Acting defence minister visits deep South to assess security handover

13 Sept 10:35 Key points summarised by AI

Acting Defence Minister Nattaphon Nakpanich visited Thailand's deep South to evaluate the readiness of local administrative agencies to assume security responsibilities from the military.
The Internal Security Operations Command (ISOC) plans a phased withdrawal of military peacekeepers, with local agencies and police taking over in 37 districts by 2027.
Nattaphon assured the military would intervene if civilians cannot manage the situation and instructed the Fourth Army Region to explore resuming peace dialogue with the BRN insurgent group.

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.