45 days for flood-devastated Mae Sai to return to normal - PM

14 Sept 00:50 Key points summarised by AI

Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra estimates Mae Sai township, Chiang Rai, will take 45 days to clear thick mud and return to normal after two weeks of severe flooding.
The PM inspected extensive damage to roads, markets, and homes, noting 60 houses destroyed and many abandoned, and assured government support while instructing local MPs to secure medical supplies.

Application for ‘Nene Royal’ trademark withdrawn

Today 18:24 Key points summarised by AI

A third-party application for "NENE" and "NENE ROYAL" trademarks was officially withdrawn, resolving a high-profile dispute over the Thai pop artist's name.
Black Lotus Global LLC, managing Nene Royal's rights, has legitimate trademark applications for various categories under fast-track processing, with final approval anticipated by February 2027.
The Department of Intellectual Property (DIP) monitors international trademark filings to protect Thai creators and advises early registration to prevent unauthorized third-party claims, noting a "NENE" trademark already registered in South Korea.