Showing 1 - 10 of 4,166
Philippines’ Marcos raises sea tensions during China meeting
Bloomberg News, Published on 10/10/2024
» VIENTIANE - Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr called on nations to reduce tensions in the South China Sea during a meeting between Southeast Asian leaders and Chinese Premier Li Qiang on Thursday.
Thaicom and Hughes India Partner for Satellite Capacity
Published on 10/10/2024
» Thaicom Public Company Limited, a leading Asian satellite and space tech company, today announced that its subsidiary, IPSTAR (India) Private Limited (IPSTAR), has signed an agreement for satellite capacity with Hughes Communications India Private Limited (HCI), a leading provider of broadband satellite and managed network services. The agreement covers satellite capacity over India on Thaicom’s satellite fleet.
Playing cat and mouse at Downing Street
Roger Crutchley, Published on 06/10/2024
» Important news from London. Larry the Cat has a new housemate at Downing Street. Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced the arrival of a white Siberian kitten called Prince. This breed of cat is apparently "good at problem solving" so considering the state of the UK at the moment it should be kept very busy in the PM's office. It is unclear if it will attend Cabinet meetings as being a Russian breed it may face security issues.
US and allies test ‘drone’ ships
Published on 04/10/2024
» LONDON - The navies of Britain, Australia and the United States were able to control uncrewed ships in Australia while sitting more than 15,000 kilometres away in Portugal as part of a series of military experiments, the Royal Navy said on Friday.
Seawall plan raises ire
Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 02/10/2024
» The Pheu Thai Party's plan to build a seawall comprising nine artificial islands in the Gulf of Thailand, which would stretch from Bang Khunthian district in Bangkok to Chon Buri, has drawn protests from critics, many of whom are concerned about the project's impact on the environment.
Vietnam boat attacked near contested South China Sea islands
Reuters, Published on 01/10/2024
» HANOI - At least 10 Vietnamese fishermen have been injured after their boat was attacked by a foreign vessel while fishing near Paracel islands claimed by both China and Vietnam, state media reports said late on Monday.
New chief of navy backs China sub buy
News, Post Reporters, Published on 01/10/2024
» Newly appointed navy chief Adm Jirapol Wongwit said that the navy would proceed with its submarine procurement project with China.
Passengers set for world's 1st continual cruise after repair delay
Published on 30/09/2024
» BELFAST - Cruise passengers are to set sail from Belfast on Monday on a three-and-a-half-year world voyage after being stranded in the city for months as the ship underwent unexpected repair works. Some plan to make it their forever home.
Meliá Koh Samui Wins Best 5-Star Hotel Award at TTG Travel Awards 2024
Published on 30/09/2024
» Meliá Koh Samui, famed for its distinctive nautical-themed design and exceptional service, has been awarded “Best 5-Star Hotel – Koh Samui” at the prestigious TTG Travel Awards 2024. This accolade underscores the resort’s dedication to delivering outstanding guest experiences, making it a standout amongst Koh Samui’s hospitality offerings.
China holds drills in South China Sea
Published on 28/09/2024
» Chinese air and sea forces are conducting manoeuvres in a disputed area of the South China Sea, the military said on Saturday, hours after the country’s top diplomat discussed ways of reducing regional tension with his US counterpart.