Thais and Chinese to travel visa-free, starting March 1

29 Sept 00:31 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand and China will implement permanent visa-free travel for their citizens starting March 1, a move announced by Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin.
This new agreement replaces Thailand's previous temporary visa waiver for Chinese tourists and signifies an upgrade in the mutual relationship and the international standing of the Thai passport.

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

Yesterday 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.