Thai people should not panic, but be aware of other countries’ advice to stockpile necessities
CAAT demands explanation from AOT over runway incident at Suvarnabhumi airport
A closer look at the coalition’s ‘Fair’ peace plan for insurgency-hit Deep South
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AI In-brief13 Sept 12:11
A closer look at the coalition’s ‘Fair’ peace plan for insurgency-hit Deep South
The minor Fair Party gained prominence by joining the Move Forward-led coalition, specifically for its dedicated peace plan aimed at resolving the long-standing insurgency in Thailand's Deep South.
The coalition, led by Pita Limjaroenrat, aligns with Fair Party's vision, advocating for decentralization, civilian-led efforts, and prioritizing food security over military security in the southern border provinces.
Fair Party's "comprehensive approach" includes making peace a national agenda, revoking freedom restrictions, restructuring local bureaucracy, and proposing the abolition of key security agencies, drawing on MP Kannavee Suebsang's experience from South Sudan.
AI In-briefToday 12:46
CAAT demands explanation from AOT over runway incident at Suvarnabhumi airport
The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) demanded an explanation from Airports of Thailand (AOT) after a China Airlines flight got stuck on a Suvarnabhumi runway due to heavy rain and groundwater.
CAAT urged AOT to implement technology for structural integrity testing across runways and taxiways, advocating for proactive maintenance to prevent future incidents.
AOT acknowledged that Suvarnabhumi's 20-year-old runway, built on soft soil with high water content, is structurally affected by continuous aircraft weight and heavy rainfall.
AOT committed to targeted runway maintenance during off-peak hours (10 days, 8 pm-6 am) to avoid full closure, emphasizing increased inspections and risk assessments.