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Man sentenced to 30 years for lese-majeste
Online Reporters, Published on 10/02/2026
» A man convicted of posting 10 anti-monarchy comments on social media has been sentenced to 30 years in prison — three years for each post — under Section 112 of the Criminal Code, Thailand’s lese-majeste law.
Australians caught spray-painting Chiang Mai temple wall arrested
Panumate Tanraksa, Published on 07/02/2026
» CHIANG MAI – Police have arrested two Australians caught on CCTV spray-painting the wall of a Buddhist temple after the abbot filed a complaint about repeated acts of vandalism that necessitated costly repainting jobs.
AIT and MIT convene regional policy workshop on data-driven energy transition in Asia
Published on 05/02/2026
» Bangkok, Thailand, Jan 29, 2026 - The Asian Institute of Technology (AIT), in partnership with the MIT Management ASEAN Office, convened a high-level policy workshop in Bangkok on Jan 28 to advance the use of energy–climate modelling and strategic foresight in shaping public decision-making across Asia.
‘Victoria’s Secret’ trafficking sentences upheld
Post Reporters, Published on 29/01/2026
» The Supreme Court has upheld the stiff sentences against Sattatham “Pai Tik” Jangchai, the manager of the Victoria’s Secret massage parlour in Bangkok, and several associates, in a high‑profile human trafficking case.
Satellite data helps cut PM2.5
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 21/01/2026
» Satellite-driven pollution models are delivering tangible gains in the fight against PM2.5, reducing fire hotspots and burned areas in pilot provinces and underscoring the role of data and technology in improving air quality, according to the Thai Health Promotion Foundation (ThaiHealth).
AIT hosts Gates Foundation President to advance global development partnership
Published on 12/01/2026
» The Asian Institute of Technology (AIT) hosted Dr Christopher J. Elias, president of global development at the Gates Foundation, for discussions on strengthening cooperation in global development and applied research.
IWA and AIT Co-organise the 2025 Water and Development Congress & Exhibition
Published on 17/12/2025
» The International Water Association’s 2025 Water and Development Congress & Exhibition was successfully held in Bangkok, from 8 to 12 December, bringing together water professionals and other key actors, from researchers through to government officials, to advance solutions for low- and middle-income countries.
AIT advances sustainability through government–industry–academia collaboration
Published on 09/12/2025
» The Asian Institute of Technology (AIT) hosted the Government–Industry–Academia Policy Trialogue 2025 on 28 November 2025 at its campus in Pathum Thani. Held under the theme “INSPIRE – IDEATE – INNOVATE”, the event brought together policymakers, business leaders and academics to collaborate on Asia’s sustainability and technology challenges.
Asia Charts Semiconductor Future Through Collaboration
Published on 18/11/2025
» The Asian Institute of Technology (AIT) and Zhen Ding Technology Holding Limited (ZDT) successfully co-hosted the AIT–ZDT Forum Workshop-1: “Regional Development in the Semiconductor Age” on 13 November 2025 in Bangkok. Bringing together more than 100 industry leaders, researchers, policymakers, and academics, the forum explored how semiconductors are shaping regional development, technological sovereignty, and talent ecosystems in the 21st century.
Help for injured Indian tourist refused boarding at Chiang Mai airport
Panumet Tanraksa, Published on 12/11/2025
» CHIANG MAI – Tourist police helped an Indian traveller who was not allowed to board her flight home at Chiang Mai airport because of her medical condition after a motorbike accident.