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Calls mount for structural reform in Thailand
Published on 05/07/2025
» Structural reforms, deregulation and a cohesive national vision are needed to help Thailand navigate an increasingly volatile global landscape, prominent figures from government, industry and academia said at a recent event held by the National Press Council in Bangkok.
Princess Sirindhorn Visits Chang Hua Man Royal Project
Published on 04/07/2025
» Bangkok, July 4, 2025 - The Chang Hua Man Royal Project in Phetchaburi Province recently welcomed a royal visit from Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, who graciously proceeded to the site on 3 July 2025 to perform royal duties and observe the progress of ongoing initiatives. On this occasion, Her Royal Highness granted an audience during which Miss Kobkul Kanchanalai, Deputy Director of the Royal Chitralada Projects, introduced Mr. Chaiwat Kovavisarach, Group Chief Executive Officer and President of Bangchak Corporation Public Company Limited, along with the company’s executive team, to present a progress report on Bangchak Group’s collaborative efforts in developing the Royal Project area. The audience was also graciously attended by officials and staff of the Royal Chitralada Projects, as well as Bangchak Group executives and employees.
Thailand Champions Global Cassava Sustainability at 2025 Forum
Published on 17/06/2025
» Bangkok, June 16, 2025 - Thailand’s leadership in the global cassava industry took centre stage at the Global Cassava Sustainability Forum 2025, held today at Pullman Bangkok King Power. Co-hosted by King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT) and the National Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (BIOTEC) under the National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), the event gathered international experts, industry leaders, and policymakers to strengthen global networks in sustainable agri-business, using cassava as a model value chain. The forum is part of Thailand’s Reinventing University Initiative, supported by the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI), which aims to enhance Thai universities’ global competitiveness and strengthen their role in national development.
PTT Global Chemical launches catalyst recycling
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 17/06/2025
» PTT Global Chemical Plc (GC), Thailand's largest petrochemical producer by capacity, has co-developed a technology to recycle unwanted catalyst, claiming it is the first Thai firm able to deal with this industrial waste without the need to export it for recycling.
Thai climate capitalism takes root
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 16/06/2025
» Thailand's green tech startups are emerging, in line with the country's ambitious greenhouse gas reduction targets and the global momentum towards environmental, social and governance standards.
Exhibition at CentralWorld presents latest innovations
Life, Published on 12/06/2025
» More than 1,000 research works and innovations will be exhibited during Thailand Research Expo 2025 at Centara Grand and Bangkok Convention Centre at CentralWorld, Ratchadamri Road, from June 16-20, daily from 9am to 5pm.
Thailand commits to decent work for all
Published on 11/06/2025
» Bangkok, June 10, 2025 – Labour Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn has reinforced Thailand's commitment to creating decent work opportunities and ensuring social justice for all workers during his address to the 113th International Labour Conference in Geneva.
Why OECD membership matters
News, Published on 12/05/2025
» In a highly fragmented world, Thailand's accession to the Organisation for Economic Cooperation Development (OECD) is more than just a diplomatic gesture -- it marks a transformative opportunity to accelerate structural reform and attract high-quality investment. Today, the 38 OECD member countries account for over 60% of global GDP and 75% of world trade, with over half of global energy consumption -- underscoring the bloc's strategic importance.
29 Partners Unite to Tackle Food Waste Nationwide
Published on 24/04/2025
» BANGKOK – 24 April 2025: A coalition of 29 government agencies, private companies, and academic institutions has pledged to strengthen Thailand’s food waste management efforts through FoodWasteHub.com, an online knowledge-sharing platform that connects local research with practical solutions to support the Bio-Circular-Green (BCG) economy and national food waste reduction strategies.
FTI and Mahidol University pioneer smart farming project
Published on 04/04/2025
» The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI), led by Chairman Mr. Kriengkrai Thiennukul, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Mahidol University, represented by Prof. Piyamitr Sritara, MD, FRCP, President of Mahidol University, to launch the “Smart Agriculture Industry (SAI) Prototype Innovation Project for Learning and Cultivating Smart Agriculture Approaches”.