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Cabinet approves 11-year rehabilitation plan for Bangkok’s Saen Saeb Canal

1 Oct 13:48 Key points summarised by AI

The cabinet approved an 11-year, 82.5 billion baht plan to rehabilitate Bangkok's 74km Saen Saeb Canal, focusing on environmental development and infrastructure improvements.
This comprehensive project, involving multiple agencies, encompasses 84 smaller projects and 39 wastewater treatment facilities to address pollution, aiming to treat 1.36 million cubic meters of effluent daily.

Today 16:46 Key points summarised by AI

A dinner between Bhumjaithai and Kla Tham party leaders sparked rumors of a potential merger, though Bhumjaithai's leader, Anutin, downplayed it as a casual meal.
The meeting is widely interpreted as a strategic message from Bhumjaithai to the Pheu Thai party, signaling alternative support ahead of an upcoming no-confidence debate.
Thailand's Constitution (Section 99) currently prohibits direct mergers of parties with sitting MPs during the House's term, a rule designed to prevent the 'buying and selling' of MPs.
While direct mergers are restricted, MPs can still switch parties if dismissed by a three-fourths party vote or if their party dissolves, allowing for indirect political realignments.
Kla Tham's voting behavior in the censure debate will demonstrate its loyalty to the government, potentially influencing future political dynamics despite current merger restrictions.