Gen Prayut, Mahathir to discuss South peace talks

23 Sept 04:54 Key points summarised by AI

Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad visits Thailand to discuss reviving peace talks in the troubled southern provinces with PM Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha.
Mahathir's visit, his first since returning to power, is expected to add significant momentum to the Malaysia-brokered peace dialogue process.
He is accompanied by a new facilitator, Abdul Rahim Noor, signaling Malaysia's continued commitment and fresh perspectives for the peace process.
The meeting underscores both countries' dedication to addressing the long-standing violence and promoting stability in Thailand's southern region.

Uthenthawai students and alumni declare truce with Pathumwan rivals

Yesterday 20:34 Key points summarised by AI

Uthenthawai students and alumni have pledged to cease violent clashes with Pathumwan Institute rivals, coinciding with their campus's reopening after a 90-day closure.
The Minister of Higher Education is mediating the long-running conflict, while the campus closure has significantly disrupted in-person classes and laboratory work for over 1,000 students.
Uthenthawai resists relocation from its current site, citing a historical land grant from King Rama VI, despite Chulalongkorn University's plans to reclaim the land for an educational hub.
Concerns are mounting over the legality of the campus closure, its detrimental impact on uninvolved students, and the potential commercial development of the land, which critics argue contradicts the late King Rama VI's intentions.