Myanmar coup: What we know so far

13 Sept 15:08 Key points summarised by AI

Myanmar's military seized power, detaining civilian leader Aung San Suu Kyi and other officials, citing alleged widespread voter fraud in the recent November election.
The military declared a one-year state of emergency, transferring all legislative, judicial, and executive powers to military chief General Min Aung Hlaing, effectively reinstating military rule.
This coup follows weeks of escalating tensions and concerns over the 2008 constitution, which grants the military significant political control and has been difficult for Suu Kyi's government to amend.
Myanmar has a history of military regimes, with this takeover echoing past coups in 1962 and 1988, despite a recent decade of democratic reforms.

Civic groups oppose plan to shift Thai PBS, three other bodies to state budget

Yesterday 17:04 Key points summarised by AI

Civic groups, including those representing labourers and older people, submitted a protest letter demanding the Bhumjaithai Party withdraw bills to shift funding for four organizations (Thai PBS, Older Persons Fund, Thai Health Promotion Foundation, Sports Authority of Thailand) from earmarked taxes to the central government budget.
Leaders argue these organizations were established for public interest, supporting public service media, elder care, public health, and sports development, and any amendments should consider all stakeholders' views.
Over 70% of parliamentary poll respondents opposed the proposed changes, prompting civic leaders to call on the ruling party to respect the people's will and withdraw the bills.
A network of slum dwellers also opposes the funding changes, threatening a rally if the government fails to address their demands.