Thai Community in Cambodia’s Koh Kong

13 Sept 15:09 Key points summarised by AI

Thais in Cambodia's Koh Kong province, historically under Siamese rule, navigate a unique identity as 'Koh Kong people,' feeling distinct from both Thai and Cambodian.
The decline of the fishing industry in the 1990s led to a major relocation of residents to Bang Kayak, where former headman Tid spearheaded ecotourism, focusing on mangrove conservation and boat trips.
Bang Kayak has transformed into a thriving seaside attraction within Peam Krasop Wildlife Sanctuary, showcasing harmonious coexistence between Thais and Cambodians who prosper from fishing and tourism.
Many Thais, like fisherman Vichet Bunchoo, find better economic opportunities and a strong sense of community in Koh Kong, enabling them to build livelihoods they couldn't in Thailand.

Bright at Midnight: Conceptual echoes of Bas Jan Ader Arrive in Bangkok

Today 15:13 Key points summarised by AI

"Bright at Midnight" marks the first institutional exhibition in Asia of Dutch conceptual artist Bas Jan Ader, showcasing his enigmatic work at Bangkok Kunsthalle until January 10, 2027.
The exhibition delves into Ader's legacy, exploring themes of vulnerability and the ephemeral, made more poignant by his 1975 disappearance at sea during an art project.
It encourages viewers to engage with art beyond its material form, featuring key pieces like "Thoughts unsaid, Then forgotten," "Light vulnerable objects threatened by eight cement bricks," and the haunting film "Launch of the Ocean Wave."
A highlight is the planned live transformation of "Light vulnerable objects threatened by eight cement bricks" in 2026, where ropes will be cut, creating a new layer of art from the destructive impact.
The exhibition challenges conventional art consumption, advocating for a deeper appreciation of conceptual and research-driven artistic practices over mere fascination with art as an asset class.