Thousands across Thailand, Indonesia mark 20 years of devastating Indian Ocean tsunami
Today marks two decades since the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, which killed around 230,000 people across multiple countries. Thailand is holding ceremonies to honour the thousands of lives lost. Saksith Saiyasombut reports from a remembrance event in Khao Lak — one of the worst-affected areas in southern Thailand. Meanwhile, in Indonesia, thousands have gathered at the Baiturrahman Grand Mosque in Banda Aceh. Saifulbahri Ismail shares how the disaster became a catalyst for peace in once-restive Aceh province.
Today marks two decades since the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, which killed around 230,000 people across multiple countries. Thailand is holding ceremonies to honour the thousands of lives lost. Saksith Saiyasombut reports from a remembrance event in Khao Lak — one of the worst-affected areas in southern Thailand. Meanwhile, in Indonesia, thousands have gathered at the Baiturrahman Grand Mosque in Banda Aceh. Saifulbahri Ismail shares how the disaster became a catalyst for peace in once-restive Aceh province.
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