Thailand will chair ACD next year

15 Sept 04:10 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand is set to chair the Asia Cooperation Dialogue (ACD) next year, aiming to foster an inclusive, prosperous, and wealthy Asia.
Foreign Minister Maris Sagiempongsa proposed several initiatives for Thailand's chairmanship, including formal meetings, a thematic conference, and enhanced collaboration with other international organizations.
The ACD, initiated by Thailand in 2002, is a 35-member pan-Asian forum dedicated to promoting mutual trust, understanding, and common solutions to global challenges.
During the recent ministerial meeting in Tehran, members approved the Tehran Declaration, outlining future development objectives, identifying challenges facing Asia, and expressing solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza.

Macron condemns those who 'sought to bring down the Republic' after rioting mars nationwide protests

Yesterday 12:56 Key points summarised by AI

President Macron condemned widespread rioting and looting during nationwide protests, blaming far-left activists and criminals for the "unrestrained violence" and vowing accountability for those who "sought to bring down the Republic."
Over 2,400 arrests were made as protests against rising living costs and poor school conditions escalated, causing extensive damage to public buildings and businesses in cities like Paris, Limoges (where City Hall burned), Marseille, and Lyon.
The unrest, which organizers hoped would revive the "yellow vest" movement, saw political leaders trade blame, with Macron instructing prefects to protect public buildings and potentially ban future protests to prevent further disorder.