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Queen Sirikit’s royal cremation ceremony set for December 15-19

Today 14:30Key points summarised by AI

The royal cremation ceremony for the late Queen Sirikit, the Queen Mother, is scheduled from December 15-19 at Sanam Luang in Bangkok.
The five-day event encompasses a series of significant rituals, including a royal merit-making ceremony, the procession and cremation of the royal urn, collection of royal ashes, and their enshrinement.
PM’s Office Minister Supamas Isarabhakdi emphasized the profound national importance of these ceremonies, urging all sectors to collaborate in disseminating information about Her Majesty’s benevolence and the beauty of Thai arts and culture.

Today 22:03Key points summarised by AI

Farmers' Federation members demand 1.4 billion baht from the Central Fund for debt refinancing, citing a cabinet approval from March 2022 that remains unfunded.
Passenger van operators protest the current 10-year operating life limit and the mandate to replace vans with expensive GPS-equipped mini-buses, advocating for a universal 13-year cap.