Thaksin’s pending return signals done deal?

10 Sept 18:40 Key points summarised by AI

Former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra's announced return to Thailand on August 10 is widely seen as a signal that a political deal has been sealed for the formation of a new government.
Despite years in self-exile, Thaksin continues to wield significant influence over the Pheu Thai Party, which is now tasked with forming a coalition.
Pheu Thai is expected to abandon its alliance with the Move Forward Party and instead form a coalition with parties from the outgoing Prayut government, potentially isolating Move Forward.
This strategic shift, reportedly blessed by Thaksin, aims to secure a comfortable majority but could trigger a strong public backlash against Pheu Thai for betraying its allies and election pledges.

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.