BANGKOK, Nov. 15 -- Thailand is risking more accidents, injuries and even death as authorities relax alcohol rules to boost tourism and the economy, local public health experts have cautioned.

The warning comes as Thailand rolled back parts of its newly amended Alcohol Beverage Control Act after widespread complaints from bars, restaurants and tourist areas, Bangkok Post reported today.

"If the committee fails to protect public safety, we will see more relaxations designed to facilitate the liquor business," Dr Polathep Vichitkunakorn, director of the Centre for Alcohol Studies was quoted as saying.

He also highlighted that alcohol vending machines, now legally permitted, could expose minors to risk.

"Every day of extended drinking ho...