Suriya ready to meet Malaysian counterpart to resolve shrimp and sea bass trade dispute

13 Sept 18:15 Key points summarised by AI

Malaysia banned five species of Thai shrimp citing food safety, while Thailand intensified health screenings on Malaysian sea bass due to chemical residue concerns, sparking a trade dispute.
Thai Agriculture Minister Suriya Juangroongruangkit is prepared to meet his Malaysian counterpart to resolve the escalating trade issues.
Thailand proposes revising its sea bass screening process with new technology to fast-track imports, aiming for a mutually beneficial resolution.

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.