Thai prisons "prepared" after it finds almost 3,000 #COVID19 among inmates

Thailand has logged 4,887 new COVID-19 infections. The new daily record comes as nearly 2,835 inmates in two Bangkok prisons, test positive for the coronavirus.

Thailand extends COVID-19 quarantine period for all arrivals, imposes restrictions in 6 provinces

Thailand is stepping up measures to stem a widening COVID-19 outbreak. Quarantine for all arrivals will be extended to 14 days, up from the current 10. Restrictions will also be imposed in six provinces, including Bangkok. Gatherings have been limited to 20 people in the highest-risk zones, while sports facilities and gyms will be shut in six provinces from May.

Thailand races to add ICU beds after reporting record COVID-19 daily infections

Thailand is racing to add more intensive care beds as COVID-19 infections soar. The country reported over 2,000 new cases on April 23 -- the highest increase since the start of the pandemic. There are fears that there'll be no vacancies in Bangkok hospitals within a week.

COVID-19: Thailand tightens virus restrictions to stem fresh outbreak

Thailand has tightened virus restrictions as it tries to stem a fresh wave of infections. But authorities have said a full lockdown is not needed.

Thailand shuts nightlife in 41 provinces ahead of Songkran festival

Thailand is tightening COVID-19 curbs in a bid to fend off a new wave of COVID-19 infections ahead of the Songkran New Year festival. Bars and clubs in Bangkok 40 other provinces have been ordered to shut. The new measures will kick in from April 10 and last for at least two weeks. The government is also in the process of allowing private hospitals to give out vaccines.

COVID-19: Thailand finds UK virus variant among new cases

Thailand is raising the alarm over a possible third wave of COVID-19 infections as the more contagious UK strain has been found in some new cases. At the same time, a Cabinet minister has tested positive and several of his colleagues have been placed in isolation.

Thailand denies turning away refugees fleeing air attacks in eastern Myanmar

Thailand denies that it is turning away refugees fleeing from Buremese military attacks on ethnic armed groups in Karen state, saying that a majority has already returned voluntarily. Almost 3,000 have reportedly crossed the border into Thailand since the weekend. A handful of injured people are being treated in Thailand.

Can "vaccine passports" reopen Thailand's borders?

Countries whose economies are heavily dependent on tourism - like Thailand - are eager to welcome tourists again. So-called "vaccine passports" could be the key here. But how can Thailand ensure that foreign tourists arrive and leave safely?

Phuket reopening to visitors who have been vaccinated against COVID-19

Thailand is reopening its resort island of Phuket to visitors who have been vaccinated against COVID-19. From Jul 1, they will not need to serve quarantine if they have taken their jabs. It is a key step for the tourism-reliant nation.

COVID-19: Thailand to reduce mandatory quarantine period for foreign travellers

Thailand will reduce the mandatory quarantine period for foreign travellers from next month. It will shorten the quarantine from two weeks to 10 days.

COVID-19: Thailand to start administering AstraZeneca vaccine

Thailand will start administering the AstraZeneca jab on Mar 16 after a brief delay over concerns of side effects in Europe.

Thai court rules referendum must be held before parliament can rewrite constitution

Thailand's Constitutional Court has allowed the process of charter change in the country to continue. The court ruled it is the parliament's duty and authority to write a new constitution, but a referendum must first be held.

3 more protest leaders in Thailand charged with lese majeste, denied bail

Three Thai protest leaders have been denied bail and detained after being charged with insulting the monarchy. Together with 15 others, they also face trial for sedition and breaching a ban on public gatherings when they took part in a rally in Bangkok last September. Four other activists are already in jail awaiting trial over the same protests.

Thailand starts COVID-19 vaccination rollout

Thailand continues its COVID-19 vaccine rollout for a second day after the first jabs was given to the country’s Public Health Minister and medical frontline workers. 13 provinces will be part of the initial inoculation plan. Thailand has received doses from Sinovac and AstraZeneca, but for now only the only from China will be used.

Thai court ousts three Cabinet ministers found guilty of sedition

Three Cabinet ministers in Thailand have lost their jobs. They were among 40 people found guilty of taking part in anti-government protests several years ago. The demonstrations were aimed at changing the government of then-prime minister Yingluck Shinawatra. The political chaos paved the way for the military coup of 2014.

First COVID-19 vaccines arrive in Thailand with rollout starting soon

The first 200,000 doses COVID-19 vaccines by Sinovac from China have arrived in Thailand on Wednesday morning. Another 117,000 doses of AstraZeneca vaccines are also scheduled to arrive on the same day. Thailand has faced much criticism over its vaccine policy.

Anti-govt protesters gather at parliament after Thai govt survives no-confidence vote

Thai anti-govt protesters gathered for the second evening in a row as the government of Prime Minister Prayut Chan-ocha survived a no-confidence vote.

Thai protesters rally outside parliament ahead of no-confidence vote for PM Prayut

Tight security in Bangkok, as the police brace for more anti-government protests. Crowds have gathered in front of parliament, where lawmakers are debating a no-confidence motion against Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha. A vote will take place tomorrow (Feb 20).

Thai PM Prayut grilled on first day of parliamentary censure debate

Thai Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha and his administration are facing their second no-confidence motion. The parliament is holding a censure debate that's expected to culminate with a vote on the weekend. The opposition has accused the government of mismanaging the COVID-19 outbreak, and anti-government protesters have resumed rallies demanding Mr Prayut's resignation.

Thai protesters clash with police as anti-govt rallies set to continue

Thai anti-government protesters and police have clashed at a rally in Bangkok. Several people have been arrested, several other people injured. Thai anti-govt and pro-democracy protesters have congregated at Democracy Monument again in their continued campaign for political reforms and an end to royal defamation laws.