BANGKOK — Thailand is gradually emerging from a government lockdown imposed to stem the spread of the novel coronavirus. The strict emergency measures have undoubtedly helped, but not without a cost. Many people have seen their livelihoods shrink or evaporate entirely, forcing them to struggle to make ends meet. Their […]
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Roadside food banks help Thais get by in virus-stricken economy
BANGKOK — Over the past month, boxes with food and daily necessities have proliferated on streets across Thailand, cropping up near cafes and homes and in front of office buildings. These tu pan suk, or happiness-sharing pantries, allow people to give or take freely. They offer those with resources to spare an […]
Thais make cautious return to malls, adjusting to ‘new normal’
BANGKOK — Thailand on Sunday further eased its coronavirus-related restrictions by reopening shopping malls across the kingdom in an attempt to jump-start consumption, a key driver of the economy. The move followed its May 3 decision to reopen outdoor markets after closing them for nearly 50 days. Some eager consumers were seen lining up in […]
In pictures: Thais band apart to slow the coronavirus
BANGKOK — More than 80% of Thais understand and adhere to social distancing, according to a Ministry of Public Health survey. Thailand, famous for its sanuk, fun, put life on hold after the coronavirus began sweeping deep into the country. The pandemic has infected 2,473 people in Thailand and killed […]