AI In-brief 24 Sept 22:14

Thai Foreign Ministry unaware of Myanmar ambassador’s recall

Thailand's Foreign Ministry confirmed it has not been informed about the reported recall of Myanmar's ambassador, Zaw Zaw Soe, stating it's an internal Myanmar government matter.
The ambassador was reportedly summoned back to Naypyitaw for questioning, according to Myanmar sources and the Irrawaddy news outlet.
Allegations against Zaw Zaw Soe include colluding with Thai-based Myanmar businessmen to transport workers and issuing passports to individuals opposed to the military regime.
The recall occurred just five days after the ambassador met with Thailand’s labour minister to discuss Myanmar migrant worker data and official remittance channels.

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Thailand, Myanmar to meet later this month to discuss river pollution

Thailand and Myanmar will convene on November 25-26 to address critical cross-border pollution affecting the Sai and Kok rivers, with Myanmar expressing readiness to cooperate.
The bilateral meeting, expedited at Thailand's request, aims to tackle growing concerns over river contamination.
Discussions also covered recent border tensions, with Myanmar expressing regret over military operations that affected Thailand and proposing a special meeting between military representatives.
Both nations agreed to establish a new working group to enhance coordination and accelerate joint efforts against transnational crime, particularly scam operations along the border.

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