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PHNOM PENH – Cambodia and Thailand traded accusations of fresh clashes along their border on Wednesday, after Bangkok said it was pausing the implementation of a US-backed peace deal.

Police took dual Chinese-Cambodian national She Zhijiang from Klong Prem Central Prison in Bangkok to Suvarnabhumi airport on Wednesday for extradition to China and trial on online gambling charges.

The South Korean embassy has announced a relaxation of criteria for young Thais who can speak Korean seeking employment visas. 

The Anti-Money Laundering Office on Tuesday impounded assets worth 159 million baht from coalition MP Chonnapat Naksua and others as part of an investigation into online gambling.

The reservoir behind the Bhumibol Dam in Tak province could reach full capacity within two days, according to PM’s Office Minister Paradorn Prissanananthakul, as concerns of flooding in various areas of Thailand grow.

The Thai government has authorised full military operations as needed to defend national sovereignty after halting all activity related to a US-backed peace accord with Cambodia, following a new landmine blast that injured four Thai soldiers.

A Thai government committee overseeing alcohol policy will meet on Thursday to review new rules that impose harsh fines for drinking during times when sales are prohibited, government spokesman Siripong Angkasakulkiat said on Tuesday.