Govt moves to stop face-mask hoardingThe government has decided to take control of face-mask production in an attempt to end hoarding and shortages. Commerce permanent secretary Boonyarit Kalayanamit said on Tuesday that the Department of Internal Trade (DIT) will have 100% control of the manufacture of 36 million masks per month. The measure is intended to prevent the hoarding of masks, which is partly to blame for the current shortage. Meanwhile, Mr Jurin said production of masks is being ramped up to meet demand. Thammasat University Hospital yesterday criticised the government for failing to ensure an adequate supply of masks for medical personnel.

Source: Bangkok Post March 04, 2020 00:00 UTC