Tag: UNESCO
Cambodia stands firm on temple talks set for June in France
CHIANG MAI, May 28 -- The Cambodian government has rejected a plan proposed by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) to...
Buddhists celebrate ‘day of peace’ on Visakha Bucha Day
Area Buddhists came by boat, bicycle and on foot to area temples to mark Visakha Bucha Day, which this year was declared an international...
Manora dance: the exceptional classical performance of Thailand’s South
The Manora dance is popular among Southern locals and is a part of their cultural identity. The folk beliefs of Manora dance are a...
Special Report: HLG Meeting on Education for All
In advanced societies, education is the foundation for development. There is no doubt to say that education is extremely important and has always...
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Visa exempt 45 days is back to 30 days at Thai airports and border...
Notwithstanding intense lobbying by the Tourist Authority of Thailand, citizens of the 60 or so visa-exempt countries will no longer receive 45 days on...
Tourists enjoy ‘Colors of the East’ festival on Pattaya Beach over weekend
The Colors of the East festival that has returned to Pattaya Beach impressed Thai and foreign tourists especially those who were fans of local...
Children in many provinces of Thailand face climate change risks, reports UNICEF
Children living in the Northeastern and Southern regions of Thailand are reported to be at high risk for their well-being and health development due...
Royal Thai Navy to seek approval for 200-million-baht budget to salvage HTMS Sukhothai
The Royal Thai Navy is currently seeking approval from the Budget Bureau and the Election Commission for the allocation of a budget designated for...
Bangkok holds events to mark ‘World Autism Awareness Day’
The Autism Thai Foundation (ATF) is hosting an event to promote public awareness about autism and improve educational opportunities for people with the condition....