Flood Response: Thailand is stepping up its nationwide flood response ahead of more heavy rain forecast for Oct 4–5, with PM Anutin Charnvirakul ordering agencies to coordinate evacuations and post-flood recovery, prioritise elderly, bedridden patients, children and people with disabilities, and use one shared information set on water levels and drainage. Flood Impact: Authorities say flooding has hit 43 provinces and Bangkok since Sept 16–30, affecting over 1.14 million households; as of Oct 1, water still persists in 29 provinces and parts of Bangkok. Business Climate: Thailand’s business sentiment weakened in September as Middle East tensions flared and stimulus effects faded, with the central bank reporting declines across production, performance and costs. Aviation Disruption: Thai Airways’ flood-related operational chaos continues to ripple through flights and baggage handling, with disruptions extending into early October. Sports (Asian Games): Thailand’s beach volleyball team reached the women’s gold-medal match after a semifinal win over the Philippines, while Thailand sits 6th in the medals table after Day 12 with 12 gold, 11 silver and 15 bronze. Regional Spotlight: Europol warns cannabis smuggling from North America and Thailand into Europe is rising, prompting a dedicated taskforce to dismantle criminal networks.