Thai PM says multilateralism is key, as Cambodia hosts Asia-Europe Summit

21 Sept 06:50 Key points summarised by AI

Thai Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha championed multilateralism at the 13th Asia-Europe (ASEM) Summit, asserting it as vital for overcoming global crises and proposing "5Ps" (People, Partnership, Peace, Prosperity, Planet) for ASEM's agenda.
Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen opened the ASEM Summit, themed "Strengthening Multilateralism for Shared Growth," calling for sustainable and shared global recovery in the post-COVID-19 era.
Myanmar's Senior Gen. Min Aung Hlaing was notably absent from the summit, represented by a "working group," reflecting international ostracization following the military takeover and human rights abuses.

Six injured after car smashes into On Nut shopping mall

Yesterday 22:44 Key points summarised by AI

A 67-year-old woman drove her car through the glass frontage of a Bangkok shopping mall, injuring six people, including a six-year-old girl.
The driver claimed she accidentally pressed the accelerator instead of the brake after being startled, causing the vehicle to surge forward.
She apologized to the victims, promising insurance coverage and additional financial aid, while police continue to gather statements before filing charges.