An association of restaurateurs in one of Myanmar’s most visited cities has announced it is backing a proposal to set up a night market. Tint Swe is the chairperson of the Bagan branch of the association and he told media sources in the city that the plan was to establish a shopping and dining hub here. 

Etihad Airways is all set to revive the service linking Spain and Thailand that was left vacant when Thai Airways pulled the plug on its flights. A statement from the Middle Eastern carrier says Spanish and Thai holidaymakers will be able to fly between the capital cities of the two countries with effect from 30 March 2015. 

Buddhists throughout Thailand celebrated one of the most important religious holidays on their annual calendar yesterday. Temples in every town and village were the focus of activities for Makha Bucha Day. These primarily focus on giving alms to monks and a rite that involves walking around the main chapel after nightfall.