Anutin to visit Malaysia over seafood ban as shrimp farmers’ losses grow

13 Sept 15:17 Key points summarised by AI

Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul will visit Malaysia to resolve an abrupt seafood export ban, particularly on shrimp, aiming to finalize a new trade agreement for immediate resumption.
Thai shrimp farmers have incurred significant financial damage and closures due to the month-long trade disruption and perceived slow government action, forcing sales below cost.
The Commerce Ministry launched a nationwide campaign, establishing direct-to-consumer distribution points and engaging retailers to absorb excess shrimp supply, leading to discounted sales to mitigate the crisis.

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.