China deaths rise to 490, Japan confirms 10 cases on ship

14 Sept 03:44 Key points summarised by AI

Mainland China's death toll from the new virus reached 490, with total cases rising to 24,324, primarily centered in Wuhan.
Ten individuals on a Japanese cruise ship tested positive, leading to a 14-day quarantine for all 3,700 passengers and crew.
Hong Kong reported new local transmission cases, intensifying hospital worker strikes demanding a complete border closure with mainland China, causing service disruptions.
New cases in Thailand, including local taxi drivers, suggest the virus may spread more easily between people than previously thought, raising concerns about community transmission.

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.