AI In-brief 14 Sept 02:07

PM orders probe into alleged corruption in school lunch program

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha has ordered an investigation into alleged corruption within the free lunch program for kindergarten and primary school children.
The probe follows reports from the National Anti-Corruption Commission detailing issues like providing free lunches to ineligible students and unaccounted-for budget spending.
Corruption in the program is a re-emerging issue, with recent allegations in Nakhon Ratchasima and Nakhon Si Thammarat, including social media posts showing poor food quality.
The Prime Minister emphasizes the critical importance of ensuring high-quality food for students, viewing them as the future of the country.

AI In-brief 30 Oct 11:46

No listeria-contaminated golden needle mushrooms imported to Thailand

Thai FDA confirms no listeria-contaminated golden needle mushrooms from US-warned Chinese companies have been imported into Thailand.
The agency advises consumers to follow WHO food safety guidelines, including thorough cooking and proper hygiene, to prevent potential bacterial contamination from various produce.