Thai Revenue Dept. denies imported COVID-19 vaccines are double taxed

13 Sept 16:18 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Revenue Department refutes allegations of double taxation on COVID-19 vaccines imported by the private sector.
Officials confirm only a 7% VAT is charged, not 14%, and importers can claim VAT refunds or deduct it from sales tax.

Flooding persists in Bangkok and 22 provinces

Today 16:00 Key points summarised by AI

Persistent flooding continues across Bangkok and 22 Thai provinces, though water levels are gradually receding in many affected areas.
Over 604,000 families, impacting approximately 1.83 million people, are still grappling with the widespread flood conditions.
The national flood death toll has reached 80 since mid-September, with fatalities reported across various provinces.
Major regions like Pathum Thani, Ayutthaya, and Bangkok report significant numbers of affected households, with hundreds of thousands still in trouble.