Govt declares holiday, 3 WFH days for October IMF-WB meeting

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The Thai Cabinet declared Friday, October 16, 2026, a special public holiday in Bangkok and approved three work-from-home days (Oct 12, 14, 15) for civil servants to alleviate traffic congestion.
These measures aim to ensure seamless transit and enable maximum security protocols for over 15,000 delegates, including finance ministers and central bank governors, attending the high-profile meetings.
From October 12-18, 2026, Bangkok will host the IMF and World Bank Group Annual Meetings at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center, welcoming delegates from 190 countries to discuss global economic stability.

Lamphun in a New Light

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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.