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Towards strategic Thai-French ties
Oped, Kavi Chongkittavorn, Published on 14/05/2024
» In April 2022, Thailand learned that French President Emmanuel Macron was keen to engage with the Asia-Pacific region in person. As the host of the 32nd Asia-Pacific Economic Leaders' Meeting (Apec) in October of that year, former deputy prime minister and foreign minister Don Pramudwinai quickly issued an invitation to the president to attend as a guest. The rest, as they say, is history.
Masterpieces of the Magyar
Life, James Keller, Published on 14/05/2024
» Supported by B.Grimm, the Royal Bangkok Symphony Orchestra (RBSO) gave a dedicated concert late last month at the Thailand Cultural Centre to mark the 155th anniversary of formal diplomatic relations between Thailand, Austria and Hungary. Many ambassadors were in attendance for this important historical event in the social calendar, including HE Dr Sándor Sipos of the Embassy of Hungary. The emphasis was, in fact, wholly on the music of the Magyar people, featuring top-drawer Hungarian violinist Vilmos Oláh and compatriot conductor Andrea Daru from Budapest. That culture certainly boasts earthy music of the most profound emotional depth, and indeed, the programming for this concert was an absolute delight for the aural senses, opening with the glorious Les Préludes by Franz Liszt.
Philippines to tighten guard in South China Sea as accusations fly
Published on 13/05/2024
» MANILA/BEIJING: The Philippines said on Monday it would keep a closer guard on reefs, shoals and islets in its exclusive economic zone in the South China Sea, alarmed by reports of new reclamation activities by China, which Beijing denied.
Floods kill 43 in Indonesia's West Sumatra, 15 missing
Published on 13/05/2024
» TANAH DATAR: Flash floods and mud slides in Indonesia's West Sumatra province killed at least 43 people over the weekend while a search for 15 missing people continued, authorities said on Monday.
Patek Philippe Expands Boutique in Bangkok
Published on 13/05/2024
» Patek Philippe, Geneva’s last independent family-owned manufacture with over 185 years of brand expertise and philosophy, and TKI, Thailand’s oldest Patek Philippe retailer, continue to strengthen their remarkable partnership and longstanding friendship. Pursuing their shared commitment to offer the finest timepieces and providing high-end services to horological connoisseurs, Patek Philippe and TKI unveiled a newly expanded boutique in EmQuartier in May 2024.
Platinum Invites You to Show “Fresh Idea” with “Fresh Fashion”
Published on 13/05/2024
» Mrs. Suthita Bhirombhakdi, Executive Vice President of The Platinum Group Public Company Limited, stated that, as ASEAN’s leading fashion shopping centre for wholesale and retail, Platinum Fashion Mall offers fashion products that are always fresh and up to date, winning the hearts of both Thai and foreign customers for a long time. At the end of 2023, the “Platinum PROUD” campaign was launched to celebrate the 18th anniversary, emphasising the brand refresh under the concept of “Platinum Bringing Fresh Fashion to You” through viral videos on social media channels. The campaign has received positive feedback, with many influencers, KOLs, and shoppers showing interest in using the service, creating looks, and sharing their fun shopping experiences.
Russian forces push deeper into northern Ukraine
New York Times, Published on 13/05/2024
» KHARKIV, Ukraine - In the past three days, Russian troops, backed by fighter jets, artillery and lethal drones, have poured across Ukraine’s northeastern border and seized at least nine villages and settlements, and more territory per day than at almost any other point in the war, save the very beginning.
Beijing airport inspires push for AI system
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 13/05/2024
» The Ministry of Transport may adopt artificial intelligence (AI) to improve airport management in Thailand, as part of the government's plan to make the country a regional aviation hub.
Rethink wage hike plan
News, Editorial, Published on 13/05/2024
» The government's announcement that it intends to increase the minimum daily wage to 400 baht nationwide in October has sparked heated debate, highlighting the complexities of balancing economic growth with equitable labour practices.