Billionaire-turned-politician Thanathorn to put assets into blind trust

13 Sept 11:38 Key points summarised by AI

Future Forward leader Thanathorn Juangroongruangkit announced he will place all personal assets into a "blind trust" to establish a new ethical standard for Thai politicians.
This voluntary move, though not legally mandated in Thailand, aims to prevent conflicts of interest, promote transparency, and allow him to focus entirely on public service.

Flooding persists in Bangkok and 22 provinces

Yesterday 16:00 Key points summarised by AI

Persistent flooding continues across Bangkok and 22 Thai provinces, though water levels are gradually receding in many affected areas.
Over 604,000 families, impacting approximately 1.83 million people, are still grappling with the widespread flood conditions.
The national flood death toll has reached 80 since mid-September, with fatalities reported across various provinces.
Major regions like Pathum Thani, Ayutthaya, and Bangkok report significant numbers of affected households, with hundreds of thousands still in trouble.