Flood Watch: Lom Sak raised flood alerts after the river hit 8.12m, urging residents to protect vulnerable people and avoid electrical hazards while crews clear drainage equipment to keep water moving. Weather Warnings: Heavy rain also triggered reservoir and flood alerts in Nakhon Ratchasima, Phetchabun and Nan, with officials warning of overflow risk and possible evacuations. Regional Diplomacy: Thailand and Sri Lanka agreed to expedite visa-free arrangements for ordinary passport holders, alongside broader cooperation on trade, tourism, labour mobility and maritime security. Energy Cooperation: Oman and Thailand signed an energy MoU to expand investment, training and an “Energy Policy Dialogue,” while Valeura reported an oil discovery near its Manora field and progress on its Jasmine field in the Gulf of Thailand. Trade Talks: Thailand proposed talks between PM Anutin and US President Trump on Sept 17–18 to wrap up a bilateral trade deal and tariff issues. Crime & Fraud Response: Thai police arrested a Chinese fugitive tied to a tyre firm worth over 600m baht, as Thailand also welcomed a China-led international alliance targeting cross-border telecom and cyber fraud. Infrastructure: Transport minister backed a new Phetchaburi road link (“Tri Buri Ratthaya”) with a feasibility study due by April 2027.