Wording on Myanmar delays ASEAN joint communique

15 Sept 07:23 Key points summarised by AI

ASEAN foreign ministers delayed their joint communique due to disagreements over the wording concerning the situation in Myanmar.
The postponement arose from Indonesia's refusal to formally acknowledge Thailand's diplomatic efforts, which included a meeting between Thai Foreign Minister Don Pramudwinai and Aung San Suu Kyi, who expressed support for dialogue without preconditions.

Lamphun in a New Light

Today 15:02 Key points summarised by AI

Lamphun illuminates its ancient city with two concurrent light festivals: the high-tech VIJIT Thailand @ LAMPHUN and the traditional Hundred Thousand Lantern Festival.
VIJIT Thailand @ LAMPHUN transforms historic landmarks into an outdoor gallery, using projections and multimedia to animate Lamphun's history, including Queen Chamadevi's story.
The Hundred Thousand Lantern Festival, part of Yi Peng, fills temples and streets with countless traditional lanterns, symbolizing Buddhist devotion and personal wishes.
These festivals offer a unique after-dark experience, blending contemporary light art with centuries-old Lanna traditions, connecting visitors to Lamphun's past and faith.