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Thailand to buy another 35m doses of COVID-19 vaccine from other companies

13 Sept 14:07 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand will procure an additional 35 million COVID-19 vaccine doses from new companies, expanding its total supply beyond the initial 65 million from Sinovac and AstraZeneca.
The private sector, led by the Board of Trade of Thailand, will contribute to this purchase by funding 10-15 million doses for their employees, alleviating the government's financial burden.
Officials have been instructed to ensure all available vaccine doses are distributed and administered by the end of the current year.

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.