Cambodia’s evacuation plan demanded by October 7 as condition for RBC talks

9 Oct 08:55 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's First Army Region demands Cambodia submit an evacuation plan for its civilians in disputed border villages by October 7, making it a prerequisite for attending the upcoming Regional Border Committee (RBC) meeting.
The demand focuses on Cambodian settlers in Ban Nong Chan, Ban Nong Ya Kaeo, and Ban Ta Phraya, areas Thailand claims as its territory, where Cambodians were initially granted shelter during their civil war but have since refused to leave.
Cambodian settlers have defied recent evacuation deadlines, expressing strong resistance and a refusal to abandon homes they've occupied for decades, with some even vowing to resist forced eviction.
Thai military forces are prepared to take action against the settlers but await instructions from their superiors, underscoring the escalating tensions along the border.

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.