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Ramp up role in the region
News, Editorial, Published on 12/02/2024
» The Srettha administration deserves praise for running a proactive foreign policy that aims to see the country play a leading role in the region. Yet there are critical issues that demand urgent government attention.
Discover romance in these places
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 10/02/2024
» There are many ways to express your love for someone. Guru By Bangkok Post has compiled 50+ of them.
A tranquil sanctuary
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 07/02/2024
» When it's time to disconnect from the real world and escape from the concrete jungle that is Bangkok, Luang Prabang in Laos is always my first choice.
Lao Asean chair: better comfort level
Oped, Kavi Chongkittavorn, Published on 06/02/2024
» The outgrowth of the latest Asean foreign ministers' retreat in Luang Prabang last week palpably shows a better comfort level between the host and their colleagues. Such a casual atmosphere generated better outcomes without politicising or dragging on contentious issues. Most importantly, Vientiane's diplomatic finesse is highly visible in its third chairmanship in approaching Asean-related issues and challenges: the thinking is less is more with clear-cut priorities. If this trajectory continues, the Lao chair will be lauded.
Asean's hope for Myanmar
Oped, Editorial, Published on 03/02/2024
» As the third anniversary of Myanmar's military coup fell this week, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) has made some progress in its peace efforts for its isolated member.
Bangkok-Savannakhet air link to boost tourism
Online Reporters, Published on 02/02/2024
» Laos will introduce a new air link between Savannakhet and Bangkok next month to attract tourists during a campaign to visit the country this year.
Asean dept DG reinforces ties during retreat
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 01/02/2024
» Bolbongse Vangphaen, deputy director-general of the Department of Asean, has outlined discussions Thailand held with foreign ministers of Laos, Indonesia, Vietnam, and Cambodia during the Asean Foreign Ministers' Retreat held in the Lao city of Luang Prabang on Sunday and Monday.
Humanitarian corridor from Myanmar wars planned in Tak
Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 30/01/2024
» Thailand will set up a safe zone in Tak for international operations to help Myanmar people fleeing the fighting in their home country, with an eye to expanding the corridor to other border areas.
Thai FM backs Laos in Asean affairs
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 30/01/2024
» Luang Prabang: The Thai foreign minister said Thailand is ready to support Laos's role in dealing with the Myanmar crisis and other areas important to the Asean region.
Asean endorses Thai initiative for Myanmar
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 30/01/2024
» Luang Prabang: Asean and Myanmar have welcomed Thailand's initiative to create a safe zone to provide humanitarian assistance as part of efforts to help solve the Myanmar crisis.