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Journey of Thailand’s National Flag

August 16, 2025

Thailand’s national flag, the iconic Tri-Rong, is more than just a symbol waving above government buildings or fluttering on national holidays; it tells the story of the country’s rich history and evolving identity.

Myanmar: Lashio residents use white flags to relocate to other cities

July 05, 2024

Residents of Lashio city are moving to other areas by putting up white flags on their vehicles to other cities, said locals.

Thai flag ranks as the third most commonly misidentified flag

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

With hundreds of countries across the globe, it's not surprising that there is some overlap in colour scheme and design. But how well can travellers identify the different flags?

Thailand flies flags at half-mast in mourning for Shinzo Abe

MONDAY, JULY 11, 2022

All government agencies and state enterprises have been instructed to fly Thailand’s flag at half-mast on Monday in honour of former Japanese premier Shinzo Abe.

America mourns former president George H.W. Bush

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 02, 2018

College Station, United States - Flags flew at half-staff across the United States on Saturday as Americans prepared for a week of solemn tributes to George H.W. Bush, in his home state of Texas and in the US Capitol, a day after the former president died at age 94.

Disrespectfully high flags at some embassies go against spirit of mourning

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 04, 2016

I’m Czech but have been in Thailand managing my own business for 11 years, so I can sense the profound sadness of Thais in losing a beloved monarch and “father” of the nation.