Customs officials seize 8 tonnes of imported pork in Maha Sarakham

15 Sept 01:58 Key points summarised by AI

Thai customs officials seized eight tonnes of frozen pork, valued at 1.6 million baht, from two trucks in Maha Sarakham, suspected of being smuggled from Laos.
The drivers were charged with illegal smuggling and violating infectious animal disease laws, as Thailand bans pork imports to prevent African swine fever and concerns over chemical treatment.
Pork smuggling has surged due to significant price differences between imported and local pork, prompting Thai pig farmers to demand a crackdown to protect their businesses.

Cabinet approves ฿10.5bn central fund for flood relief

Yesterday 14:04 Key points summarised by AI

The Cabinet allocated 10.5 billion baht from the fiscal 2027 central emergency fund to provide financial relief for flood victims.
This funding will cover remaining compensation payments and relief operations for severely affected households, as fiscal 2026 funds have been exhausted.