Netherlands and Thailand team up to tackle floods and river pollution

11 Sept 21:37 Key points summarised by AI

The Netherlands and Thailand are boosting cooperation to mitigate increasing seasonal flood risks, with Dutch experts sharing water management solutions for the Chao Phraya River.
A Dutch innovation, 'The Interceptor' vessel, has successfully collected over 185,000 kilograms of plastic and garbage from Bangkok's Chao Phraya River, significantly addressing river pollution.

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.