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Thailand Elevates Culture for Global Sustainable Development
Published on 04/09/2024
» Silpakorn University Bangkok, in collaboration with the Department of Cultural Promotion, Ministry of Culture, and partner network Roamingelephants.com, will host a seminar to foster cooperation with the United Cities and Local Governments (UCLG), an organisation committed to advancing the role of culture in driving sustainable economic development on a global scale. This marks the first time Thailand, as a member country, will participate in such an event, held under the auspices of the United Nations General Assembly.
Bangchak Drives Sustainable Growth with Bold 2030 Targets
Published on 03/09/2024
» Bangchak Corporation Public Company Limited celebrated its success in the first half of 2024, marking its 40th anniversary as it steps into its fifth decade. This milestone year has been characterised by synergy realisation, transformation, and growth, all driven by a clear strategic vision that coordinates excellence within the group to enhance efficiency, ensure continuous business expansion, and maintain financial discipline. The company targets an EBITDA of THB 100 billion by 2030, reaffirming its leadership in the Thai energy sector and establishing a solid foundation for sustainable growth.
Krungsri Embraces AI to Simplify Customer Lives
Published on 03/09/2024
» Human focus is the key to winning customers’ hearts with AI-based customised financial services. Krungsri, a leading bank in Thailand, shared its vision at Techsauce Global Summit 2024.
RackCorp Launches Thailand's First Sovereign AI Platform, RackCorp.ai
Published on 02/09/2024
» RackCorp, a leading global cloud services provider, successfully launched its Sovereign AI Platform, RackCorp.ai, on August 30, 2024, at the JW Marriott Hotel in Bangkok. This landmark event attracted industry leaders, government officials, and media representatives, marking a significant milestone in Thailand's technological landscape.
Bangkok's Chula uni wins UN public service award
Post Reporters, Published on 01/09/2024
» A Chulalongkorn University research team has won this year’s United Nations Public Service Award (UNPSA) on Innovation in Public Institutions. The team from the university’s Faculty of Science was presented with the award for their research, “Academic Insight into Action for Pandemic Response,” recently in Seoul.
“Wave of inspiration”
Published on 30/08/2024
» Kinesia Pilates, located on the 4th floor of The Upper Ground Bangkok, recently hosted a groundbreaking event aimed at empowering women to embrace their authentic selves. The event, led by renowned instructor Kru Hong, Mejirasaya Uiwatanachai, featured an exclusive appearance by one of her most influential mentors, a 68-year-old model and close friend. Her profound insights on life and the power of simplicity left a lasting impact on all attendees, encouraging them to find beauty in every moment of life’s movement. The highlight of the event was an intimate interview with Yazeemmenah Rossi, who shared life stories that challenged conventional mindsets, offering warmth, wisdom, and practical advice for daily living. Her message was clear: the happiness and success everyone desires are within reach, waiting to be unlocked through self-awareness and the cultivation of inner strength.
Microsoft Unveils "AI for All Thais" Vision
Published on 29/08/2024
» Microsoft Thailand announced the ambitious "AI for All Thais" vision, underscoring the company’s commitment to empowering every individual and organisation in Thailand with the transformative power of Generative AI. This vision will be driven by three core strategies: Skills, Scale, and Secure, further solidifying Microsoft's mission to accelerate Thailand's digital economy, fostering inclusive growth and enriching the lives of all Thai people.
CKPower's Hinghoi Project Wins AREA Award for 3rd Year
Published on 27/08/2024
» CKPower Public Company Limited, one of the region’s largest producers of electricity from renewables with one of the lowest carbon footprints, is continuing to drive its efforts to support society and local communities around its power plants. Its Hinghoi Project, now in its eighth year, has been presented with the AREA Awards 2024 (Asia Responsible Enterprise Awards) – the third consecutive year the project has been awarded the accolade for Social Empowerment by Enterprise Asia, a leading non-government organisation that promotes responsible enterprises in Asia.
Pattaya Film Festival 2024 Showcases Global Filming Potential
Published on 27/08/2024
» The Pattaya Film Festival 2024 officially commenced with Mr Pratya Unphetwarakon, Vice Governor of Chonburi Province, presiding over the opening ceremony, and a warm welcome from Mr Poramase Ngampiches, Mayor of Pattaya City. The event took place on 21 August 2024 at the activity area on the 1st floor of Central Marina Pattaya.
ThaiHealth and CMMU Launch Real-Time Well-Being Tools
Published on 26/08/2024
» At the College of Management, Mahidol University (CMMU), Dr Pongthep Wongwatcharapaiboon, Manager of the Thai Health Promotion Foundation (ThaiHealth), addressed a seminar summarising the study and development of tools for sustainable organisational well-being. He stated that ThaiHealth’s 10-year strategy for promoting organisational well-being focuses on five key areas: 1. Impact, 2. Scaling up, 3. Alignment with the 7+1 organisational well-being goals, 4. Sustainability, and 5. Innovation and technology. ThaiHealth's network of healthy organisations has continuously advanced organisational well-being and developed tools to enhance workers' well-being within the context of current working conditions and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). However, challenges remain in measuring and rapidly evaluating well-being within organisations, particularly when businesses require real-time insights.