Thai sports authority denies breaching “Must Carry” rule for World Cup broadcasts

13 Sept 13:57 Key points summarised by AI

The Sports Authority of Thailand (SAT) denies accusations from the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) of violating the “Must Carry” rule for World Cup 2022 broadcasts, particularly concerning IPTV platform access.
The NBTC demands a 600 million baht refund from SAT, alleging non-compliance, and threatens to escalate the case to the Administrative Court.

Cabinet approves same-sex cohabitation bill

Yesterday 09:40 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's cabinet approved a landmark bill to legalize cohabitation for intersex couples, potentially making it the first Asian nation to formally recognize LGBT partnerships.
The proposed law grants registered intersex couples significant rights, including collective financial management, inheritance, medical consent, and the ability to arrange funerals.
This legislative move aims to rectify the existing legal framework that only recognizes heterosexual marriage, aligning Thai law with human rights principles and the reality of intersex couples living together.