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JOHANNESBURG, March 24 (Xinhua) -- The Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture Association of Africa has officially released the African Standards for Traditional Chinese Medicine Higher Education and the African Standards for Acupuncture Higher Education (... [1]

YANGON (Xinhua): A seminar on the preservation, promotion, and management of traditional textile design for the Association of South-East Asian Nations (Asean) was held in Yangon on Friday, the state-owned daily The Global New Light of Myanmar report... [2]

FREETOWN, March 26 (Xinhua) -- The 27th Chinese medical team to Sierra Leone has introduced Fu's Subcutaneous Needling (FSN), an innovative modern acupuncture technique, into local clinical practice, achieving promising results in treating pain-relat... [3]

The Ministry of Public Health of Thailand is providing free “Nuad Thai” massage services for APEC health meeting attendees between August 22 and 26. [4]

BANGKOK, Thailand – The government has launched the “Thai Massage College” under the Ministry of Public Health to professionalize and raise the international standards of Thai massage therapy. [5]

The Department of Thai Traditional and Alternative Medicine (DTAM) says it is working on a comprehensive upgrade of the country's traditional Thai massage industry. (confirmed by 2 sources) [6]

YANGON—A board member of the government-appointed body that manages renovations at Yangon’s Secretariat said a newly opened spa at the complex did not have government permission to operate a business, following public concerns that hosting a high-end... [7]

BANGKOK, Thailand – The government has launched the “Thai Massage College” under the Ministry of Public Health to professionalize and raise the international standards of Thai massage therapy. [8]

Sources
[1] MM english.news.cn · 97% match

Higher education standards for traditional Chinese medicine released in Africa

JOHANNESBURG, March 24 (Xinhua) -- The Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture Association of Africa has officially released the African Standards for Traditional Chinese Medicine Higher Education and the African Standards for Acupuncture Higher Education (

[2] MY www.thestar.com.my · 2026-03-14 · 35% match

Seminar held in Myanmar's Yangon to preserve Asean traditional textile design

YANGON (Xinhua): A seminar on the preservation, promotion, and management of traditional textile design for the Association of South-East Asian Nations (Asean) was held in Yangon on Friday, the state-owned daily The Global New Light of Myanmar report

[3] MM english.news.cn · 69% match

Chinese medical team introduces innovative acupuncture technique in Sierra Leone

FREETOWN, March 26 (Xinhua) -- The 27th Chinese medical team to Sierra Leone has introduced Fu's Subcutaneous Needling (FSN), an innovative modern acupuncture technique, into local clinical practice, achieving promising results in treating pain-relat

[4] TH www.pattayamail.com · 2022-08-24 · 45% match

Thai massage provided for APEC health meeting attendees August 22 – 26

The Ministry of Public Health of Thailand is providing free “Nuad Thai” massage services for APEC health meeting attendees between August 22 and 26.

[5] TH www.pattayamail.com · 2025-03-25 · 41% match

Thai traditional medicine training expands to 18 centers and 38 universities

BANGKOK, Thailand – The government has launched the “Thai Massage College” under the Ministry of Public Health to professionalize and raise the international standards of Thai massage therapy.

[6] TH bangkokpost.com · 2023-07-03 · 41% match

Thai massage industry set for overhaul

The Department of Thai Traditional and Alternative Medicine (DTAM) says it is working on a comprehensive upgrade of the country's traditional Thai massage industry.

[7] MM www.irrawaddy.com · 2019-10-30 · 41% match

Controversial High-End Spa in Myanmar’s Historic Secretariat Building Not Licensed

YANGON—A board member of the government-appointed body that manages renovations at Yangon’s Secretariat said a newly opened spa at the complex did not have government permission to operate a business, following public concerns that hosting a high-end

[8] TH www.pattayamail.com · 2025-03-24 · 40% match

‘Thai Massage College’ to raise international standards and promote Medical and Wellness Hub in the region

BANGKOK, Thailand – The government has launched the “Thai Massage College” under the Ministry of Public Health to professionalize and raise the international standards of Thai massage therapy.

[9] TH www.pattayamail.com · 2024-10-24 · 39% match

Experience the best of Traditional Thai Massage at Karan Jomtien-Pattaya

Traditional Thai massage, a practice over 2,000 years old, combines India’s Ayurvedic traditions with Southeast Asian wisdom.

[10] TH www.pattayamail.com · 2025-02-09 · 38% match

The Timeless Charms of Thai Massage – A blend of healing and tradition

BANGKOK, Thailand – Thai massage, or “Nuad Thai,” is more than just a relaxing spa treatment—it’s a centuries-old practice deeply rooted in Thai culture and holistic healing.

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