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Chonburi confirmed as 'dark red' maximum and strict control zone

 

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Chonburi will be added to the list of 'dark red' or maximum and strict control zone in order to try and prevent further spread of COVID-19.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1224486-chonburi-confirmed-as-dark-red-maximum-and-strict-control-zone/

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Thailand to halt local flights in COVID-risk areas

 

FILE PHOTO: The AirAsia counter is closed as lockdown and travel restrictions are imposed to curb the spread of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) at Don Muang Airport in Bangkok, Thailand, July 12, 2021. REUTERS/Soe Zeya Tun

 

BANGKOK (Reuters) - Domestic flights to and from Bangkok and other provinces classified by the Thai government as high risk from COVID-19 will be suspended starting July 21, the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) said on Sunday.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1224524-thailand to-halt-local-flights-in-covid-risk-areas/

 

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Thai protesters clash with police near Government House

By Vorasit Satienlerk and Juarawee Kittisilpa

 

Police spray water cannon during an anti-government demonstration, in Bangkok, Thailand July 18, 2021. REUTERS/Soe Zeya Tun

 

BANGKOK (Reuters) -Police used tear gas, water cannon and rubber bullets to disperse protesters trying to march on Thai Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha's office on Sunday to demand he resign over his handling of the coronavirus pandemic and its economic impact.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1224525-thai-protesters-clash-with-police-near-government-house/

 

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Thailand expands lockdown areas as COVID-19 cases surge

 

Oxygen cylinders are seen at a store as demand for oxygen continues to grow amid the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic, in Bangkok, Thailand, July 17, 2021. REUTERS/Chalinee Thirasupa

 

BANGKOK (Reuters) -The Thai government on Sunday announced plans for a tighter lockdown in Bangkok and high-risk provinces next week, suspending most domestic flights and expanding curfew areas after the country reported a third straight day of record COVID-19 case numbers.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1224526-thailand expands-lockdown-areas-as-covid-19-cases-surge/

 

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Thailand wants to limit export of locally-produced AstraZeneca vaccine

 

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Thailand’s Ministry of Public Health is to go ahead with a temporary restriction on the export of locally-produced AstraZeneca vaccine, to ensure sufficient supply for domestic use, in the wake of the relentless spread of COVID-19 in the country.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1224527-thailand-wants-to-limit-export-of-locally-produced-astrazeneca-vaccine/

 

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House budget committee expected to shelve Thai navy’s submarine deal

 

 

The House Budget Scrutiny Committee is likely to put the Royal Thai Navy’s (RTN) plan to purchase two more Yuan-class submarines from China, at an estimated cost of 22.5 billion baht, on hold for a year.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1224528-house-budget-committee-expected-to-shelve-thai-navy’s-submarine-deal/

 

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Stay home measure imposed by CCSA as COVID-19 pandemic worsens in Thailand

 

(Photo by Lillian SUWANRUMPHA / AFP)

 

People living in “maximum controlled and restricted” or “Dark Red” areas of Thailand are being told not to leave their residences unless it is necessary to buy food or medicines, to seek medical treatment, to get vaccinations or to go to their offices because they cannot work from home.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1224529-stay-home-measure-imposed-by-ccsa-as-covid-19-pandemic-worsens-in-thailand/

 

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60,000 doses of China’s Sinopharm vaccine fully subscribed in 90 minutes on Sunday

 

(Photo by ISHARA S. KODIKARA / AFP)

 

The 60,000 doses of Sinopharm vaccine, ordered by the Chulabhorn Royal Academy (CRA) from China, have been fully subscribed since bookings started at 8am Sunday.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1224530-60000-doses-of-china’s-sinopharm-vaccine-fully-subscribed-in-90-minutes-on-sunday/

 

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CCSA remaps Deep Red, Red, Orange and Green areas as COVID-19 pandemic situation worsens

 

(Photo by Lillian SUWANRUMPHA / AFP)

 

As COVID-19 infections increase relentlessly in most of Thailand’s provinces, the Centre for COVID-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) has added Ayutthaya, Chachoengsao and Chon Buri provinces to the “maximum controlled and restricted” or “Dark Red” zones.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1224531-ccsa-remaps-deep-red-red-orange-and-green-areas-as-covid-19-pandemic-situation-worsens/

 

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Thai Traditional medication relieves mild COVID-19 symptoms

 

 

Fah Talai Jone is a well-known medicinal plant in Thailand. The leaves are traditionally used to make an exceedingly bitter tea, to treat a number of illnesses, including fevers and infections.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1224532-thai-traditional-medication-relieves-mild-covid-19-symptoms/

 

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Grocery trucks from monks to the elderly in Lampang

 

 

In Thai society, monks play a vital role as the anchors of faith and spirituality for many people. So, when communities are in crisis, monks are often seen coming out of their temples to help people, as has been the case during this COVID-19 pandemic.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1224533-grocery-trucks-from-monks-to-the-elderly-in-lampang/

 

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Excitement and worries, Samui’s roller-coaster journey

 

 

Samui opened again to foreign arrivals this week, using a tourism model that is a little different from the Phuket “sandbox”. For the tourists, the COVID-19 restrictions will be stricter than on Phuket, with some freedom to enjoy tourism activities with listed businesses.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1224534-excitement-and-worries-samui’s-roller-coaster-journey/

 

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27 arrested for gambling, illegal gathering

By The Phuket News

 

An illegal casino was raided in Rassada on Saturday (July 17). Photo: Phuket City Police

 

PHUKET: Phuket City Police together with officers of the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) arrested 27 gamblers including one “local politician” in a resort on Koh Sirey in Rassada yesterday (July 17).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1224535-27-arrested-for-gambling-illegal-gathering/

 

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Thailand’s “Samui Plus Model” hopes to draw 1,000 foreign tourists in a month

Sirakij Pornbanggird

 

   

BANGKOK (NNT) - After two weeks of the Phuket Sandbox program, it has generated over 500 million baht for the country. The government now expects that the similar “Samui Plus Model” will do as well as Phuket, welcoming over 1,000 foreign tourists in a month.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1224256-samui-plus-just-33-foreigners-have-booked-flights-to-holiday-island-but-tat-say-1000-tourists-will-spend-180-million-baht-in-first-month/?do=findComment&comment=16666408

 

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Ministry of Foreign Affairs announces that foreigners over 75 who are residents of Thailand can get a “walk-in” Covid-19 vaccine at Bang Sue Central Station in Bangkok starting from this Monday

By  Adam Judd

 

PHOTO: BMA Health

 

Bangkok, Thailand-A spokesman for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Bangkok announced this evening, July 18th, 2021, that foreigners over the age of 75 who are residents of Thailand can get a Covid-19 vaccine at Bang Sue Central Station by “walking-in” effective from Monday, July 19th, 2021.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1224536-ministry-of-foreign-affairs-announces-that-foreigners-over-75-who-are-residents-of-thailand-can-get-a-“walk-in”-covid-19-vaccine-at-bang-sue-central-station-in-bangkok-starting-from-this-monday/

 

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Pattaya still planning to renovate Pattaya City sign on hill overlooking Bali Hai Pier with view point tower, skylift, sky garden, and glass skywalk

By Goong Nang(GN)

 

 

Pattaya – Pattaya City leadership is planning to renovate the Pattaya City sign on the hill overlooking Bali Hai Pier with a viewpoint tower, sky garden, and skywalk over the next several years. The renovation is one of several plans in the ‘Neo Pattaya’ project, designed to boost the image of the city and improve natural attractions when tourism, both foreign and domestic, can return.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1224537-pattaya-still-planning-to-renovate-pattaya-city-sign-on-hill-overlooking-bali-hai-pier-with-view-point-tower-skylift-sky-garden-and-glass-skywalk/

 

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AstraZeneca says Thailand only requested 3 million doses per month in initial agreement

By Cod Satrusayang

 

 

A leaked document from AstraZeneca to the Thai government reveals that the Thai Ministry of Public Health only requested 3 million doses per month in an agreement with the vaccine manufacturer last September.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1224539-astrazeneca-says-thailand-only-requested-3-million-doses-per-month-in-initial-agreement/

 

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Thai Director Wins Jury Prize from Cannes Film Festival 2021

By Subhabhong Rarueysong

 

   

Thai director Apichatpong Weerasethakul’s feature film ‘Memoria’ has won a Jury Prize at this month’s Cannes Film Festival 2021.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1224540-thai-director-wins-jury-prize-from-cannes-film-festival-2021/

 

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Thai Commerce Ministry Accelerates Talks on Free Trade Agreements to Boost Exports

By Subhabhong Rarueysong

 

   

BANGKOK (NNT) - Thailand’s government has worked hard to accelerate talks on free trade agreements, particularly a deal with the EU to boost exports, which are the only engine to boost the country’s economic growth this year.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1224541-thai-commerce-ministry-accelerates-talks-on-free-trade-agreements-to-boost-exports/

 

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Thailand reports again record high of 11,784 new COVID-19 cases

 

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Thailand on Monday (July 19) reported 11,784 new COVID-19 cases and 81 additional deaths over the past 24 hours. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1224552-thailand-reports-again-record-high-of-11784-new-covid-19-cases/

 

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Ayutthaya approaches lockdown: Shoppers flood Makro, police chief mentions "softly-softly" approach

 

Picture: Daily News

 

Daily News reported from the Rojana branch of Makro yesterday saying there had been a large number of shoppers since morning. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1224558-ayutthaya-approaches-lockdown-shoppers-flood-makro-police-chief-mentions-softly-softly-approach/

 

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Phuket tightens regulations on entry from all provinces

 

Picture: Daily News

 

The island of Phuket in southern Thailand has tightened its entry regulations for tourists visiting from all other 76 Thai provinces.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1224559-phuket-tightens-regulations-on-entry-from-all-provinces/

 

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COVID-19 response runs underground in junta-ruled Myanmar

 

A volunteer fills an oxygen tank as coronavirus disease (COVID-19) cases surge in Mandalay, Myanmar July 13, 2021. Picture taken July 13, 2021. Phoe Thar via REUTERS

 

(Reuters) -For a week, 21-year-old student Phoe Thar has been out by dawn to gather oxygen cylinders from the homes of coronavirus sufferers in Myanmar's second city of Mandalay.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1224562-covid-19-response-runs-underground-in-junta-ruled-myanmar/

 

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Jail terms await those selling Antigen Test Kits online, warn RTP

 

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The Royal Thai Police spokesman Pol Col Krissana Pattanacharoen has warned people not to sell Covid-19 antigen test kits online. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1224571-jail-terms-await-those-selling-antigen-test-kits-online-warn-rtp/

 

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Buriram Moto GP cancelled again - Thailand's 120 day reopening plan teeters on the brink

 

Picture: Thai Rath

 

Plans to reopen Thailand within 120 days look increasingly forlorn after one of the leading sporting events in the country was cancelled yet again, notes ASEAN Now. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1224574-buriram-moto-gp-cancelled-again-thailands-120-day-reopening-plan-teeters-on-the-brink/

 

 

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Cha-Am: Record rise in Covid-19 cases for 2021 as testing ramped up in two cluster areas

 

Picture: Thai Rath

 

Thai Rath reported that the Facebook page of the local authority in the popular seaside town of Cha-Am said there were 107 new cases of Covid-19 there.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1224576-cha-am-record-rise-in-covid-19-cases-for-2021-as-testing-ramped-up-in-two-cluster-areas/

 

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50 million more doses of Pfizer vaccine, more Moderna expected to be purchased

 

REUTERS/Denis Balibouse

 

50 million more doses of Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine and an unspecified amount of Moderna vaccine are likely to be purchased by Thailand, to address the continual surge in infections and deaths, according to Public Health Minister Anutin Charnvirakul yesterday (Sunday).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1224579-50-million-more-doses-of-pfizer-vaccine-more-moderna-expected-to-be-purchased/

 

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Record Covid cases will not have any effect on "Sandbox" or 120 day reopening plan, says TAT chief

 

Picture: Sanook

 

The chief of the Tourism Authority of Thailand Yutthasak Suphasorn has insisted that Thailand's record Covid-19 numbers and deaths will not affect either the Phuket Sandbox or the wider reopening of Thailand to foreign tourism. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1224580-record-covid-cases-will-not-have-any-effect-on-sandbox-or-120-day-reopening-plan-says-tat-chief/

 

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Highway police announce 19 rest stops for Covid patients seeking treatment up country

 

Image: INN

 

The Highway Police announced 19 places where those seeking Covid-19 treatment in their hometowns could stop for a comfort break. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1224584-highway-police-announce-19-rest-stops-for-covid-patients-seeking-treatment-up-country/

 

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Foodpanda the target of online boycott after firing employee attending protests

By Panithan Onthaworn

 

 

Angry netizens have called for a ban of food-delivery application foodpanda after the company fired an employee for attending pro-democracy demonstrations on Sunday.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1224585-foodpanda-the-target-of-online-boycott-after-firing-employee-attending-protests/