Thailand rejects Cambodia’s bid to move GBC meeting to Kuala Lumpur

23 Sept 02:02 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand rejected Cambodia's proposal to relocate the General Border Committee (GBC) meeting from Chanthaburi to Kuala Lumpur, confirming the meeting will proceed as originally scheduled in Thailand despite Cambodia's cited safety concerns.
Thailand outlined three core principles for any ceasefire talks: Cambodia must first declare a genuine and sustained ceasefire with observers, and genuinely cooperate on mine clearance.
Thailand firmly insisted that the ongoing border conflict with Cambodia must be resolved through bilateral negotiations.
Intense fighting continued for the 16th consecutive day along the common border, resulting in two Thai soldiers injured in Surin province amidst Cambodian artillery, rocket, and mortar barrages across multiple provinces.

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.