In response to severe air pollution in Bangkok, Thai authorities are offering free public transport for a week, hoping to reduce the number of private vehicles contributing to pollution. Schools are shuttered, and remote work has been implemented due to poor air quality. Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra affirmed the government's commitment to addressing this issue through both immediate and long-range strategies. Historically, pollution stems from various sources, including vehicle emissions and construction dust, with Bangkok recently ranking as one of the most polluted cities globally.
Thai authorities have introduced a week of free public transport in Bangkok to reduce air pollution, aiming to lower the number of private cars on the roads.
Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra emphasized the government's commitment to addressing air pollution with both short- and long-term measures to ensure public health.
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