Thai government prepares for reception of returnees

The Thai government has prepared to receive Thai nationals returning from abroad by taking into consideration the number of returnees and Thailand’s capacity on communicable disease control.
Thai government prepares for reception of returnees ảnh 1Illustrative image (Photo: Pattayamail)
Bangkok (NNT/VNA) - The Thai government has prepared to receive Thai nationalsreturning from abroad by taking into consideration the number of returnees andThailand’s capacity on communicable disease control.

Followingthe government’s decision to extend a ban on incoming flights to Thailand untilApril 18, to help contain the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic, the informationhas been spread on the media that the number of Thai nationals arriving fromother countries will be limited to 200 passengers per day.

TheForeign Ministry clarified that the decision to restrict the number of Thaiarrivals was made by a joint meeting of relevant government agencies to supportthe efficient management of inbound passengers and the government’s 14-dayquarantine measure.

Differentagencies have coordinated with Thai embassies and consulates-general to ensurethat Thai nationals in their respective countries receive proper assistance.The authorities have integrated their work to manage Thai arrivals inaccordance with the policy of Prime Minister and Defense Minister, Gen. PrayutChan-o-cha.

TheSpokesman for the Center for COVID-19 Situation Administration (CCSA), Dr.Taweesin Visanuyothin, made clear that Thai people in other countries who wishto return home at this time must report to Thai embassies and prepare allrequired documents. The authorities will prepare facilities and personnel tolook after them to prevent problems for all sides./.
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