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More than 26,000 same-sex couples have legally married in Thailand since marriage equality became law just over a year ago. The milestone represents roughly 10% of all marriages registered in the country during that period.
Thailand is launching Aquatech Asia 2026, bringing together global water technology leaders to tackle Southeast Asia's growing climate and water security challenges. The November event positions Thailand as the region's hub for sustainable water solutions.
Wildlife rescuers in Thailand are celebrating an 80% survival rate for leopard cat cubs this year, double the previous rate, as new regulations dramatically reduce agricultural fires. The progress shows how policy changes can quickly protect wildlife caught between shrinking forests and farmland.
More than 60 countries gathered in Thailand for a landmark conference on sustainable tourism, marking a major shift from chasing visitor numbers to building responsible travel practices. The Global Sustainable Tourism Conference 2026 brought together 600 delegates to reshape how the world approaches tourism's environmental and social impact.
Thailand just transformed how it funds research, shifting from academic papers to real-world economic impact. The Thailand RISE Fund now connects scientists, businesses, and communities to build industries from homegrown innovation.
India and Thailand are deepening their defense collaboration with new agreements on manufacturing, research, and innovation. The 10th Thailand-India Defence Dialogue in Bangkok marks a significant step toward regional stability in the Indo-Pacific.
Energy Absolute is transforming Thailand's energy future by combining solar power, battery storage, green fuels, and carbon credits into one integrated system. The company's CEO believes Thailand has everything needed to become energy independent and sustainable.
Scientists in Thailand just named a colossal new dinosaur species that weighed as much as nine elephants and may be the last giant to have walked Southeast Asia. The discovery is putting Thailand on the global paleontology map and inspiring a new generation of researchers.
Thailand welcomes over 1,600 para-athletes from across Southeast Asia this week as the nation hosts the ASEAN Para Games for the first time in 18 years. Five-time Paralympic gold medalist Saysunee Jana will light the opening ceremony torch as Thailand aims to reclaim the overall championship title.
A baby elephant born at Thailand's Sap Langka Wildlife Sanctuary marks the sixth successful birth for a formerly domesticated mother, proving that rescued elephants can thrive in the wild. Since 2004, the sanctuary's population has grown from six elephants to 71.
Thailand and Hong Kong are joining forces to accelerate sustainable development through green technology and finance partnerships. The collaboration combines Thailand's renewable energy innovation with Hong Kong's global financial expertise.
A 1,000-year-old Buddhist temple in southern Thailand just earned UNESCO World Heritage status, becoming the country's ninth protected site and the first in its southern region. The recognition celebrates a sacred place where cultures from India, Java, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar merged to create something extraordinary.
Thailand's most common Covid variant shows no signs of increased severity, offering reassuring news as the country manages the virus as a seasonal illness. Health officials report cases remain below historical averages despite a slight uptick.
Thailand has become a global food powerhouse by combining ancient market traditions with cutting-edge science. The country now ranks among the world's top three exporters for rice, chicken, cassava, tuna, shrimp, and sugar.
Thailand rolled out comprehensive health screening for all arrivals from DR Congo and Uganda after WHO declared the Ebola outbreak a global emergency. The country is monitoring 126 recent travelers while testing emergency response systems to protect public health.
Vietnam and Thailand are expanding their decades-long friendship into science, technology, and innovation as they celebrate 50 years of diplomatic relations. The two Southeast Asian neighbors announced new cooperation agreements during a state visit that promises to accelerate digital transformation across the region.
After years of isolation, Myanmar is getting a helping hand from its neighbor. Thailand is stepping up to guide the troubled nation back into the Southeast Asian community following recent elections.
Thailand is working to bring the first Disneyland theme park to Southeast Asia as part of a massive development project in the Eastern Economic Corridor. The 2,700-acre park would make Thailand the fourth location in Asia to host the beloved Disney experience.
Four young leopard sharks glided into ocean waters off Thailand in December, the country's first attempt to save an endangered species by breeding them in aquariums and teaching them to survive in the wild. Once common sights for divers, these spotted sharks have nearly disappeared due to overfishing and habitat loss.
Thailand's national research institute just partnered with a cross-border venture studio to transform government-backed scientific breakthroughs into global businesses. The collaboration could position Thailand as a major innovation exporter in health, sustainability, and agriculture.
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