Energy Ministry to allow more companies to import finished oil products

23 Sept 05:30 Key points summarised by AI

The Thai Energy Ministry will liberalize oil imports, allowing private companies to bring in finished oil products.
This initiative aims to provide consumers with more options and alleviate high energy prices by avoiding refining costs.
The ministry will regulate the business to ensure fair competition and efficient procurement, supporting the government's goal to lower the cost of living.

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.