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Promoting Thai cuisine and culture in the US
Jon Fernquest, Published on 20/12/2010
» Policies to preserve a country's ancient culture, language and culinary traditions and promote them to the outside world are an essential part of economic and political development.
Valentines roses: Highest price in Thailand
Jon Fernquest, Published on 13/02/2013
» A dozen roses in even rich countries like the US only costs 3,000 baht but in Thailand they cost 4,000 baht.
Late King's wishes for Thai children
News, Published on 12/01/2019
» As Thailand celebrates National Children's Day today, I wish to share my recollection of a memorable audience with His Majesty the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej and his profound message and wishes for the children of Thailand and the world. I had the great honour to meet the late king on Nov 12, 1998. I was then serving as Unicef's regional director for East Asia and the Pacific, based in Bangkok. The occasion of my audience with the late king at Chitralada Palace was to accompany visiting Unicef executive director Carol Bellamy. Also accompanying us was the late Thai foreign minister Surin Pitsuwan.
Inflation policy changing?
Jon Fernquest, Published on 07/07/2011
» Long-term central bank inflation policy ensures that people's purchasing power is not eroded and exports remain competitive.
Dealing with capital inflows into Thailand when the baht appreciates
Jon Fernquest, Published on 14/09/2010
» The US dollar is losing value (weakening, depreciating) while Asian currencies have been gaining value (strengthening, appreciating). This makes Asian exports more expensive which could have a negative effect on the Thai economy.
The many dimensions of corruption
Jon Fernquest, Published on 10/11/2010
» A conference held this week in Bangkok explores the many dimensions of corruption and possible ways to reduce it.
How workforce technology enables retail growth in Thailand
Business, Published on 07/08/2017
» The retail market in Asia is growing as consumer spending increases. While that's good news for revenue growth, it puts pressure on retailers to find, hire and retain great employees to support that increased demand.
Italy tests lockdown; global cases near 110,000: Virus update
Published on 09/03/2020
» Italy started its first working day after a government decree sought to curb movement within the country’s financial hub. Germany plans to boost investment to help its economy and the Trump administration is drafting measures to blunt the economic fallout from the outbreak.
Facing the music
Life, Yvonne Bohwongprasert, Published on 21/10/2014
» In the 1960s, Filipino musicians ruled the nightlife music scene in Bangkok. Popping into a bar or hotel lobby to watch them perform was once a mark of sophistication, at a time when the ability to sing in English was special and rare.
Of sports and war
Oped, Postbag, Published on 27/01/2023
» Re: "Why box over a name?" (Editorial, Jan 26).