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US-Phang Nga base claim baseless, says deputy defence minister

10 Sept 22:01 Key points summarised by AI

Thai Deputy Defence Minister Gen Nattaphon Nakpanich dismissed claims that the U.S. requested a naval base in Phang Nga for tariff negotiations, stating his ministry received no such proposal.
Deputy Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai affirmed that U.S. and allied naval vessels already utilize the base under existing cooperation agreements, clarifying the context behind viral reports.
The Thai Navy has long-standing plans to develop the Phang Nga naval base to enhance its operational capacity, addressing the current limitations of the small facility on the Andaman coast.
The U.S. Navy's inquiry about using the upgraded base for logistical resupply is a natural consequence of the lack of deep-sea ports on the Andaman coast, contributing to Thailand's annual multi-billion baht earnings from such services and associated tourism.

Yesterday 12:56 Key points summarised by AI

President Macron condemned widespread rioting and looting during nationwide protests, blaming far-left activists and criminals for the "unrestrained violence" and vowing accountability for those who "sought to bring down the Republic."
Over 2,400 arrests were made as protests against rising living costs and poor school conditions escalated, causing extensive damage to public buildings and businesses in cities like Paris, Limoges (where City Hall burned), Marseille, and Lyon.
The unrest, which organizers hoped would revive the "yellow vest" movement, saw political leaders trade blame, with Macron instructing prefects to protect public buildings and potentially ban future protests to prevent further disorder.