Bangkok governor plans to end mandatory mask rule
Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt said he would also seek further relaxation of Covid rules for the capital.
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Pubs, bars allowed to reopen as Thailand moves towards ‘endemic’ Covid-19
However, customers may be asked to show proof of vaccination, while people at risk of infection have still been advised to avoid entertainment venues.
Thai noodle shop vows to keep 3-baht price despite higher costs
Owner Thawat Pirata said that his shop had never experienced this level of high costs and low profits due to the rising cost of raw materials since it was set up 34 years ago.
Thailand’s business opportunities amid Russia-Ukraine crisis
Russia’s trade minister said the West’s economic boycott would prompt his country to expand markets in Asia and give Thailand the opportunity to bag a bigger share in Russia.
Thailand ready to boost trade with Russia to $10 billion: Russian economic development minister
He also said Thailand was also working on finalising its free trade agreement with Eurasia, comprising Russia, Belarus, Armenia, Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan.
New era dawns for Bangkok as Chadchart triumphs
Political observers believe Bangkok voters overwhelmingly backed Chadchart because he projected himself as a capable administrator with no political affiliations.
Thailand citizens free to grow marijuana and hemp from June 9
They are required only to inform the number of ganja or hemp plants they are growing to the FDA via an app called “Pluke Gan” or “growing ganja”.
Phuket aims to attract 5 million foreign tourists this year
The provincial Tourism and Sports Office estimated that at least 200,000 foreign tourists will arrive in Phuket throughout May.
International flights at 20% of pre-Covid level: Thai Airlines Association
Thai airlines this year are likely to focus on short-haul travel to destinations such as Singapore, Vietnam, Cambodia, South Korea, Japan and Maldives.
It’s back to school for children as on-site education resumes
Schools do not have to close if anyone tests positive, but they must follow a plan accurately and quickly.