Thailand, Laos to strengthen efforts against cross-border crime and haze

11 Sept 09:23 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand and Laos vowed to enhance cooperation against cross-border threats, including online scams, human trafficking, and PM2.5 airborne pollution.
The commitment emerged from discussions between Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra and Laotian Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone during the latter's first official visit to Thailand.
Both nations will increase efforts to combat narcotics, human trafficking, and online scams, with Thailand requesting a specific contact point for scam call centre cooperation.
They also agreed to tackle cross-border haze by sharing information and technology, including data from Thailand’s GISTDA, to enable early warnings.

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.