Thai private sector to boost investment in the US

14 Sept 01:40 Key points summarised by AI

Leading Thai companies have pledged to increase their investment in the United States by over US$2 billion, announced during the SelectUSA Investment Summit 2025.
A 35-member Thai delegation, comprising top firms like Charoen Pokphand Group and PTT, attended the summit to explore new opportunities and strengthen economic cooperation.
Thai investment in the US currently totals over US$17 billion, supporting more than 12,000 jobs across 20+ US states, underscoring strong bilateral economic ties.
Thailand is also showing a growing interest in the US energy sector, with recent discussions focused on LNG cooperation, particularly with Alaska.

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.