CCSA advisor says Thailand’s COVID-19 situation has not yet improved

13 Sept 15:11 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's COVID-19 situation has not improved, with daily infections fluctuating between 5,000-7,000 and a potential surge post-lockdown easing.
CCSA advisor Dr. Udom Kachinthorn stresses the critical need for vaccinations and adherence to basic safety measures (masks, social distancing) to prevent a substantial increase, drawing parallels with European resurgences.
He aims for a significant reduction to 1,000-2,000 daily cases and under 20 fatalities, noting WHO warnings of new pandemic growth and AstraZeneca's potential for fewer severe cases.
While supporting economic recovery through eased restrictions, Dr. Udom warns that New Year countdown events may be canceled if infections escalate.

Uthenthawai students and alumni declare truce with Pathumwan rivals

Yesterday 20:34 Key points summarised by AI

Uthenthawai students and alumni have pledged to cease violent clashes with Pathumwan Institute rivals, coinciding with their campus's reopening after a 90-day closure.
The Minister of Higher Education is mediating the long-running conflict, while the campus closure has significantly disrupted in-person classes and laboratory work for over 1,000 students.
Uthenthawai resists relocation from its current site, citing a historical land grant from King Rama VI, despite Chulalongkorn University's plans to reclaim the land for an educational hub.
Concerns are mounting over the legality of the campus closure, its detrimental impact on uninvolved students, and the potential commercial development of the land, which critics argue contradicts the late King Rama VI's intentions.