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Education and the creative economy
Asia focus, Tanyatorn Tongwaranan, Published on 02/04/2018
» Following the raging success of the soap opera Buppaesannivas (Love Destiny), Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha floated the idea to help fund the production of Thai dramas that incorporate historical and cultural elements. If this sounds familiar, it should.
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The third path
Asia focus, Tanyatorn Tongwaranan, Published on 23/04/2018
» Rooted in traditional norms and religious beliefs dating back centuries, our world has long accepted gender as a binary concept consisting of two identities: male and female. Thus, only those whose gender identities match their birth-sex enjoy fundamental human rights.
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Mild-mannered mogul behind the magazine
Business, Tanyatorn Tongwaranan, Published on 29/09/2018
» An air of kindliness and peace fills the hall as Steve Forbes walks over. His amiable personality makes people around him feel at ease. In contrast with the image of a 71-year-old ardent capitalist, Mr Forbes reminds me of a grandparent who would mollycoddle the grandchildren or give them an extra piece of cake.
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Agritech evangelist
Asia focus, Tanyatorn Tongwaranan, Published on 06/08/2018
» When David Hunt talks about agriculture and technology, his eyes sparkle and he gestures expressively. His enthusiasm is infectious.
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Relationship king
Asia focus, Tanyatorn Tongwaranan, Published on 26/11/2018
» Perhaps dreaming is in the blood of the Chaudhary family. They are never content with the status quo, and always ready to apply grit and ambition to do whatever it takes to fulfill their dreams.
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Ending the war against women
Asia focus, Tanyatorn Tongwaranan, Published on 15/10/2018
» Two exceptionally brave individuals, Nadia Murad and Denis Mukwege, have received this year's Nobel Peace Prize for their efforts to end rape as a weapon of war. Their courage and persistence deserve to be applauded.
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Breath of Life
Asia focus, Tanyatorn Tongwaranan, Published on 04/07/2016
» The floor of the spacious Shangri-La Suite is neatly covered with large expanses of soft white cloth. All of the furniture except one sofa and few chairs are being removed to make room for dozens of devotees here to catch a glimpse of their Avatar.
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Man of the people
Asia focus, Tanyatorn Tongwaranan, Published on 08/02/2016
» There are no traces of pretense or vanity about Michel Sidibé. When he enters a room, laughter and high spirits take over. His simple attire underlines his humility and his ebullient manner speaks to the joy he takes in being around others and helping them.
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The Nutty Director
Asia focus, Tanyatorn Tongwaranan, Published on 17/08/2015
» Different editions of Koh-Kae bags are displayed in wooden frames on a shelf in the fifth-floor executive cubicle. Colourful peanut cans are arranged neatly underneath the glass tabletop next to a small side table bearing an old-fashioned lamp.
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The humble leader
Asia focus, Tanyatorn Tongwaranan, Published on 10/08/2015
» We first rang the doorbell 20 minutes ago and are still standing in front of the Prestige Suite on the 29th floor of the Sofitel Sukhumvit in Bangkok, convinced that the guest inside has mistaken us for room service.
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