Celebrating the colours of culture

20 Sept 11:51 Key points summarised by AI

The Thailand Biennale Chiang Rai, an international contemporary art festival, will showcase works by 60 artists from 21 countries across Chiang Rai city and Chiang Saen from December 9, 2023, to April 30, 2024.
Co-artistic directors Rirkrit Tiravanija and Gridthiya Gaweewong highlight the festival's theme, 'The Open World,' featuring newly commissioned site-specific works created after artists engage with local cultural contexts.
The Culture Ministry anticipates the five-month event will present Thailand's rich cultural heritage, attract tourists, and generate approximately Bt500 million in revenue for the region's tourism and art communities.
This edition introduces brand-new pavilions, including the Korean Pavilion and MoMA Warsaw Pavilion, alongside diverse educational programs, film screenings, musical performances, and open artist studios.

Bai Lu meet-and-greet cancelled days after China’s safety warning

Yesterday 15:28 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Tourism and Sports Minister announced the government will seek clarification from the Chinese Embassy regarding its recent travel advisory warning Chinese nationals about safety concerns in Thailand.
The travel advisory is anticipated to negatively impact the number of Chinese tourists visiting Thailand, despite recent increases in arrivals.
A meet-and-greet event featuring Chinese actress Bai Lu, a WeTV Global Ambassador, was abruptly cancelled just days after the Chinese Embassy issued its safety warning, though no official reason was provided.
The Chinese Embassy's advisory urged citizens to beware of job scams, fraudulent investments, suspicious travel arrangements, and the risk of illegal detention or being lured to the Thai-Myanmar border.
Chinese nationals were advised to verify job offers, use legitimate transport, avoid high-risk border areas, protect personal documents, and keep family informed of travel plans.