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Appeal for humanitarian aid for Burmese sheltering in Thailand

24 Sept 11:58 Key points summarised by AI

The anti-Myanmar junta National Unity Government (NUG) urgently appealed for humanitarian assistance for Burmese civilians fleeing civil war and seeking temporary refuge in Thailand.
Myanmar military's escalating attacks, including artillery and air strikes on civilian targets in Myawaddy, are driving thousands across the border into Thailand, with displacement numbers expected to increase.
The NUG expressed sincere appreciation for the Thai government, military, and authorities in Tak province for providing assistance, shelter, and support, recognizing Thailand as a 'good neighbour'.

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.