Air pollution in northern Thailand remains at alarming levels

Data from monitoring stations indicate that concentrations of fine particulate matter (PM2.5) have at times exceeded 900 micrograms per cubic metre, approximately 60 times higher than the 24-hour average guideline set by the World Health Organisation.

Future ASEAN preparatory meets to be held virtually

Last Friday, the Philippines stated that all 650 preparatory meetings for ASEAN, including ministerial sessions, will be held virtually to cut costs. Preparatory meetings include working groups, senior officials, and ministerial meetings.

Foreign arrivals in Thailand decline during Q1

The five largest source markets during the period were China with 1,468,333 visitors, followed by Malaysia (947,123), Russia (714,424), India (614,016) and the Republic of Korea (409,331).

Myanmar's parliament elects two vice presidents

The group of military representatives from both houses will elect a third vice president. After that, all members of the parliament will vote to elect the president from among the vice presidents.

Cambodia introduces energy-saving measures amid Middle East conflict

Despite these challenges, the government noted that Cambodia’s fuel and electricity supply remains stable, supporting economic activities and public service delivery, based on assessments conducted with the Ministry of Mines and Energy, Electricité du Cambodge (EDC), and fuel import companies.

Laos promotes use of nuclear technology to support sustainable development

Under the newly signed framework, cooperation for 2026–2033 will focus on technical and professional support in radiation and nuclear-related fields, including human resource development, enhanced radiation safety capacity, and applications across industry, energy, agriculture, nutrition, water resources, environmental protection, education, research, and international integration.

Thailand considers cutting visa-free stay to 30 days

The Thai foreign ministry’s visa committee had concluded that a 60-day stay may be longer than necessary for most travellers and could create loopholes for people seeking to remain in Thailand without the appropriate visa.

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