Ex-chief of Kaeng Krachan national park found guilty of forced eviction of Karen community

1 Oct 21:38 Key points summarised by AI

The Public Sector Anti-Corruption Commission (PACC) found former Kaeng Krachan national park chief, Chaiwat Limlikhit-akson, guilty of malfeasance for the 2011 forced eviction and burning of a Karen community's homes.
PACC recommended Chaiwat's dismissal from government service, initiating disciplinary and criminal investigations against him and six park officials involved.
Despite an Administrative Court previously ruling the Karens were illegal encroachers, it ordered state agencies to pay 10,000 baht in compensation to each affected family.
Chaiwat faced separate murder charges in connection with the 2014 disappearance of Karen activist Polajee “Billy” Rakchongcharoen, though prosecutors ultimately dropped the case.
Government officials are poised to act on the PACC's ruling within 30 days of receiving formal notification regarding Chaiwat's dismissal.

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.