Thai govt beefs up border security as it keeps hawk’s eye on Omicron variant


The Nation Thailand/ANN

BANGKOK, Dec 5 (The Nation Thailand/ANN): The Thai government is keeping a close watch on the Covid-19 situation amid fears over the latest Omicron variant, and has ordered border agencies to increase security and screening measures for all visitors entering Thailand, government spokesman Thanakorn Wangboonkongchana has announced.

“Prime Minister General Prayut Chan-O-Cha has said that security officials at borders must strictly follow disease-control regulations.

Get 20% OFF The Star Digital Access

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 11.12/month

Billed as RM 11.12 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 9.87/month

Billed as RM 118.40 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
Thailand , Covid-19 , Omicron , Govt , Beefing Up , Borders

Next In Aseanplus News

Seven found dead inside Philippine mine tunnel in Benguet town
South Korea warns 'further measures' if Ukraine refuses public apology
Upper Thailand faces very heavy rain and floods from Oct 4–7
Judge approves extradition of Singaporean wanted by the US for links to global insider trading ring
Seoul urges Pyongyang dialogue after fallout
Microdrama training for media professionals
Ferry captain arrested over deadly Java Sea sinking
Choked by haze, limited by the law
China travellers look elsewhere amid soured ties
A costlier path to staying

Others Also Read