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OECD members were supportive of Thailand’s bid for membership

14 Sept 10:12 Key points summarised by AI

OECD members expressed "general support" for Thailand's application to begin the accession process for membership, submitted on February 8, 2023.
The council's discussion highlighted Thailand's longstanding cooperation with the OECD for over two decades, including through its Country Programme since 2018 and the Southeast Asia Regional Programme since 2014.
OECD members also emphasized their strategic desire to enhance engagement and membership with Indo-Pacific countries, aligning with Thailand's bid.
Thailand's pursuit of OECD membership is part of its broader strategy to open its economy and secure additional free trade agreements.

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.