Elephant Sanctuaries: A Unique Thai Attraction
CHIANG MAI – Among Thailand’s many natural wonders and cultural experiences, a visit to one of the country’s numerous elephant sanctuaries has become an increasingly popular activity for tourists. Across the country, there are approximately 70 elephant care centers, with … Continue reading Elephant Sanctuaries: A Unique Thai Attraction
Berlin: Philippine Ambassador Celebrates Independence Day
BERLIN –Â On July 2, 2025, the Philippine Embassy in Berlin hosted a commemorative reception at the Waldorf Astoria in celebration of the 127th anniversary of Philippine independence. Ambassador Irene Susan B. Natividad welcomed a distinguished gathering of local and … Continue reading Berlin: Philippine Ambassador Celebrates Independence Day
Thailand’s Tourism Reboot: 2025 Revival Plan
CHIANG MAI – Facing a notable downturn in international arrivals and shifting traveler behaviors, the Thai government and the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) launched a comprehensive strategy to reboot its tourism sector at this year’s Thailand Travel Mart Plus … Continue reading Thailand’s Tourism Reboot: 2025 Revival Plan
Minister Urges Hotels to Embrace the ‘King of Fruits’
KUALA LUMPUR – Malaysia’s Agriculture and Food Security Minister, Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu, is calling on more hotels nationwide to support the local durian industry by creating durian-friendly spaces for guests. Speaking at the World Durian Championship 2025 held at Bangi … Continue reading Minister Urges Hotels to Embrace the ‘King of Fruits’
ASEAN Foreign Ministers Path Amid Global Shifts
KUALA LUMPUR – The 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (AMM) concluded in Kuala Lumpur last Tuesday with a joint communiqué reaffirming ASEAN’s commitment to inclusivity, sustainability, and regional centrality, while balancing relations amid global power rivalries, particularly with China and Russia. … Continue reading ASEAN Foreign Ministers Path Amid Global Shifts