Thailand aligns with Cairns Group on multilateral trade advocacy

13 Sept 11:15 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand reaffirms its dedication to multilateral trade within the WTO framework, aligning with the Cairns Group's advocacy for agricultural trade reform.
The Cairns Group, with Thailand's support, commits to advancing multilateral trade negotiations and achieving concrete outcomes by the 14th WTO Ministerial Conference in March 2026.
Key priorities include expanding market access, enhancing agricultural competitiveness, and significantly reducing trade-distorting subsidies to foster fair and transparent trade.
Members also pledge to collaborate proactively on global challenges such as food crises, nutritional security, and climate change for mutual benefit.

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.