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Landslide Kills One, Injures 12 in Northern Thailand

13 August 2025 12:47

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CHIANG MAI, Aug 27 (TNA) – Heavy rains have triggered a deadly landslide in northern Thailand, killing at least one person and injuring 12, with five people still missing. A landslide caused by continuous heavy rainfall struck the village of Pang Ung in the Mae Chaem district of Chiang Mai. The incident, which happened around […]

Thailand-Cambodia trade drops 97.5% in July amid border tensions

13 August 2025 16:22

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BANGKOK, Aug 26 (TNA) – Thailand’s trade with Cambodia collapsed by nearly 100% in July, falling to just 376 million baht ( about $11 million) following border clashes, according to the Department of Foreign Trade. This sharp decline was due to the closure of 18 border crossings after border clashes from July 24-28. Exports to […]

Thai-Cambodian Border Situation Eases After Standoff

13 August 2025 14:21

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SA KAEO, Aug 26 (TNA) – Security forces have regained control of the situation at the Thai-Cambodian border near Ban Nong Chan village in Sa Kaeo province after a tense standoff where Cambodian villagers reportedly dismantled a barbed-wire fence. The recent confrontation follows a long-standing territorial dispute. According to Thai authorities, the area, located in […]

Li Pan Director of the Information Office of the People’s Government of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region

Guangxi Showcases Tourism and AI Development Strategies to ASEAN Media

13 August 2025 11:12

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GUANGXI, Aug 26 (TNA) – The Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region of China is hosting a media delegation from six ASEAN countries to showcase its high-quality development strategies, with a focus on tourism and artificial intelligence (AI). The Information Office of the People’s Government of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, in collaboration with China News Service (CNS), […]

Thai Abbot and Faith Influencer Arrested in Temple Embezzlement Probe

13 August 2025 10:00

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BANGKOK, Aug 26 (TNA) – A prominent former abbot and a well-known paranormal influencer have been arrested on charges of embezzling temple donations. Phra Ratchawisutthiprachanat, also known as Luang Por Alongkot, was taken into police custody around 1 a.m. local time, according to police. The former abbot of Wat Phra Bat Nam Phu—a temple renowned […]

Geese on the Job: Chiang Mai’s New Interns Become a Tourist Sensation

13 August 2025 16:14

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CHIANG MAI, Aug 25 (TNA) – The city of Chiang Mai has found a creative, feathered solution to clean its historic moat, and the city’s new “interns” are turning into a social media sensation. A flock of ten geese, introduced on a seven-day trial, has been tasked with improving water quality by naturally feeding on […]

Thailand to Sign Gripen Deal in Sweden

13 August 2025 14:09

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STOCKHOLM, Aug 25 (TNA) – The Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) is set to sign a government-to-government agreement today to procure four Gripen E/F fighter jets from Sweden, an acquisition valued at 19.5 billion baht (about $600 million). The signing ceremony will take place in Stockholm, with Thai Air Force Commander-in-Chief Air Chief Marshal Phanpakdee […]

Thailand launches flat-fare electric train scheme, attracts strong first-day registration

13 August 2025 13:46

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BANGKOK, Aug 25 (TNA) – Thailand’s government on Monday launched online registration for its 20-baht (about $0.6) flat-rate fare for electric train services, drawing a strong public response. The scheme, set to begin October 1, aims to reduce travel costs and boost public transport use. The government projects a 20% increase in daily ridership from […]

Thailand Prepare for Storm Kajiki

13 August 2025 11:33

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BANGKOK, Aug 25 (TNA) – Thai officials are on high alert as Tropical Storm Kajiki approaches, with provinces across the country preparing for heavy rain, potential flooding, and landslides. The storm is expected to hit northern Thailand from August 25-26, prompting immediate action from government agencies and local communities. In Nan province, residents are moving […]

Chiang Mai Introduces Geese to Clean Moat

13 August 2025 16:07

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CHIANG MAI, Aug 22 (TNA) – The city of Chiang Mai has introduced a flock of geese into its moat in a seven-day trial to improve water quality, sparking a public spectacle and immediate concerns about traffic and sanitation. Chiang Mai Mayor Atsani Buranupakorn stated the municipality released the geese to feed on duckweed and […]

Thai-Cambodia Border Committee Reaches Agreement

13 August 2025 15:30

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SA KAEO, Aug 22 (TNA) – The Thai-Cambodia Regional Border Committee (RBC) meeting concluded with a consensus on 13 existing ceasefire agreements from a previous General Border Committee (GBC) meeting. The meeting, held at the 19th Military Circle in Sa Kaeo province, was chaired on the Thai side by Lt. Gen. Ammarit Boonsuya, Commander of […]

Thai-Cambodia Regional Border Committee Talks Begin

13 August 2025 14:51

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SA KAEO, Aug 22 (TNA) – A meeting of the Thai-Cambodia Regional Border Committee (RBC) at the commander level began Friday, with Thailand awaiting Cambodia’s response to three new proposals. The meeting, held at the 19th Military Circle in Sa Kaeo province, was chaired on the Thai side by Lt. Gen. Ammarit Boonsuya, Commander of […]