sector committee slashes economic growth projection
Private sector committee slashes economic growth projection
BANGKOK: Thailand’s Joint Standing Committee on Commerce, Industry and Banking (JSCCIB) have slashed the forecast for the country’s gross domestic product (GDP) growth this year to 0-1.5%, from an earlier estimate of 0.5-2%.
Health authorities agree to use rapid antigen tests to detect COVID-19
Health authorities agree to use rapid antigen tests to detect COVID-19
THAILAND: The Public Health Ministry is accelerating its push for rapid antigen testing in an effort to speed up detection of cases as COVID-19 infections soar.
COVID insurance claims rise to B1.77 billion
COVID insurance claims rise to B1.77 billion
THAILAND: The national Office of the Insurance Commission (OIC) has reported that total claims on COVID-19 insurance policies ballooned to B1.77 billion in the first half of this year.
Thai cabinet earmarks B2 billion restaurant aid
Thai cabinet earmarks B2 billion restaurant aid
THAILAND: The Cabinet confirmed yesterday (July 7) it has earmarked B2 billion to help restaurants affected by COVID-19 regulations which prevent patrons from dining on the premises.
Samui Plus program for inoculated tourists should begin on July 15
Samui Plus program for inoculated tourists should begin on July 15
THAILAND: The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has revealed that the Samui Plus program, for inoculated tourists, should open for Certificate of Entry (CoE) applications this week, as Surat Thani is slated to open three islands on July 15.
No delays in Phuket Sandbox entry permit processing, says Foreign Ministry
No delays in Phuket Sandbox entry permit processing, says Foreign Ministry
THAILAND: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs says processing of all Certificate of Entry (COE) requests in the Phuket Tourism Sandbox campaign is being done in a timely manner, however a permit cannot be issued for applications that fail to comply fully with the regulations.
Prayut praises homegrown vaccine developments
Prayut praises homegrown vaccine developments
THAILAND: With the development of four vaccine candidates in progress, the Prime Minister has praised the Thai scientists behind these projects which will play a crucial role in Thailand’s epidemic response, as well as reducing the country’s reliance on vaccine imports.
Royal Gazette announces Thailand’s new regulations for online ride-hailing services
Royal Gazette announces Thailand’s new regulations for online ride-hailing services
BANGKOK: Thailand’s Transport Ministry has reported that a ministerial regulation, covering online ride-hailing services, has been announced in the Royal Gazette, making the rules enforceable.
Thai Health Authorities warn against antibody test kits
Thai Health Authorities warn against antibody test kits
THAILAND: The national Department of Medical Sciences (DMS) is advising people against buying antibody testing kits to test themselves after getting a COVID-19 vaccine, because the result could be inaccurate and lead to misunderstandings.
New restrictions in Bangkok to contain COVID spread
New restrictions in Bangkok to contain COVID spread
THAILAND: New restrictions were announced today (June 27) centred around Bangkok in a bid to tackle the ongoing coronavirus outbreak.
Chulalongkorn Hospital launches new transgender health clinic
Chulalongkorn Hospital launches new transgender health clinic
BANGKOK: Thailand’s Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital has opened a new Gender Health Clinic (GHC), one of the first to focus specifically on catering to the needs of the transgender community.
Chulalongkorn University launches human trials of COVID-19 vaccine
Chulalongkorn University launches human trials of COVID-19 vaccine
THAILAND: Chulalongkorn University has confirmed it started human trials of its COVID-19 vaccine, ChulaCov19, yesterday (June 14), with 72 volunteers receiving shots under the supervision of doctors, nurses and researchers. The tests on humans come after successful trials in monkeys and rats.
Government allocates B2.8bn for COVID-19 vaccine Research and Development
Government allocates B2.8bn for COVID-19 vaccine Research and Development
THAILAND: The government has allocated B2.8 billion to support COVID-19 vaccine research and development and the building of infrastructure, to support vaccine production, in order to develop Thailand into a regional hub of vaccine production.
Thailand and US discuss COVID-19 vaccine cooperation
Thailand and US discuss COVID-19 vaccine cooperation
THAILAND: Prime Minister and Defense Minister, Gen. Prayut Chan-o-cha, held talks with United States Deputy Secretary of State, Wendy R. Sherman yesterday (June 2) on COVID-19 vaccine cooperation.
Cabinet approves two-month extension of emergency decree
Cabinet approves two-month extension of emergency decree
THAILAND: A meeting of cabinet ministers yesterday (May 25) resolved to extend enforcement of the emergency decree for two more months, from June 1st to July 31st this year, and approved a B311 million budget for COVID-19 prevention in prisons and correctional facilities nationwide.