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Thai PM stresses adherence to law as reports emerge of Uyghur repatriation

14 Sept 16:36 Key points summarised by AI

Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra stated she lacks details on the reported repatriation of 48 Uyghur detainees but emphasized adherence to law, international procedures, and human rights.
Opposition MP Kannavee Suebsang reported seeing vans, believed to be carrying the Uyghurs detained for 11 years, leaving a Bangkok detention center for an airport, with police reportedly blocking roads to prevent pursuit.
Human rights organizations, including HRW, have consistently warned that repatriating the Uyghurs to China risks severe human rights violations, including torture, arbitrary detention, and potential execution.
The situation has drawn international concern, with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio pledging to press Thailand against the deportation due to grave fears for the Uyghurs' safety in China.

Today 11:30 Key points summarised by AI

Kylian Mbappe issued an apology after a viral video showed him joking about a 'Chinese dictator' in reference to Mao Zedong, sparking widespread offense in China.
Major Chinese sponsors, including beverage giant Dongpeng and dairy producers Mengniu and Milkground, swiftly terminated their endorsement deals with the football star.
The controversy escalated as China Media Group (CMG) suspended broadcasts of La Liga matches and demanded an apology from Real Madrid, despite La Liga's own apology for Mbappe's comments.
The incident underscores the strict cultural taboos surrounding Mao Zedong in China and the significant repercussions for public figures making insensitive remarks.