Second round of Thai-Cambodian maritime talks to focus on legal issues

Today 10:08 Key points summarised by AI

The second round of Thai-Cambodian conciliation talks in The Hague will address technical and legal issues concerning maritime boundaries, with both nations reviewing each other's legal arguments and supporting documents.
The dispute stems from overlapping claims in the Gulf of Thailand, an area rich in potential offshore oil and natural gas, with Cambodia initiating the process after Thailand terminated a 2001 memorandum of understanding.

Australian man denies murder of Thai teenager in Pattaya suitcase case

Today 10:42 Key points summarised by AI

An Australian man accused of murdering a 17-year-old Thai girl and concealing her body in a suitcase in Pattaya has denied the murder charge, claiming self-defence during a struggle.
The suspect pleaded guilty only to concealing the victim's body, asserting he did not know she was under 18 and denying other charges, including offences involving a minor.
Arrested at Suvarnabhumi Airport while attempting to leave Thailand, he faces charges of murder, body concealment, and alleged sexual offences, with court hearings scheduled for December.
The victim's father is seeking 1.65 million baht in compensation and expressed his family's intent to pursue the case to the fullest extent, including requesting the death penalty, after the suspect refused to apologize.