Alternate day ban for trucks on Kanchanapisek ring road to reduce pollution

13 Sept 11:13 Key points summarised by AI

Implement Alternate Day Ban: Ten-wheel and trailer trucks will be banned on alternate days from the Kanchanapisek ring road for two months to combat PM2.5 dust.
Limited Road Access: On permitted days, heavy-duty trucks can only use the road between 10 am and 3 pm.
Justify Measures: This ban is necessary as vehicle exhaust accounts for 72% of fine dust particles, with Bangkok having 140,000 registered cargo trucks.
Expand Controls: Stricter emission checks will apply to 60,000 company shuttle trucks, industries are urged to reduce production, and open burning is strictly forbidden with penalties.

Thai Army proposes sending cadets to China for military training

Yesterday 20:52 Key points summarised by AI

The Thai Army proposes sending cadets to China's Academy of Armoured Forces to strengthen military cooperation.
Discussions included exchanging military curricula, expertise, and information on cyber, space affairs, AI, and UAV technology.
Both nations plan to share knowledge and experience in combating online crime and scam networks.
China reiterated its neutral stance on the Thai-Cambodian border situation, supporting peaceful resolution efforts.