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Tough times for Bangkok in 2016
News, Published on 30/12/2016
» A shady governor, traffic gridlock, ailing boat service and drawn out sagas over a historic fort and promenade topped local concerns over the past year.
City Hall's Sky Walk is a bridge too far
News, Sirinya Wattanasukchai, Published on 23/12/2016
» As the New Year is approaching, Bangkok governor Aswin Kwanmuang has told the media he is preparing New Year gifts for city residents.
Our delicate environment
Life, Anchalee Kongrut, Published on 19/12/2016
» From the controversial planned promenade on the Chao Phraya River to the tiger temple scandal, key ecological issues from 2016 will continue to capture society's attention well into the coming year
Encroachers 'must go' for promenade
News, Published on 22/11/2016
» The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration has insisted that communities encroaching on public land intended for the controversial Chao Phraya riverside promenade project must move out as construction is set to begin next year.
Public battles to keep its own space
News, Sirinya Wattanasukchai, Published on 12/10/2016
» When Deputy Prime Minister Prawit Wongsuwon said the government was reclaiming public space to return it to the general public, I wasn't sure if I should be glad. I doubt if the deputy premier has any idea what "public space" is.
Roiling on the river
Life, Anchalee Kongrut, Published on 11/10/2016
» Yossapon Somboon is staring out at the Chao Phraya. He's standing at Phra Sumen Fort on Phra Athit Road, with its green park that offers one of the best spots to look at the river. There is a giant cork tree. There are slopes and well designed terraces where visitors come in the evening to rest, picnic or just look at the water. Nearby is the ancient fort, a traditional community -- a tranquil scene, a pocket of peace in the bustling capital.
Budget allocated to relocate river communities
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 08/10/2016
» Part of the 14-billion-baht budget for the controversial Chao Phraya promenade will be allocated to help relocate displaced river communities, the government announced yesterday.
Academics raise promenade 'hidden agenda' queries
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 22/09/2016
» Scholars and civic society members have raised questions over a possible hidden agenda behind the controversial Chao Phraya riverside promenade.
Bangkok and a problem of architecture
News, Anchalee Kongrut, Published on 19/09/2016
» A few weeks ago, Thais gaped in awe at MahaNakhon, that new ultramodern high-rise on bustling Sathon.
Rethink the promenade
News, Editorial, Published on 17/09/2016
» The Chao Phraya riverside promenade project was forced to abandon the proposed design of one of its landmark buildings on Wednesday due to accusations of plagiarism.