Royal Thai Navy to switch from a Chinese submarine to a frigate : Defence Minister

Royal Thai Navy to switch from a Chinese submarine to a frigate : Defence Minister

21 Sept 05:44 Key points summarised by AI

The Royal Thai Navy (RTN) has decided to switch its procurement from a Chinese S26T Yuan-class submarine to a frigate, primarily due to unresolved issues with Germany refusing to supply engines for the submarine.
China has agreed to consider the RTN's plan to change the procurement, with Defence Minister Sutin Klungsang expecting the new deal to be concluded next month.

Cabinet approves ฿10.5bn central fund for flood relief

Cabinet approves ฿10.5bn central fund for flood relief

Yesterday 14:04 Key points summarised by AI

The Cabinet allocated 10.5 billion baht from the fiscal 2027 central emergency fund to provide financial relief for flood victims.
This funding will cover remaining compensation payments and relief operations for severely affected households, as fiscal 2026 funds have been exhausted.

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