Natapanu Nopakun, the Deputy Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Thailand, has applauded the concerted fight against COVID-19 made by many, including the German and Swiss food donors on the island of Koh Samui.

Natapanu reiterated that COVID-19 knows no boundaries and affects everyone worldwide regardless of race or nationality and emphasised the need for unity to all residing in Thailand.

Additionally, he reaffirmed the need for social distancing on public transportation and in public areas with the second rollout of the lockdown.

Over 1.5 million jobs have been lost so far in Thailand, and islands such as Koh Samui that are heavily reliant on the tourism and hospitality industry, are under strain.

However, with many Thais and non-Thai residents of the island wanting to provide for those in need, there has been a great outpouring of help from volunteers, food providers and other groups in an ongoing effort to fund purchases and organise, transport and facilitate distribution.