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Thailand apologises to India over remark by trade representative

11 Sept 12:26 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand officially apologized to India after a Thai trade representative at the WTO conference suggested India's rice subsidies were aimed at increasing export market share, not solely food security.
Thai Commerce Minister Phumtham Wechayachai clarified the remark did not reflect government policy, expressing regret to India and receiving a positive response, indicating a desire for closer cooperation.

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.