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Switzerland's donated 1.1 million antigen test kits, 102 respirators arrive in Thailand

13 Sept 15:53 Key points summarised by AI

Switzerland delivered 1.1 million COVID-19 antigen test kits and 102 respirators to Thailand, with the shipment arriving today.
This medical aid, provided by Swiss Humanitarian Aid, aims to bolster Thailand's efforts against the COVID-19 pandemic and coincides with Federal Councillor Ignazio Cassis's diplomatic visit to Southeast Asia.

Yesterday 16:06 Key points summarised by AI

Two suspected drug couriers were killed in a shootout with narcotics officers in Phetchaburi province.
Authorities seized approximately half a tonne of crystal methamphetamine, also known as Ice, during the operation.
The incident occurred on Tuesday night after officers tracked a network suspected of transporting large quantities of drugs to southern Thailand.
The suspects, identified as Chattharin and Rungarun, both 27, opened fire when confronted by officers, who returned fire, resulting in their deaths.