Gov’t Greenlights Bailout for Virus-Stricken Thai Airways
BANGKOK — The Minister of Finance said on Thursday that the government will inject a new round of cash bailout for Thai Airways, whose operations have been devastated by the coronavirus pandemic.
Buriram Recruits Grab to Deliver Food From Markets During Shutdown
BURIRAM — Local authorities in Buriram province on Monday enlisted help from a major online-based delivery service to send food from markets and restaurants to residents amid a ban on dine-in operation.
Finance Ministry Says Covid-19 Treatment for Foreigners is Free
BANGKOK (Xinhua) — Thailand's Ministry of Finance on Thursday has confirmed that foreign visitors who were treated for COVID-19 in the country will be able to claim back medical expenses from Thai hospitals.
As Bangkok Nightlife Shuts Down, Business Guilds Plead Gov’t for Help
BANGKOK — Business associations on Wednesday urged the government to compensate those affected by a recent order to shut down bars and other nightlife establishments for two weeks.
Govt OKs Free Covid-19 Treatment for Foreigners – But the Money Never Arrived
BANGKOK — Foreigners suspected of having the coronavirus or diagnosed with it are supposed to be eligible for free treatment. But no one knows what happened to the funds.
Gov’t Approves Aids for Airlines Suffering From Coronavirus
BANGKOK (Xinhua) — The government of Thailand on Tuesday approved relief packages for airlines suffering from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Distilleries Using High-Proof Alcohol to Make Hand Sanitizer
NEW TRIPOLI, Pa. (AP) — A Pennsylvania distillery owner who grew increasingly angry as he saw the skyrocketing price of hand sanitizer has decided to do something about it: He’s temporarily converting his operation into a production line for the suddenly hard-to-find, gooey, alcohol-based disinfectant.
Thai Rice Exports Get Boost From Global Virus Fear
BANGKOK (Xinhua) — The global COVID-19 scare has unexpectedly boosted Thai rice exports, said Chookiat Ophaswongse, president of the Thai Rice Exporters Association.
Thailand Aims to Become Electric Vehicle Hub in 5 Years
BANGKOK (Xinhua) — The Thai government will roll out strategic plans to turn the country into an electric vehicle (EV) hub in five years under several promotional measures, said Deputy Prime Minister Somkid Jatusripitak on Wednesday.
Tourism Authority May Move Songkran Festival to July
BANGKOK — The Tourism Authority of Thailand said Thursday it is toying with the idea of deferring the Thai New Year festivities from April to July in order to avoid the coronavirus.
