Police deploy 5,000 officers to secure IMF–World Bank meeting venues
Heavy rain triggers flash floods, disrupts traffic in Kanchanaburi
PSST leads in Social Security Board election
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PSST leads in Social Security Board election
Today 13:04Key points summarised by AI
The Progressive Social Security Team (PSST) established a strong lead in the Social Security Board election, securing significant worker and employer votes.
PSST candidates pledged immediate reforms to ensure transparency, efficiency, and wiser management of the 2.6-2.9 trillion baht Social Security Fund.
Proposed changes include capping administrative spending at 3% of annual contributions and introducing a 'Care' system for fairer retirement pensions.
Despite their electoral success, PSST reported suspected voting irregularities at several polling stations.
Heavy rain triggers flash floods, disrupts traffic in Kanchanaburi
Today 08:52Key points summarised by AI
Torrential downpours on Sunday caused widespread flash floods across Kanchanaburi province.
Key roads, including a section of the newly opened M81 motorway and U Thong Road, were inundated, severely disrupting traffic.
Floodwaters spilled into adjacent residential areas and caused the Mae Klong River to overflow, impacting the municipal city center.