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September South peace talks are off following recent Narathiwat violence

13 Sept 12:43Key points summarised by AI

Thailand canceled September peace talks with the Barisan Revolusi Nasional (BRN) after a deadly attack in Narathiwat killed five rangers and injured civilians.
Chief peace negotiator Thanut Suvarnananda demands an explanation from the BRN for the "unexpected" and "serious" violence before negotiations can resume.
The incident significantly damaged the positive momentum of the dialogue process, prompting the government to send questions to the BRN and await their response.
Despite the setback, Thailand remains committed to negotiations as a long-term solution, although the current peace process faces a vacuum as Malaysia changes its facilitator.

Today 06:32Key points summarised by AI

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha will lead a new command centre, approved by the cabinet, to address an anticipated severe drought, expected to be the worst in several years.
The command centre will feature working groups dedicated to water management, forecasting, early warning systems, and public relations to coordinate the national response.
Beyond immediate measures, the National Water Resources Committee (NWRC) is developing a 20-year water management plan to guarantee long-term access to clean water for all villages, covering consumption, agriculture, and industry.
Regional reports underscore the drought's severity, with the Mekong River in Nong Khai dropping significantly, and local administrations like Pathum Thani implementing water sharing systems for farmers.