Thailand news update

Here are some recent news updates from Thailand:

Politics

• The Thai government has approved a new constitution, which will be put to a national referendum on August 7. The constitution aims to strengthen the monarchy and reduce the power of the military. (Source: BBC News)
• The opposition Pheu Thai party has filed a complaint with the Constitutional Court, alleging that the government's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic is unconstitutional. (Source: The Nation)

Economy

• Thailand's economy has contracted by 2.2% in the second quarter of 2021, due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. (Source: The Bangkok Post)
• The Thai government has launched a stimulus package worth 1.9 trillion baht (approximately $60 billion) to help the economy recover from the pandemic. (Source: The Nation)

Health

• Thailand has reported a surge in COVID-19 cases, with 2,456 new cases and 24 deaths reported on August 3. (Source: The Bangkok Post)
• The Thai government has extended its COVID-19 vaccination program to all citizens, with a goal of vaccinating 70% of the population by the end of the year. (Source: The Nation)

Tourism

• Thailand has reopened its borders to international tourists, with the first flights arriving on July 1. (Source: The Bangkok Post)
• The Thai government has launched a campaign to promote tourism in the country, with a focus on sustainable and responsible travel. (Source: The Nation)

Other News

• A powerful storm has hit southern Thailand, causing widespread damage and flooding. (Source: The Bangkok Post)
• The Thai government has launched an investigation into the death of a 15-year-old boy who was allegedly tortured by police officers. (Source: The Nation)