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Chumphon durian listed as the province’s sixth GI product

13 Sept 09:40 Key points summarised by AI

Chumphon durian has been officially designated as the sixth Geographical Indication (GI) product for Thailand's southern province of Chumphon.
The durian received GI status due to its unique characteristics, including a round shape, thin husk, thick creamy flesh, soft and sticky texture, mild aroma, and small seeds, distinguishing it from other varieties.
Chumphon has been a significant durian producer for over eight decades, with more than 1,400 growers annually producing 222,000 tonnes, generating 31.8 billion baht from both local and international markets, notably China, South Korea, and the US.
This GI listing highlights Thailand's success in developing and protecting its unique agricultural products, aiming to boost national competitiveness and global market presence.

Today 12:56 Key points summarised by AI

President Macron condemned widespread rioting and looting during nationwide protests, blaming far-left activists and criminals for the "unrestrained violence" and vowing accountability for those who "sought to bring down the Republic."
Over 2,400 arrests were made as protests against rising living costs and poor school conditions escalated, causing extensive damage to public buildings and businesses in cities like Paris, Limoges (where City Hall burned), Marseille, and Lyon.
The unrest, which organizers hoped would revive the "yellow vest" movement, saw political leaders trade blame, with Macron instructing prefects to protect public buildings and potentially ban future protests to prevent further disorder.