BREAKING: President Trump gives a toast to President Xi and invites him to the White House for an official visit in September:
"Thank you again, President Xi, for this beautiful welcome... It is my honor to extend an invitation to you and Madam Peng to visit us at the White House, September 24th, and we look forward to it."
"I now like to raise a glass and propose a toast to the rich and enduring ties between the American and Chinese people. It's a very special relationship, and I want to thank you again. This has been an amazing period of time. Thank you, President Xi."
Deputy Prime Minister PRAK Sokhonn, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation
If Thailand decides
to terminate the 2001 MOU, it would mean rejecting the only bilateral agreement, which constitutes a bilateral framework that both parties have relied upon for the past 25 years.
In the context of the digital and artificial intelligence era, press freedom is not only a fundamental right but also a strategic capability in promoting information security https://t.co/B5edg1bXu6
All freedom depends on press freedom.
Without it, there can be no human rights, no sustainable development & no peace.
On this World Press Freedom Day, let's protect the rights of journalists & build a world where the truth & the truth-tellers are safe.
BREAKING: President Trump says he will place a 25% tariff on autos from the EU next week, accusing the bloc of not complying with a trade deal. https://t.co/DrPZ0r4ymz
BREAKING: "They want to make a deal, but I don't. I'm not satisfied with it. We'll see what happens. Iran wants to make a deal because they have no military left." - President Trump
What’s in the night sky for May?
In this month’s episode of “What’s Up,” see how to spot the Eta Aquarid meteor shower, find out when we’ll get a blue moon, and learn more about a celestial meetup between the Moon and Venus.
Happy skywatching! https://t.co/2VCImgLyGD
Captured in intricate detail by @NASAHubble, this shimmering region of star formation is a close-up of the Trifid Nebula about 5,000 light-years from Earth.
Several massive stars have shaped this region for at least 300,000 years.
Learn more >> https://t.co/ZmFLc948Wu
The moringa tree, known as the “miracle tree”, is one of the most nutrient-dense plants on the planet and is prized for its healing qualities. It also has another huge benefit, according to new research: it’s excellent at removing microplastics from water. https://t.co/7brn5FoLIA
"Let us follow the example of Buddha and mobilise our shared humanity to build a more peaceful and sustainable world: its people need it and deserve it.
Happy #Vesak Day to all." - @antonioguterres
The longer the Strait of Hormuz is choked, the higher the cost to humanity.
My message is clear:
Open the Strait.
Let all ships pass.
Let the global economy breathe again.
On the Day of Vesak, Buddhists around the world commemorate the birth, enlightenment & passing of the Buddha.
This is year, Vesak comes at a time of geopolitical tensions, division and conflict.
Guided by the Buddha’s example, let's summon our shared humanity & build a more peaceful & sustainable world for all.
Happy #VesakDay.
On this day, on 30 April 1999, 27 years ago, the Kingdom of Cambodia was formally admitted as the tenth Member State of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).
This historic milestone marked a defining moment in ASEAN’s journey towards full regional integration, reinforcing unity among Member States and deepening our collective commitment to peace, stability, and inclusive cooperation across Southeast Asia.
As we commemorate this occasion, we reaffirm ASEAN’s enduring vision of a cohesive, resilient, and people-centred Community.