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Thailand’s digital health pass now accepted in EU
Thailand’s digital health pass now accepted in EU
BANGKOK: The testing, recovery and vaccination status of each person on Thailand’s Mor Prom system is now recognized and accepted as part of the EU Digital COVID Certificate (EU DCC) platform. Travelers from Thailand can use the QR code provided on their Mor Prom account to have their status verified in some 60 participating countries.
Thailand to host first International Air Show in 2027
Thailand to host first International Air Show in 2027
BANGKOK: Thailand plans to host its first international air show in 2027 as part of its strategy to showcase itself as an aviation hub for ASEAN nations.
BOT awaits tourism revival, holds rates for another year
BOT awaits tourism revival, holds rates for another year
BANGKOK: The Bank of Thailand (BOT)will wait for at least a year before raising interest rates from record lows to support the Thai economy, which was hit hard by COVID-related travel restrictions, reports state news agency NNT.
Commerce Ministry says grocery prices stabilising, declining
Commerce Ministry says grocery prices stabilising, declining
BANGKOK: Prices for grocery items are starting to stabilise, with some even falling as the Ministry of Commerce says it will continue to monitor sellers.
Anutin says no legal obligations for people to wear face masks
Anutin says no legal obligations for people to wear face masks
BANGKOK: Thailand’s Public Health Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has confirmed that there are no laws forcing people to wear face masks, but he also sought cooperation from all parties, including Thai citizens and overseas tourists, in order to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 outbreak.
Details of revised Test & Go scheme announced
Details of revised Test & Go scheme announced
BANGKOK: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced details for the Test & Go program which will be reinstated on Tuesday (Feb 1).
Gov’t introduces financial security packages for freelancers
Gov’t introduces financial security packages for freelancers
BANGKOK: The government is encouraging freelance workers to join the National Savings Fund (NSF) to improve their financial security, plus other benefits from accident insurance to a pension programme.
Livestock department on alert as WHO flags H5N6 outbreak in China
Livestock department on alert as WHO flags H5N6 outbreak in China
BANGKOK: The Department of Livestock Development is keeping a close watch on the spread of the H5N6 avian influenza after the World Health Organization (WHO) warned of a possible outbreak following recent infection cases in China.
B1bn reserved for victims of side effects from COVID vaccinations
B1bn reserved for victims of side effects from COVID vaccinations
BANGKOK: The National Security Office (NHSO) has allocated a budget of B1 billion for financial compensation for people who experience negative effects after being vaccinated against COVID-19.
Commerce Ministry to propose B1.4bn plan to reduce living costs
Commerce Ministry to propose B1.4bn plan to reduce living costs
BANGKOK: Commerce Minister Jurin Laksanawisit has announced that the ministry plans to propose a B1.4 billion allocation during the Cabinet meeting on Tuesday (Jan 18) to fund programs and new measures to help people reduce their cost of living for three months.
Six Andaman national parks on Unesco World Heritage Centre’s ‘tentative list’
Six Andaman national parks on Unesco World Heritage Centre’s ‘tentative list’
PHUKET: Six national parks along the Andaman coast, including Phuket’s Sirinath Marine National Park, have made the shortlist of candidates to be named UNESCO World Heritage sites.
Raised COVID alert will not impact overall economy, says private sector
Raised COVID alert will not impact overall economy, says private sector
BANGKOK: With the COVID-19 alert level having been raised to Level 4 from 3 last week amid the spread of the Omicron coronavirus variant, concerns are circulating about whether tourists will hesitate to travel to Thailand.
Restaurants report 100% earnings increase from last year
Restaurants report 100% earnings increase from last year
BANGKOK: The Thai Restaurant Association has reported a 100% increase in restaurant revenue over the New Year holiday period compared to the same period last year.
Government to postpone Test & Go until end of Jan
Government to postpone Test & Go until end of Jan
BANGKOK: The Ministry of Public Health will recommend that the reopening of the Test & Go quarantine-free travel scheme be postponed until the end of January amid reports of 229 new Omicron COVID-19 cases.
Health Ministry advises work from home after New Year
Health Ministry advises work from home after New Year
BANGKOK: The Ministry of Public Health has acknowledged that the number of Omicron COVID-19 cases is likely to increase and is proposing work from home measures after the holidays to prevent the spread of the new coronavirus variant.
Thailand vows to assist Myanmar refugees
Thailand vows to assist Myanmar refugees
BANGKOK: The Thai government has promised to look after all Myanmar refugees who flee to Mae Sot district of Tak province amid ongoing fighting between Myanmar’s armed forces and ethnic Karen rebels.
WHO Thailand urges pregnant women to get COVID-19 jabs
WHO Thailand urges pregnant women to get COVID-19 jabs
BANGKOK: The World Health Organisation (WHO) Thailand’s office is inviting pregnant women to get vaccinated against COVID-19, as expectant mothers face a higher risk of severe disease and death from COVID-19 infection than regular people.
Prayut is public’s favourite politician, says Super Poll
Prayut is public’s favourite politician, says Super Poll
BANGKOK: The Super Poll research center has revealed that Prime Minister Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha is the Thai public’s favourite politician, while the Co-pay subsidised purchases scheme is cited as the government’s most popular achievement.
SMEs urged to register for Job Retention Program
SMEs urged to register for Job Retention Program
BANGKOK: Small and medium-sized business owners are now invited to register for the second phase of the Job Retention SME program, government officials announced yesterday (Dec 18).
COP 26 debrief clarifies new climate goals
COP 26 debrief clarifies new climate goals
BANGKOK: Thailand is now making preparations on raising its goal of cutting greenhouse gas emissions to 40%, instead of 20-25%, by 2065. The revision to the country’s medium-term emissions reduction target comes in response to pledges made at the 2021 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26) and the realisation that global temperatures are trending toward a 2.3 degrees Celsius increase.