Srettha invites Putin to visit Thailand

1 Oct 09:53 Key points summarised by AI

Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin invited Russian President Vladimir Putin to visit Thailand during their meeting in Beijing, aiming to strengthen bilateral ties.
The invitation seeks to promote mutual trade in agricultural commodities and increase Russian investments in Thailand, building on the recent extension of visa-free stays for Russian tourists.

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

19 Oct 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.