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Cleanup Efforts Intensify After Songkhla Floods

Urgent Cleanup Underway as Songkhla Battles Flood Aftermath

On November 30, 2025, Mr. Surin Worakittamrong, Director-General of the Pollution Control Department (PCD), announced that the Minister of Natural Resources and Environment (MNRE) has directed all MNRE agencies to urgently support flood-affected communities. The response includes preparing bio-fermented liquid to address foul wastewater once the floodwaters recede, identifying temporary areas to store flood-related waste, […]

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Thailand Elevates Its Global Culinary Status with the MICHELIN Guide Thailand 2026

Thailand Elevates Its Global Culinary Status with the MICHELIN Guide Thailand 2026

New Three- and Two-Star restaurants, rising talent, and expanded sustainability awards strengthen Thailand’s position as a world-class dining destination Thailand’s culinary scene reaches new heights with the release of The MICHELIN Guide Thailand 2026, announced by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT). This milestone edition showcases 468 outstanding restaurants nationwide, reflecting the kingdom’s continued rise […]

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TAT Launches Tourism Crisis Monitoring Centre to Assist Travellers Amid Southern Thailand Floods

TAT Launches Tourism Crisis Monitoring Centre to Assist Travellers Amid Southern Thailand Floods

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has activated the Tourism Crisis Monitoring Centre (TCMC) to strengthen nationwide support for travellers affected by severe flooding across Southern Thailand. The centre acts as a central coordination hub, ensuring accurate information, rapid assistance, and unified communication during ongoing weather-related disruptions. TAT Governor Ms. Thapanee Kiatphaibool said the agency’s […]

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Thailand Allows Drones for Southern Flood Relief Operations

Thailand Allows Drones for Southern Flood Relief Operations

Thailand’s Civil Aviation Authority (CAAT) has approved the use of unmanned aircraft (drones) to support disaster-relief operations in flood-hit areas of Southern Thailand. Effective from 25 November, the authorization covers search, rescue, and humanitarian missions aimed at reaching communities isolated by severe flooding. Under the measure, drones may operate after 6:00 p.m., as long as […]

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Indian PM Meets South African President at G20 Johannesburg, Strengthens Strategic Partnership

Indian PM Meets South African President at G20 Johannesburg, Strengthens Strategic Partnership

Indian Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi met South African President H.E. Cyril Ramaphosa in Johannesburg on the sidelines of the G20 Summit. The Prime Minister expressed gratitude for South Africa’s warm hospitality and congratulated President Ramaphosa on the smooth and successful conduct of the Summit. He also appreciated South Africa’s efforts to advance and expand […]

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