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AI In-brief 13 Sept 05:18

Parliament to select new prime minister on July 13

Thai parliament will convene a joint sitting on July 13 to vote for the next prime minister.
House speaker-elect Wan Muhamad Noor Matha confirmed the date, stating the meeting will involve both the House and the Senate.

AI In-brief Today 12:46

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.