BEER YAAKOV, Israel (AP) — When the mother of one of the Thai hostages held in the Gaza Strip for over a year caught sight of her son on a Facebook livestream after his release Thursday, he had changed so much that she didn’t recognize him at first.
Surasak Rumnao, 32, who was kidnapped from the southern Israeli town of Yesha on Oct. 7, 2023, looked pale and puffy, said his mother, Khammee Lamnao.
“I was so happy that I could not eat anything. His father brought some food to me but I did not want to eat at all,” Khammee said on a video call with The Associated Press after the release of her son.
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Dozens of Israeli doctors, nurses and representatives from Israel and Thailand waved flags, sang and cheered Thursday as the five Thai hostages stepped off a military helicopter and entered a hospital outside Tel Aviv, where they will spend a few days undergoing medical tests and recuperating. Three Israelis were also released on Thursday, and Israel released 110 Palestinian prisoners in the exchange.
Besides Sarusak, Watchara Sriaoun, 33, Sathian Suwannakham, 35, Pongsak Thaenna, 36, and Bannawat Saethao, 27, were released in Thursday’s exchange.
Hamas militants kidnapped 31 Thai nationals during the assault on southern Israel, making them the largest group of foreigners held captive. Many of the Thai agricultural workers lived in compounds on the outskirts of southern Israeli kibbutzim and towns, and Hamas militants overran those places first.
During an earlier ceasefire in November 2023, 23 Thai nationals were released in a deal negotiated between Thailand and Hamas, with assistance from Qatar and Iran.
According to Thailand’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, 46 Thais have been killed during the conflict, including two Thai citizens who were killed on Oct. 7, 2023 and their bodies taken into Gaza.
Dr. Osnat Levzion-Korach, the director of Shamir Medical Center outside Tel Aviv where the five were taken, said they were in “fair” health, though most were held underground and were not exposed to sunlight for extended periods of time. She said they did not appear to be malnourished and credited their young age with helping them survive captivity in fairly good physical shape.
Thailand’s ambassador to Israel, Pannabha Chandraramya, said she facilitated video calls between the hostages and their families after they arrived at the hospital, describing them as incredibly emotional, with shouts of joy and tears. She said it was “one of the happiest days of her life,” to see their release just a week before she ends her five-year term.
Pannabha said there was no immediate information available about the last Thai hostage left in Gaza, Nattapong Pingsa, nor the two Thai workers whose bodies were taken into Gaza.
Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra thanked Qatar, Egypt, Iran, Turkey, the United States, Israel, and the Red Cross, for helping to negotiate the Thais’ release in a separate deal from the Israel-Hamas ceasefire. He said Thailand’s minister of foreign affairs would travel to Israel this weekend.
Ambassador Pannabha said the Thai government may bring some relatives of the released hostages to Israel, though many don’t have passports, and that the government would help those released return home as soon as they are medically cleared to travel.
Israel will recognize the released Thai hostages as terror victims, a designation that entitles them to financial benefits and health care, said Alex Gandler, the deputy spokesperson of Israel’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
He said Israel’s ambassador in Thailand visited some of the hostages released in the previous ceasefire deal on Thursday and that the Israeli government maintains contact with them. Gandler added that since the released Thais did not have family in Israel to greet them upon their release, some of their former employers came to meet them at the hospital.
Gandler said Israel is committed to releasing all the hostages, regardless of nationality. There are still one Thai, one Nepali and one Tanzanian hostage, as well as the bodies of a Tanzanian and the two Thais being held in Gaza, according to the prime minister’s office. Israel hopes all the international hostages will be released, both living and dead, Gandler said, which Israel and Hamas will begin discussing next week.
Recently, five Thai hostages who were held captive in Israel for 15 months have been released and are in “fair” health according to Israeli doctors. The hostages, who were kidnapped by a militant group, were finally freed and are now receiving medical care and support.
The Thai hostages endured a traumatic and harrowing experience during their captivity, but they are now safe and on the road to recovery. Israeli doctors are closely monitoring their health and ensuring that they receive the necessary treatment and assistance.
This news brings a sense of relief and hope for the families and loved ones of the hostages, as well as for the international community. The resilience and strength shown by these individuals throughout their ordeal is truly commendable.
As we celebrate their release and recovery, let us also remember the countless others who are still held captive around the world. Let us continue to advocate for their freedom and work towards a world where all individuals can live in peace and security.
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Israeli army says Red Cross confirms it has seven hostages – two Israelis and five Thai nationals
The Israeli army says the Red Cross has confirmed that it has seven hostages – two Israelis and five Thai nationals.
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Key events
Emma Graham-Harrison
Reporting from Tel Aviv:
US president Donald Trump’s Middle East envoy, Steve Witkoff, has just visited Hostage Square as the crowd waited for confirmation that Gadi Moses had been handed to the Red Cross.
Several, when they realised who was there, raced to pay personal tribute to Witkoff. “Thank you for freeing the hostages, thank you to Mr Trump,” one shouted.
Witkoff went for a meeting in a public library beyond, where the families of hostages have a room they use for meetings – but there is no confirmation he met any of them.
He had earlier met the four female soldiers freed on Saturday. He’s now left in a convoy.
US special envoy to the Middle East, Steve Witkoff, in Tel Aviv, Israel, on Thursday. Photograph: Shir Torem/Reuters
Israeli army says Red Cross confirms it has seven hostages – two Israelis and five Thai nationals
The Israeli army says the Red Cross has confirmed that it has seven hostages – two Israelis and five Thai nationals.
More details soon …
Top Palestinian militant to be freed in Israel prisoner exchange
Zakaria Zubeidi, a former leader of a Palestinian militant group jailed for attacks that killed several Israelis, will be released on Thursday as part of the Gaza ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas, reports Agence France-Presse (AFP).
Zubeidi, 49, rose to prominence during the second intifada, a Palestinian uprising in the early 2000s, becoming one of the most well-known militant leaders in Jenin and its refugee camp in the occupied West Bank.
It was during the uprising that Zubeidi’s mother was shot and killed when the Israeli army raided the camp, reports AFP.
He is known by Israeli security services as the man behind several deadly, high-profile attacks against Israelis.
The Israeli army has released pictures of Agam Berger being reunited with her parents:
Freed Israeli soldier Agam Berger being welcome by her parents after her release by Hamas in the Gaza Strip, on Thursday. Photograph: Israel Army/AFP/Getty ImagesAgam Berger hugs her parents after her release by Hamas in the Gaza Strip. Photograph: Israel Army/AFP/Getty Images
Freed Israeli soldier, Agam Berger, is on her way to hospital, said Israel’s military, where she will undergo a medical assessment.
“The returning hostage, IDF soldier Agam Berger, together with her parents, just took off aboard an Israeli air force helicopter to make her way to the hospital where she will receive medical treatment,” the military said in a statement.
Here is a video of Berger being released earlier:
Female Israeli soldier held hostage by Hamas released as part of ceasefire deal – video
Israel’s Channel 12 are also saying that the third Israeli hostage expected to be released today, Gadi Moses, has been handed over to the Red Cross.
More details soon …
Israeli hostage Arbel Yehud handed over to Red Cross
Israeli hostage Arbel Yehud has been handed over to the Red Cross, Israel’s Channel 12 said, as footage showed her surrounded by a surging crowd and armed Palestinian militants in a chaotic scene in southern Gaza on Thursday.
Palestinian militant group Islamic Jihad escort Arbel Yehud to hand her over to a Red Cross team in Khan Younis on Thursday. Photograph: Eyad Baba/AFP/Getty Images
Peter Beaumont
International staff working for the UN’s main agency serving Palestinians have been forced to leave Israel, after its ban on the agency came into effect.
As the UN flag was still flying above the headquarters building in Jerusalem, Palestinian staff were not present at the site over security concerns amid a planned “celebration” by Israeli rightwing groups outside the compound.
While Unrwa said on Thursday that it would continue working in Gaza and the West Bank for as long as possible, it added it had received no communications from Israel on how the ban would be implemented – most crucially over the delivery of aid to Gaza.
The Israeli ban went ahead on Thursday after the country’s supreme court rejected a petition by Palestinian human rights group Adalah contesting the new law prohibiting Unrwa.
The court did note that the legislation “prohibits Unrwa activity only on the sovereign territory of the state of Israel”, but did not prohibit such activity in Gaza and the West Bank.
The ban does apply, however, to Israeli-annexed East Jerusalem, where Unrwa has a field headquarters for its operations in the West Bank.
About 25 international staff left Israel on Wednesday after Israel had refused to issue visas or extend existing ones. International staff make up about 2% of the agency’s workforce.
“The headquarters is still there, and flag is still up,” said Juliette Touma, an Unrwa spokesperson.
“It’s a UN compound which means it must be protected. We don’t have plans to close our operations,” she said, adding that their work in the West Bank and Gaza was continuing.
“But we are in the dark. We have not received any instructions from Israel how the ban will be enforced beyond being told to vacate.”
Spain calls for Israel to drop Unrwa ban, describing the UN agency as ‘essential’
Sam Jones
In a statement on Thursday morning, the Spanish foreign ministry called for Israel to drop its ban on Unrwa, saying the move risked endangering both lives and the ceasefire.
“The government rejects the entry into force of the Knesset laws that prevent Unrwa operations in the Occupied Palestinian Territories, and calls for their application to be suspended,” it said.
It added:
Spain expresses its deepest concern about the impact that this decision will have on the humanitarian situation in Gaza and the rest of the Occupied Palestinian Territories, jeopardising the ceasefire that began on January 19.
Unrwa is essential and irreplaceable for the lives of the 6 million refugees to whom it provides essential services, and for regional stability, and Spain firmly supports its work.”
Spain’s socialist-led government has been one of the most outspoken European critics of Israel’s actions in Gaza.
If you missed it earlier, we posted on the who else is expected to be released by Hamas and Israel today. There are two other Israelis expected to be freed on Thursday: Arbel Yehoud, 29, and Gadi Moses, an 80-year-old man. There has been no official confirmation yet of the identities of the Thai nationals who will be released by Hamas.
Among the people expected to be released from prisons in Israel, is Zakaria Zubeidi – a prominent former militant leader and theater director who took part in a dramatic jailbreak in 2021 before being rearrested days later.
The Israeli army said it intercepted a reconnaissance drone on Thursday launched by Lebanon’s Hezbollah towards Israel, reports Reuters.
No other information has been given but we will update if further details come through.
Rebecca Ratcliffe
At Wiwwaeo Sriaoun’s home in Udon Thani, north-east Thailand, everyone is anxiously following the news on their phones. Wiwwaeo’s son Watchara, 33, was one of dozens of Thai migrant workers kidnapped from the farms on which they were working in southern Israel on 7 October 2023.
Five of the six Thais still being held hostage are due to be released on Thursday. However their names are yet to be confirmed.
“I’m with [Watchara’s] aunt and other relatives, including my grandchild. All of us are just waiting for good news and praying that Watchara and his friends will come back,” said Wiwwaeo.
She was told by the Royal Thai embassy in Israel that she will get a call when names of the Thai hostages to be released are confirmed. “I’m hoping that one of them will be my son,” she said.
Wiwwaeo Sriaoun, the mother of Thai farm worker Watchara Sriaoun held hostage in Gaza, watches the news as she waits for the confirmation of his release, at her home in Udon Thani province in Thailand’s rural north-east. Photograph: Lillian Suwanrumpha/AFP/Getty Images
Watchara’s daughter, Irada, who is nine, had just arrived home from school, she said. She was hoping for good news. Neighbours had sent messages of support.
Watchara moved to work in Israel three years ago with his younger brother, hoping to save up money and pay off the family’s debts. Israel has been a common destination for Thai migrant workers as the salaries there are much higher than those offered back home. Most work in farming jobs.
Since the 7 October attacks, the Israeli government said they made up the largest single group of foreign dead and missing. In 2023, 23 Thais were released following diplomatic efforts that involved neighbouring Malaysia – which has ties with Hamas, having hosted its leaders in the past – as well as Qatar, Israel, Egypt, Iran and the International Committee of the Red Cross. In total, 46 Thais have been killed.
Emma Graham-Harrison
Reporting from Tel Aviv:
A crowd gathered from early morning in Tel Aviv’s Hostage Square, many carrying placards with the faces of the three Israelis due for release on Thursday.
They cheered as live footage from Gaza showed soldier Agam Berger, 19, the first to be handed over, alive and walking independently, surrounded by Hamas fighters.
“She made it,” said Yahel Oren, 31, watching the large screen in tears. “Its hard to think of her alone there, but at least we can count the minutes she has left.”
Oren served a decade ago at the Nahal Oz base where Berger was captured. Part of a group campaigning for the freedom of the female ‘spotter’ troops held in Gaza, she was wearing a T-shirt saying “once a spotter always a spotter”.
People gather as they watch news coverage in Tel Aviv, on Thursday. Photograph: Shir Torem/Reuters
There were cheers again after Berger, the last female soldier held in Gaza, was handed to the Red Cross in the north of the strip.
Two civilian hostages, Arbel Yehoud 29, and Gadi Moses, 80, were expected to be released later in the morning in southern Gaza.
By late morning the crowd was hundreds strong, with schoolchildren and parents pushing babies, beside veterans of the long campaign to “bring them home”. Some had taken the day off, to join the crowd for a rare moment of joy after more than a year of anguish.
One waved a Thai flag, for five Thai nationals also due for release on Thursday. They have not yet been named.
A person holds a flag of Thailand in Tel Aviv as they follow news of release of hostages and captives held in Gaza. Photograph: Shir Torem/Reuters
Suwayda is well equipped for protests. The central square of the city, home to one of Syria’s larger minority communities, hosts the crowds of weekly – or sometimes even daily – demonstrators calling for the representation and publicservices they have demanded for years.
Long before the fall last month of the regime of Bashar al-Assad, the southern province of the same name had become a byword for resistance to rule by Damascus, unafraid to protest despite Assad’s crackdown on dissent and his hollow pledges to protect communities like theirs.
The area is overwhelmingly filled with members of the Druze sect, who follow an esoteric form of Islam whose adherents span a swath of Lebanon and Syria, including the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights. Even before Assad fled last month as an insurgency reached Damascus, residents of Suwayda had been demanding a secular state that enshrined minority rights, and are now emphatically insisting their voices be heard in the new Syria.
The main square of Suwayda hosts protests every Friday; up to 300 people attended recently. Photograph: David Lombeida/The Guardian
“Since last August until now we’ve been protesting daily,” said Alia Kuntar, a lawyer, after the weekly demonstration held in Suwayda City’s central square in front of a metal pavilion emblazoned with the words “Peace to all Syrians”. “And we will keep protesting until we get the state we want. We haven’t felt any crackdown from the new government, but equally we didn’t see any action on the ground in response to our demands.”
She added: “Of course, we’ll increase our demonstrations until we get what we want.”
Protests in Suwayda began in August 2023 for increased public services and quickly spilled into demands for Assad to go, in a place that his regime had long ignored. The southern province was a rare pocket of resistance for well over a year before his rule collapsed amid a wider insurgency at the end of 2024. It now presents a challenge for Syria’s caretaker government, which is led by the Islamists who toppled Assad.
Who is expected to be released today by Israel and Hamas?
The other two Israelis expected to be released today are Arbel Yehoud, 29, and Gadi Moses, an 80-year-old man. There has been no official confirmation of the identities of the Thai nationals who will be released, reports the Associated Press (AP).
This combination of pictures created shows posters of the three Israeli hostages to be released on Thursday: (L-R) Gadi Moses, 80, Arbel Yehud, 29, and Agam Berger, 20. Photograph: AFP/Getty Images
Israel said Yehoud was supposed to have been freed Saturday and delayed the opening of crossings to northern Gaza when she was not.
A number of foreign workers were taken captive along with dozens of Israeli civilians and soldiers during Hamas’s 7 0ctober 2023 attack. Twenty-three Thais were among more than 100 hostages released during a weeklong ceasefire in November 2023. Israel says eight Thais remain in captivity, two of whom are believed to be dead.
According to the AP, of the people expected to be released from prisons in Israel, 30 are serving life sentences after being convicted of deadly attacks against Israelis. Zakaria Zubeidi, a prominent former militant leader and theater director who took part in a dramatic jailbreak in 2021 before being rearrested days later, is also among those to be released.
Zakaria Zubeidi, pictured in 2004, is carried on the shoulders of supporters during a visit by Mahmoud Abbas in the West Bank city of Jenin. Photograph: Ammar Awad/REUTERS
The United States, Egypt and Qatar, which brokered the ceasefire after a year of tough negotiations, resolved the dispute with an agreement that Yehoud would be released on Thursday. Another three hostages, all men, are expected to be freed on Saturday along with dozens more Palestinian prisoners.
In a recent development, two Israeli and five Thai hostages were handed over to the Red Cross by Hamas, according to the Israel military. This exchange comes after intense negotiations between the two parties, with hopes for a peaceful resolution to the situation.
The hostages, who have been held captive for an extended period of time, are now in the care of the Red Cross and will soon be reunited with their families. The Israeli military has expressed gratitude for the successful handover and is hopeful that this gesture will lead to further progress in achieving peace in the region.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story as it unfolds. #Israel #Hamas #RedCross #Hostages #PeacefulResolution
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How the Red Cross helps get the hostages out of Gazapublished at 09:18 Greenwich Mean Time
09:18 GMT
Alice Cuddy Reporting from Tel Aviv
Image source, Reuters
Image caption,
The ICRC vehicle at the location in Jabalia where Israeli hostage Agam Berger was handed over
It begins with a phone call with a location.
Once the details are received, a team from the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) sets off in vehicles marked with the humanitarian organisation’s logo to pick up the hostages in Gaza.
Israeli military and medical personnel are also assembled at several different locations, waiting to bring them home.
“This is more than just a drive,” says ICRC spokesperson Sarah Davies.
“These operations may seem simple, but in fact they are very complex and require rigorous security measures to minimise the risks to those involved.”
The ICRC, which acts as a neutral intermediary in the handover, assembles a team of specialists, some of whom have been involved in similar operations in the past – though this is more challenging than most.
There are some details that the group cannot speak about publicly because of concerns it could compromise the security of the operation.
Davies says they have mapped out alternative routes to get to different locations in Gaza, knowing that the “safest route can change” at any time.
Among their biggest concerns are the dangers posed by unexploded ordnance, destroyed and damaged infrastructure, and large crowds with “heightened emotions”.
More Israeli and Thai hostage releases expected in Gaza after Agam Berger freed- live updates
In a significant development, Israeli journalist Agam Berger has been released from captivity in Gaza after being held hostage for several weeks. This has raised hopes for the release of other hostages, including Israelis and Thais, who are still being held in the region.
The Israeli government has welcomed Berger’s release and expressed hope for the safe return of all hostages. Negotiations are reportedly underway for the release of more hostages, with sources indicating that progress is being made.
The Thai government has also been working tirelessly to secure the release of its citizens who are currently in captivity in Gaza. The Thai Foreign Ministry has been in constant contact with the relevant authorities and is closely monitoring the situation.
As the situation continues to evolve, live updates will be provided to keep the public informed about any new developments. The release of Agam Berger has brought renewed hope for the safe return of all hostages, and efforts are being made to ensure their swift and safe release.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story unfolds.
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PUBLISHED : 24 Dec 2024 at 16:50
Thailand is making bold strides to establish itself as a global food hub through an ambitious initiative designed to transform its rich culinary heritage into a world-class soft power asset. This project, part of the “One Family One Soft Power” (OFOS) policy, aims to elevate Thai food’s global profile while creating over 75,000 jobs and contributing 3.5 billion baht to the economy by 2027. By combining tradition with technology, the initiative seeks to position Thailand’s vibrant food culture as a cornerstone of its international influence.
Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra officially launched the programme, which underscores the government’s commitment to leveraging soft power in the food sector. Spearheaded by the Ministry of Industry through the Department of Industrial Promotion (DIPROM), the project focuses on four key activities:
Upgrading One Village, One Thai Chef – Enhancing culinary skills and certifying chefs to meet global standards.
Developing Community Chef Restaurants and Local Thai Food – Empowering communities to strengthen their culinary potential.
Upgrading Community Food Innovation Centres – Promoting the use of regional agricultural resources and advanced technology to create high-value products.
Promoting Innovation in the Food and Beverage Industry – Boosting the global competitiveness of Thai food through innovation and creativity.
Minister of Industry Akanat Promphan highlighted the importance of soft power in generating significant economic value across 14 fields, including food, film, fashion, and tourism. Thai cuisine, he noted, is more than just sustenance; it embodies Thai culture, lifestyle, and creativity while reflecting a commitment to sustainability.
Aligned with the Ministry’s mission to “reform the industry into a modern, clean, convenient, and transparent economy,” the initiative’s 2024–2027 operational plan includes collaboration between the government, private sector, and civil society to build a robust ecosystem for the Thai food industry. The plan not only aims to create jobs and careers but also to strengthen Thailand’s global reputation as a culinary powerhouse, ensuring opportunities for Thai people at all levels of society.
The Ministry of Industry, through the Department of Industrial Promotion (DIPROM), has developed a comprehensive guideline for advancing soft power under the Soft Power Development Strategy Plan. This strategy is built on five key pillars:
Study and creatively develop resources and cultural capital.
Develop personnel to drive Thai soft power initiatives.
Enhance business capabilities to support sustainable growth in the soft power sector.
Promote Thai soft power on a global scale.
Provide supportive measures to strengthen efforts in soft power promotion.
Under this framework, DIPROM’s soft power promotion project in the food sector includes four primary activities:
Upgrading One Village, One Thai Chef: This initiative focuses on imparting culinary knowledge, improving food quality, and securing certifications from professional qualification institutes to develop participants into professional chefs.
Developing Community Chef Restaurants and Local Thai Food: Target communities are selected for training and support, empowering them to enhance their culinary potential in alignment with the One Family One Soft Power vision.
Upgrading Community Food Innovation Centres: These centres provide knowledge on food standards, encourage the adoption of advanced technology and innovation, and utilise regional agricultural raw materials to create high-value products.
Promoting Innovation in the Food and Beverage Industry: By focusing on innovation, technology, standards, and creativity, this activity aims to boost the global competitiveness of Thai food businesses sustainably.
This multi-faceted approach underscores the Ministry’s commitment to transforming Thailand’s food industry into a global soft power asset.
Minister of Industry Akanat Promphan highlighted that the project not only aims to elevate Thai cuisine to international acclaim but also serves as a New Year’s gift for the Thai people. The initiative seeks to create jobs, enhance livelihoods across all sectors—from farmers to large enterprises—and position Thailand as a global food hub by attracting foreign investment and increasing exports of Thai food products.
The event featured interactive zones showcasing Thailand’s culinary innovation:
Zone 8 Food Station: Offered 16 exclusive menus crafted by renowned celebrity chefs, showcasing culinary excellence and innovation.
Food Genius Center Zone: Displayed innovative food products and processed ingredients from local communities, highlighting their potential.
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The project also marks a collaborative effort between DIPROM and seven key agencies, including the Ministry of Higher Education, the Department of Health, and the Digital Government Development Agency. This partnership aims to improve food quality standards, drive research and development, and promote Thai food exports, ensuring that Thai cuisine becomes a globally recognised and respected force.
With this initiative, Thailand is poised to solidify its position as a global leader in the culinary world, blending tradition and innovation to create a lasting impact on the international stage.
In a bid to boost Thailand’s global presence in the food industry, Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha has launched a soft power initiative aimed at promoting Thai cuisine and food products on the world stage.
The initiative, titled “Flavors of Thailand,” will focus on showcasing the unique flavors and culinary traditions of Thailand to international audiences. It will also aim to position Thailand as a hub for food innovation and sustainability.
With the global food industry becoming increasingly competitive, the Thai government sees the promotion of its food sector as a key strategy for enhancing the country’s soft power and economic growth. By highlighting the diversity and quality of Thai food products, the initiative aims to increase demand for Thai food and create new opportunities for Thai food producers and exporters.
Through a series of promotional activities, including food festivals, culinary competitions, and international trade shows, the government hopes to raise awareness of Thai cuisine and encourage consumers around the world to choose Thai products.
As Thailand continues to navigate the challenges of the post-pandemic world, the “Flavors of Thailand” initiative represents a bold step towards establishing Thailand as a global leader in the food industry. With its rich culinary heritage and commitment to sustainability, Thailand is well-positioned to capture the hearts and taste buds of food lovers worldwide.
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