Asia–Africa Forum at AIT Strengthens Cooperation for Sustainable Aquaculture
FRIDAY, JULY 17, 2026
Africa possesses enormous potential to expand aquaculture but currently produces only about 2% of the world's farmed fish, compared with nearly 90% produced in Asia. Experts say stronger partnerships between the two regions can significantly improve food security, create employment, and support sustainable economic growth.
Disease Control Department seeks views on indoor smoking zones at international airports
FRIDAY, JULY 17, 2026
Thailand’s Disease Control Department has opened a public hearing on whether international airports should be allowed to set up smoking zones inside passenger terminals.
Two soldiers slightly injured by old landmine at Phu Pha base
FRIDAY, JULY 17, 2026
Two soldiers escaped serious injury after an old landmine detonated with reduced force at Phu Pha base, causing foot bruising and blast-related chest discomfort.
Thai steel groups demand action over legal threats in TIS 24 review
FRIDAY, JULY 17, 2026
Ten Thai steel-industry associations have appealed to the prime minister and the industry minister to protect government officials and technical experts involved in revising the country’s standard for deformed steel bars
Xi unveils four-pillar global AI governance plan with training and technology support for developing countries
FRIDAY, JULY 17, 2026
Chinese President Xi Jinping has outlined four principles for global artificial-intelligence governance as Beijing seeks a larger role in setting international standards for the rapidly developing technology
Grade 3 pupil Pavin Pattanavekin secured two world No.1 coding awards and further honours in mathematics and science at an international contest in Rome
Four Russians held in THB5bn Chonburi nominee property probe
FRIDAY, JULY 17, 2026
Thai police have arrested four Russian nationals and searched 41 locations in Chonburi as part of an extensive investigation into suspected nominee arrangements linked to luxury homes and land worth more than THB5 billion
Bangkok police investigate crystal meth found in Japan-bound parcel
FRIDAY, JULY 17, 2026
A person carrying goods between Thailand and Japan alerted police after finding approximately 2.059 kilograms of crystal meth inside six jars of tamarind paste.
Bridging the Tech Rift: How Southeast Asia’s Giants are Forcing an AI Talent Revolution
FRIDAY, JULY 17, 2026
Facing severe engineering deficits, tech leaders at the Nikkei Asia Forum outline massive upskilling strategies while positioning ASEAN as a neutral zone