But a highlight of his trip will be the cabinet's consideration of projects proposed by various agencies that relate to infrastructure and administrative affairs, Mr Wichian said after meeting local officials. Nakhon Ratchasima municipality has proposed a number of ideas on city affairs while Irrigation Office 8 is pushing for better water management, Mr Wichian said. Media reports say at least five districts in Nakhon Ratchasima -- Thepharak, Prathai, Sida, Bua Lai and Non Daeng -- were flooded, affecting hundreds of villages. Gen Prayut has been following the situation closely, Mr Wichian said, adding the prime minister ordered him to discuss with officials what immediate help they can provide to affected villagers. The premier's desire to inspect the aftermath of the floods also factored into his decision to chair the mobile cabinet meeting there, Mr Wichian said.

Source: Bangkok Post August 02, 2017 23:15 UTC