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Thailand’s wild tigers have doubled in number 189 since 2014

13 Sept 11:43 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's wild tiger population has doubled to 189 since 2014, a 100% increase, as confirmed by a recent census using camera traps.
This significant rise in tiger numbers indicates the improved health of Thailand's forest ecosystems, with most tigers concentrated in key complexes like Kaeng Krachan and Dong Phyayen-Khao Yai.
The Department of National Parks has launched a national action plan (2023-2034) to further boost tiger and prey populations, focusing on habitat protection against encroachment and reintroduction efforts.
On International Tiger Day, conservation agencies are promoting awareness with the theme 'Move Forward to Sustainable Tiger Conservation' to support ongoing efforts.

Today 14:58 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's government will launch the "Chainat-Pasak-Gulf" water diversion canal project in fiscal year 2027, a seven-year mega-infrastructure initiative.
This permanent structural solution aims to mitigate recurrent central plains flooding by diverting water from the Chao Phraya River directly into the Gulf of Thailand, significantly reducing flow to major cities like Ayutthaya and Bangkok.
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul justifies the long-term investment as a means to reduce future damages and fiscal burdens, contrasting it with the 40-50 billion baht spent annually on short-term flood relief.
Concurrently, the Prime Minister instructed officials to expand drainage capacity into the Tha Chin River and swiftly remove water hyacinths to improve immediate flood management.