Unfortunate that the camera was not working when the 'visitor' was entering the shop and revealing his face !!!!!!!
(( Not for one moment suggesting it was a setup for insurance purposes ))
It's only going to get 'worse' with the encroaching use of AI.
Information not derived from truths and evidence, but from people's opinions and from those who see advantage in promoting mis-information.
The safety issue /fear of flying maybe linked to the number killed/injured in each accident, whereas in road vehicles, the 'per incident' number of fatalities is usually in single figures.
If all her possessions were in the car, how could she expect to catch a return flight to Indonesia ? Maybe journalistic licence? Meaning to report that she had lost only some of her possessions - not her money, return ticket or passport, etc.
Perhaps of greater significance is that, following a good technical education, she has had a life in business, unlike so many polititions who have no or little 'real life' experience outside politics. But, time will tell.
Many European countries are affected (sooner or later) by what happens in the USA. I guess that most US citizens are not aware (and why should they be) of the international reach of American political direction.
If this Facial Recognition system comes from China (where else, considering this is Thailand), I admire your trust in the CPC. Not sure if they respect the EDPB.
Throughout history, there has always been a tiny number of people prepared to illegally kill others. An abhorent minority, but history teaches us that it cannot be legislated away..... unfortunately.