Global food exporters turn to Thailand as gateway to Southeast Asia
SATURDAY, MAY 30, 2026
As global economic uncertainty persists, food producers from Australia, Belgium and Norway are using THAIFEX–Anuga Asia 2026 to build new partnerships, expand market access and reinforce supply-chain resilience through Thailand's strategic position in the region.
Global Front Against Social Media Hazards as Nations Move to Bar Children
THURSDAY, MAY 14, 2026
Governments worldwide fast-track landmark legislation to curb social media access for minors, citing a "global public health crisis" of digital addiction
Australia and New Zealand mark Anzac Day 2026 in Kanchanaburi
SATURDAY, APRIL 25, 2026
Before first light today, Australians, New Zealanders and friends of both nations gathered at Hellfire Pass in Kanchanaburi Province to commemorate Anzac Day in Thailand.
Lufthansa grounds 27 aircraft as fuel crisis bites; more airlines warn of cuts and suspensions
FRIDAY, APRIL 17, 2026
Lufthansa has become the first major carrier to suspend up to 27 aircraft as jet fuel supplies tighten amid the Iran war, while Nigerian airlines warn they may halt services next week if fuel costs, up more than 270%, do not ease.
Japan PM Takaichi eyes Australia, Vietnam visits amid tensions
SUNDAY, APRIL 05, 2026
Japan’s premier is weighing trips to Australia and Vietnam during Golden Week as Tokyo seeks energy security, safer shipping lanes and stronger regional supply chains.
Western powers boost air-defence support for Gulf allies after Iranian missile and drone attacks
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 11, 2026
The United States, Australia, France and the UK are stepping up support for Gulf partners after Iran launched missiles and drones at targets in the UAE, Bahrain and Qatar, prompting fresh air-defence deployments and patrols.