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Ten military facilities in Bangkok reserved for field hospitals as needed

15 Sept 06:17 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Ministry of Defence designated ten military facilities in Bangkok as potential field hospitals, capable of accommodating up to 3,000 patients, to manage potential COVID-19 surges.
The military has also prepared medical personnel and equipment to support these field hospitals.
Concurrently, Rajavithi and Ramathibodi hospitals have scaled back non-urgent services due to COVID-19 infections among their staff, leading to quarantines and staff shortages.
Both hospitals reported new staff infections, prompting service adjustments and urging non-urgent patients to postpone visits.

Today 16:46 Key points summarised by AI

A dinner between Bhumjaithai and Kla Tham party leaders sparked rumors of a potential merger, though Bhumjaithai's leader, Anutin, downplayed it as a casual meal.
The meeting is widely interpreted as a strategic message from Bhumjaithai to the Pheu Thai party, signaling alternative support ahead of an upcoming no-confidence debate.
Thailand's Constitution (Section 99) currently prohibits direct mergers of parties with sitting MPs during the House's term, a rule designed to prevent the 'buying and selling' of MPs.
While direct mergers are restricted, MPs can still switch parties if dismissed by a three-fourths party vote or if their party dissolves, allowing for indirect political realignments.
Kla Tham's voting behavior in the censure debate will demonstrate its loyalty to the government, potentially influencing future political dynamics despite current merger restrictions.