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Myanmar dialogue pushed
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 27/07/2024
» Thailand reiterated its role in helping to mitigate the crisis in Myanmar at the 57th Asean Ministerial Meeting (AMM) on Friday, with Foreign Affairs Minister Maris Sangiampongsa saying the country was ready to facilitate constructive dialogue between stakeholders.
Siam Paragon Hosts Cultural Event for King’s Birthday
Published on 26/07/2024
» To commemorate His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua of Thailand’s 72nd birthday anniversary on 28 July 2024, Siam Paragon, in collaboration with 12 embassies to Thailand, is hosting “The Nation Unites in Commemorating His Majesty the King” event from 26-29 July 2024 at Parc Paragon, Siam Paragon. The event features cultural performances from Thailand and 12 countries under the concept “Long-Standing Relations.” Additionally, a majestic floral exhibit by internationally-renowned florist Sakul Inthakul is on display at The Jewel, M Floor, throughout July 2024, supported by Siam Commercial Bank PCL and Boon Rawd Brewery Co., Ltd.
Japan, Asean to boost security ties amid China rise
Kyodo News, Published on 26/07/2024
» VIENTIANE - Japanese Foreign Minister Yoko Kamikawa agreed with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) on Friday to deepen security and economic cooperation, with China attempting to bolster its clout in nearby waters through a military buildup.
Indonesia presses Myanmar on peace commitments as Asean ministers meet
Published on 26/07/2024
» VIENTIANE: Indonesia's foreign minister at a regional meeting on Thursday called out warring camps in Myanmar over their refusal to agree to dialogue, as fighting intensifies between the ruling military and an alliance of armed groups.
Central Group rolls out QR code payments for tourists
Business, Published on 26/07/2024
» The Central Group of companies, including Central Retail Corporation, Central Pattana, and Centara Hotels and Resorts, have partnered with the Bank of Thailand and six leading commercial banks to provide a cross-border QR payment service for tourists.
Remembering a Southeast Asianist
Oped, Thitinan Pongsudhirak, Published on 26/07/2024
» It is not often these days to find scholars of Southeast Asia with exceptional breadth and depth, prescience, and commitment who stick to their creed until the end. In the pantheon of such rare scholars, Benedict O'Gorman Anderson, who died in 2015, would have led the way. James C Scott would be right beside him in a distinctly different fashion.
Asean chair Laos stresses group's unity amid superpower rivalry
Published on 25/07/2024
» VIENTIANE: The foreign ministers of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) met in Vientiane on Thursday, with Laos, the regional grouping's current chair, stressing that member nations need to remain united amid geopolitical changes, in an apparent reference to growing superpower rivalry in the region.
New movies out this week: July 25-31
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 25/07/2024
» New releases that hit cinemas in Thailand this week.
Singing cop accused of extortion
Gary Boyle, Published on 25/07/2024
» Two policemen, one a talented singer, and three civilians are accused of the extortion of 700,000 baht from two illegal Chinese nationals on a motorway to Pattaya.
Tech fair showcases AI and robotic advances
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 25/07/2024
» Artificial intelligence (AI), virtual and augmented reality technologies and space technology are among the highlights at the ongoing MHESI Fair 2024 SCI-POWER For Future Thailand.