Thailand: Preperations for King’s birthday celebrations
Bangkok – The army on Friday announced that hundreds of soldiers would be transported to Prachuab Khiri Khan province to take part in the rehearsals for the trooping of the colours and oath taking on HM the King’s birthday. Col Sirijan … Continue reading Thailand: Preperations for King’s birthday celebrations
Bangkok: Tourists not affected by demonstrations
Bangkok – The situation is confused. Tourists are generally safe in the Kingdom, including Bangkok. Maybe just slightly annoyed by a few museums and attractions closed – due to current anti-government protests taking place in the midst of Bangkok historical districts. … Continue reading Bangkok: Tourists not affected by demonstrations
ASEAN: Call for a Stronger Regional Identity
Bandar Seri Begawan – At the 48th Meeting of the ASEAN Committee on Culture and Information (ASEAN-COCI), the Association made a call for a stronger regional identity. This is in line with the Association’s objective of conserving and preserving cultural … Continue reading ASEAN: Call for a Stronger Regional Identity
New Thai-Lao Friendship bridge opened
Chiang Mai – Officials in Chiang Khong District of Chiang Rai Province are preparing the launch of the 4th Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge on December 11. Chiang Rai Governor Phongsak Wangsamoe disclosed that the construction of the 4th Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge is almost … Continue reading New Thai-Lao Friendship bridge opened
Thailand: World Gems Show in Chanthaburi
Chanthaburi – The Thai eastern province of Chanthaburi is to capitalise on its well-known domestic popularity as the “Kingdom of Gems” to hold a World Gems Show from 6 to 15 December at the Chanthaburi Gems and Jewellery Centre. The show … Continue reading Thailand: World Gems Show in Chanthaburi
ASEAN Secretary-General visits the Philippines
Tacloban – The ASEAN Secretary-General arrived in Tacloban City on Friday where he personally conveyed the Association’s full solidarity with the Filipino people and to see how ASEAN can better support the Government and the people of the Philippines in its … Continue reading ASEAN Secretary-General visits the Philippines
ASEAN Countries to Reduce Trade Barriers in Food Sector
Jakarta – In line with the targets of ASEAN Economic Community 2015, Member States have intensified efforts to facilitate and reduce barriers for intra-ASEAN trade in processed food sector while also protecting consumers in the region. In a meeting held 18-20 … Continue reading ASEAN Countries to Reduce Trade Barriers in Food Sector
Khon Kaen: Countdown to New Year celebration
Bangkok – To see off 2013 and countdown to the New Year, the Northeastern Thai city of Khon Kaen is welcoming one and all to its Happy Family Party. This fun-filled event, which takes place on Srichan Road by the ancient … Continue reading Khon Kaen: Countdown to New Year celebration
ASEAN: Kooperation mit Neuseeland (E)
Jakarta, 20.11.2013 –The 1st ASEAN-New Zealand Joint Cooperation Committee Meeting was held at the ASEAN Secretariat yesterday co-chaired by Latsamy Keomany, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of the Lao PDR, and David Taylor, Ambassador of New Zealand to ASEAN. The meeting … Continue reading ASEAN: Kooperation mit Neuseeland (E)
Philippines: “The climate crisis is madness”
Warsaw – Philippines lead negotiator Yeb Sano addressed the opening session of the UN climate summit in Warsaw – calling for urgent action to prevent a repeat of the devastating storm that hit parts of his country at the weekend. The … Continue reading Philippines: “The climate crisis is madness”