Thailand’s ranking among 20 top marine polluters improves from 6th to 10th place

13 Sept 16:50 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand significantly improved its global ranking in marine plastic pollution, moving from 6th to 10th place among the top 20 contributors.
This positive shift is a direct result of government initiatives and collaborative efforts from the private sector and the public to reduce single-use plastic bags and Styrofoam containers.

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.