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Pacific microstate sells passports to fund climate action
AFP, Published on 07/08/2025
» SYDNEY - A remote Pacific nation has started selling passports to fund climate action, but is so far struggling to attract new citizens to the low-lying, largely barren island.
Huge quake off Russia sparks Pacific tsunami warnings
AFP, Published on 30/07/2025
» TOKYO - Tsunamis hit parts of Russia's Far East and Japan on Wednesday after a huge magnitude 8.8 earthquake, with warnings in place around the Pacific of waves of over three metres (10 feet) in places.
Trump administration weighs adding 36 countries to travel ban, memo says
Published on 16/06/2025
» WASHINGTON - US President Donald Trump's administration is considering significantly expanding its travel restrictions by potentially banning citizens of 36 additional countries from entering the United States, according to an internal State Department cable seen by Reuters.
Thai troops to join major military exercise
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 26/04/2025
» Thailand is set to participate in Exercise Talisman Sabre, the largest military exercise ever conducted in Australia, scheduled for mid-July.
This is how Asia Pacific is responding to US reciprocal tariffs
Published on 07/04/2025
» President Donald Trump’s 10% baseline tariffs on US trading partners around the world came into effect on Saturday.
Thai PM Srettha to approve 60-day visa-free entry for 93 countries
Published on 14/07/2024
» Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin said he would sign his name to approve the government's visa-free scheme for visitors to Thailand from 93 countries on Monday.
World leaders take COP28 stage as climate, Gaza share spotlight
AFP, Published on 01/12/2023
» DUBAI - World leaders descended on Dubai for United Nations (UN) climate talks on Friday, under pressure to step up efforts to limit global warming as the Israel-Hamas conflict casts a shadow over the summit.
Climate and Gaza crises share spotlight as world leaders attend COP28
AFP, Published on 01/12/2023
» DUBAI - World leaders take centre stage at United Nations climate talks in Dubai on Friday, under pressure to step up efforts to limit global warming as the Israel-Hamas conflict casts a shadow over the summit.
Global INHPF Delegates Explore Healthy Space Benjakiti Park
Published on 16/11/2023
» As Bangkok adapts to urbanisation, Healthy Space Benjakiti Park emerges as part of a global health promotion initiative, hosting over 20 INHPF delegates during their 20th International Network of Health Promotion Foundations meeting. This collaborative project by the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration and Thai Health Foundation aims to encourage healthier urban lifestyles, fostering physical activities and safe spaces in the city. It aligns with Bangkok's commitment to promote well-being and economic growth by creating spaces that prioritise health and meet the demands of modern urban living.
Thailand Hosts INHPF Annual Meeting for Health Promotion Equity
Published on 15/11/2023
» The seismic impact of the global pandemic and the ensuing economic downturn has spurred a worldwide reevaluation of healthcare priorities. This reassessment is driving the development of novel operational frameworks that prioritise the sustenance of well-being and the promotion of equitable access to healthcare goods and services.