80 immigration police face charges for accepting money to extend visas for Chinese businessmen

13 Sept 23:37 Key points summarised by AI

Approximately 80 immigration police officers, including three generals, face disciplinary and criminal charges for allegedly extending visas for Chinese nationals in exchange for financial gain.
The Chinese nationals are suspected of involvement in 'grey businesses,' particularly night entertainment, with investigations stemming from raids on pubs linked to drug trafficking and illicit activities.

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.