Thaiwrath

In my 17 years living here, I always use Government Hospitals, and have never been seen by a doctor that has not been able to speak very proficient English. It also takes up 4 or 5 hours of my day, including transport both ways, so I have never encountered this 'one day of bureaucracy' ? After being registered on your first visit, every other visit is pretty much plain sailing.

Personal financial gain, full stop !

Probably a lot more than the clown that has been at the helm for the last 8 years !

He has not got the ability to run the country, but when the puppet master asked him to do so, he jumped at the chance, and the Thai people have had to suffer the consequences, sadly.

The PM dismissed claims by critics that the decree was being held onto as a way to more easily prosecute and stop pro-democracy protests or protests against his government in general, The same person who dismissed claims in 2014 that there was going to be a coup ! Clown !

I really cannot see how it is more dangerous for Covid clusters after midnight, than before midnight ! Pathetic, controlling measures from this sad, controlling government, and the sooner they go the better. Nearly every other country has moved on, and is getting back to normal. except Thailand !

From the article: Mr. Thanakorn added that the government always prioritized the citizens’ interests and impacts, as well as the overall societal and economic situation. Laugh of the <deleted> century !

Well, you have taken it backwards for the last 8 years, so not much hope for the future with you and your cronies at the helm !

From the linked article: "Right now, controlling the disease is not a problem, but controlling people's behaviour is" ! Sums up this <deleted> and the whole regime to a tee. Sad !

Prayut Obviously Wants Extended Restrictions !

The tourism minister disclosed that about 2.1 million foreign tourists have applied for the “Thailand Pass, but only 1.5 million were granted. With over 600,000 being unable to visit Thailand, he said that, if it is possible to ease restrictions further, when COVID-19 situation has improved, many of these potential tourists would be able to visit Thailand. I think he'll find out that most of there 600,000 tourists have gone to a more acceptable destination already, to enjoy a holiday with far fewer silly "Covid" restrictions, like early closing times in "restaurants" that are not restaurants, and an emergency decree !

Neither do the bizarre new alcohol rules (closing times and the need to be "restaurants"), but, control wise. ideal for the said autocratic government !

BANGKOK, April 18 – The Ministry of Public Health will not declare COVID-19 an endemic disease on July 1, according to Public Health Minister Anutin Charnvirakul.

They shouldn't have to be told, it is their <deleted> job !

At it again !

One word in the title speaks volumes about the whole scenario, and it relates to more than Covid ! Control.

Although dated February 2022, it is ironic that it is shown on here today.....................................................April 1st ! ????????????

Mr. Charnvirakul also urged people not to drink and drive during Songkran During Songkran ? This should be 'urged' all year round, and strictly enforced, with severe penalties for offenders, and is one of the main reasons for the horrific road death toll. And this clown wants to be the next P.M. !

he urged the public to start practicing safety measures from April 1st, so they will be familiar with them during the festival. These 'measures' have been in effect for nearly 2 years. If they are not already familiar with them, they never will be Mr A !

Jack is a given name which was originally a diminutive of John or Jacob.

The venues are allowed to operate in a grey area as converted restaurants currently but this brings many rules and regulations as well as a chance of corrupt officials and law enforcement looking for bribes. A chance ? More like a guarantee. There is a lot of money being made, and it's not by the business owners !

drop the State of emergency ? Nah, thought not, got to keep control of the peasants and possible protestors !

How to attract tourists to your country. From today drinkers will be able to enjoy alcohol up to 11 pm. Clueless ! People do not want pathetic, unnecessary restrictions when travelling 6,000+ miles for a vacation !

A strategy that should have been used from the onset of the virus !