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Thai astronomy: Distant celestial duo gets Thai-nominated names from IAU

The International Astronomical Union (IAU) has chosen Thai-nominated names for a distant celestial duo, a decision that has been warmly received by the nation’s prime minister, becoming a significant milestone in Thai astronomy. Government spokesperson Anucha Burapachaisri relayed Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha’s satisfaction upon learning that the IAU had adopted the Thai names Kaewkosin and Phailinsiam for the red dwarf…