Forestry official gunned down in broad daylight in Yala

23 Sept 05:14 Key points summarised by AI

A 52-year-old forestry official, Mr. Kowit Wangthaveesak, was fatally shot in broad daylight by suspected insurgents in Yala, Thailand, while riding his motorcycle home.
Police are investigating the murder, which occurred in a housing estate, and have obtained CCTV footage showing two suspects on a motorcycle.

Malaysia appoints new facilitator for Thai-BRN peace talks

Today 12:16 Key points summarised by AI

Malaysia has appointed retired Lt-General Datuk Ahmad Norihan bin Jalal as the new facilitator for peace talks between the Thai government and the Barisan Revolusi Nasional (BRN).
Datuk Ahmad previously served as head of Malaysia’s national intelligence agency and has over 33 years of military experience, bringing extensive expertise in strategic intelligence.
The Malaysian government expressed confidence that his appointment will strengthen its role in facilitating the peace talks, earn trust from all parties, and bring new momentum to achieving lasting peace in southern Thailand.