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Modified territorial defence course for students to be introduced in July

13 Sept 10:48 Key points summarised by AI

Thai military will introduce a modified territorial defence course (Ror Dor) in July for high school and university students seeking to avoid conscription.
The revised curriculum significantly reduces military knowledge from 70% to 55% and increases general knowledge content to 45% for classroom subjects.
New general knowledge topics include Thai history, the Monarchy, national security, first aid, public disaster mitigation, leadership, and volunteering.
The objective is to produce quality military reservists and citizens better suited to present circumstances, with volunteer missions remaining unchanged.

Today 16:46 Key points summarised by AI

A dinner between Bhumjaithai and Kla Tham party leaders sparked rumors of a potential merger, though Bhumjaithai's leader, Anutin, downplayed it as a casual meal.
The meeting is widely interpreted as a strategic message from Bhumjaithai to the Pheu Thai party, signaling alternative support ahead of an upcoming no-confidence debate.
Thailand's Constitution (Section 99) currently prohibits direct mergers of parties with sitting MPs during the House's term, a rule designed to prevent the 'buying and selling' of MPs.
While direct mergers are restricted, MPs can still switch parties if dismissed by a three-fourths party vote or if their party dissolves, allowing for indirect political realignments.
Kla Tham's voting behavior in the censure debate will demonstrate its loyalty to the government, potentially influencing future political dynamics despite current merger restrictions.