Thais still need visa to enter Schengen and EU countries - Foreign Ministry

10 Sept 12:22 Key points summarised by AI

The Thai Foreign Ministry refutes viral online claims, confirming that Thai nationals still require visas for entry into Schengen and EU countries.
Thailand is not included in the upcoming European Travel Information and Authorisation System (ETIAS), which is designed for citizens of countries already exempt from EU visa requirements.

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.