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Govt pushes for ‘Chud Thai’ UNESCO status, new World Heritage listing

11 Sept 04:28 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand is actively pursuing UNESCO recognition for 'Chud Thai,' the knowledge and craftsmanship of its national costume, as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
Concurrently, the government is pushing for Phra Mahathat Woramahawihan Temple in Nakhon Si Thammarat to be inscribed as a new World Heritage site.
These initiatives were key discussion points during a meeting between the Thai Prime Minister and the UNESCO Director General in Paris, aiming to deepen ties and cooperation.
The 'Chud Thai' nomination highlights cultural identity and honors Her Majesty Queen Sirikit the Queen Mother's lifelong dedication to promoting Thai textiles.
The temple's World Heritage nomination is slated for consideration at the 48th session of the World Heritage Committee in South Korea this July.

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.