Tougher restrictions are being imposed in Thailand's capital and surrounding provinces in an effort to curb rapidly increasing COVID-19 infections.

The Center for the COVID-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) announced on Friday a set of new restrictions that will take effect from July 12 and will further limit people's movement in public.

The measures for Bangkok and five neighboring provinces include the closure of at-risk premises such as shopping centers, spas and massage parlors, and the stop of public transportation services earlier than usual at 9:00 p.m. local time.