Jeju Air Plane Crash in South Korea Leaves 179 Dead
A Jeju Air plane from Thailand to South Korea crashed on December 29, killing 179 people. The South Korean government declared a seven-day national mourning period following the tragedy.
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A Jeju Air plane from Thailand to South Korea crashed on December 29, killing 179 people. The South Korean government declared a seven-day national mourning period following the tragedy.
President Xi Jinping and Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra met at the APEC summit in Lima to strengthen Sino-Thai relations and deepen cooperation across various sectors.
Flash floods hit Chiang Mai in northern Thailand, killing three people and forcing tourists to evacuate hotels through knee-high water, while two elephants drowned at a nearby sanctuary.
Heavy flooding in northern Thailand’s Chiang Mai has forced residents and thousands of rescued animals, including elephants, dogs, and cats, to evacuate to higher ground as waters continue to rise.
Thailand confronts an escalating pollution crisis by embracing renewable energy solutions like the Hydro-Floating Solar Hybrid project. International collaboration drives innovation, but reliance on fossil fuels persists, highlighting the need for continued progress.
Thailand confirms its first mpox clade 1b case, marking the second global detection outside Africa of this variant.
China congratulates Paetongtarn Shinawatra on her election as Thailand’s Prime Minister, highlighting the close ties between the two nations and expressing a readiness to deepen cooperation.
China’s GalaxySpace collaborates with Thailand’s Mahanakorn University to trial the first overseas use of China’s LEO satellite broadband internet, marking a milestone in satellite communications.
Record-high sea temperatures in Thailand’s eastern gulf are causing widespread coral bleaching and threatening marine life, impacting local fisheries and the livelihoods of coastal communities.
An unprecedented heatwave is impacting millions across South and Southeast Asia, with Thailand reporting at least 30 heatstroke deaths. The extreme temperatures highlight growing climate change risks.
A solar-powered ‘Interceptor’ is tackling plastic pollution in Bangkok’s Chao Phraya River, aiming to prevent waste from reaching the Gulf of Thailand.
At the Third International Forum on Democracy: Shared Human Values, former Thai Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva delivered the keynote speech, joining hundreds of guests from China and abroad to discuss democracy.
China and Thailand will waive visa requirements for each other’s visitors starting March 1, 2024, aiming to boost tourism and strengthen bilateral ties.
Thailand introduces visa-free entry for Chinese tourists, enhancing bilateral ties and boosting regional connectivity in Asia.
From Thailand’s mangrove revival to a Pakistani woman breaking barriers as a truck driver, communities across Asia are striving to uplift their nations and inspire change.
Thailand’s mangroves are being recognized as a ‘secret weapon’ against climate change due to their remarkable ability to store carbon. Discover how these ecosystems are making a difference.
Thailand’s men’s and women’s teams clinched gold medals in sepaktakraw at the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou, showcasing the nation’s dominance in this culturally significant sport.
Discover the vibrant Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, where Thailand’s history and culture converge on the waterways known as the ‘Venice of the Far East.’
With Thailand applying to join BRICS, citizens like Natthavut Thanasorn are optimistic about economic benefits and easier travel between member countries, reflecting hopes for enhanced global partnerships.
Khun Samut Chin, a Thai fishing village, battles rising sea levels by planting mangroves and building bamboo walls, showcasing resilience against climate change.