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Govt vs hospital: Who is right in the row over Poland’s failed vaccine donation?

13 Sept 12:22 Key points summarised by AI

A significant dispute emerged between Thailand's Foreign Ministry and Thammasat University Hospital regarding a collapsed deal for 1.5 million free Moderna vaccine doses from Poland.
Thammasat Hospital, in partnership with a private firm, aimed to secure the donation to provide free jabs to at-risk individuals, with the private entity covering logistical costs by selling a portion of the doses.
The Foreign Ministry blocked the deal by refusing to issue a required letter, citing Poland's stipulation that donated vaccines could not be sold and expressing concerns over market authorization and potential damage to Thailand's credibility.
The deal ultimately collapsed, leading Thammasat Hospital to abandon its pursuit of free vaccine donations, though it will continue to offer paid vaccination services, while the Ministry emphasized adherence to international rules.

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.