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Applications open for a groundbreaking leadership course at Chula's 'SoftEx 2025'
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 16/07/2025
» From today until July 31, applications are open for "SoftEx 2025"-- an exclusive executive training programme where the Creative Economy Agency (CEA), in collaboration with Chulalongkorn Business School (CBS), invites visionary leaders, policymakers and entrepreneurs to take part in reshaping Thailand's future through creativity and culture. This groundbreaking course -- the first of its kind in the country -- is designed to elevate Thai leadership by equipping participants with the tools needed to drive the creative economy and leverage soft power as strategic assets for national development.
Pride seen as 'economic opportunity'
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 31/05/2025
» While the recently passed Marriage Equality Bill marks a historic milestone for Thailand's LGBTQ+ community, some experts say the country must go further by positioning this group in the upcoming Pride Month not just as symbols of progress but as drivers of economic growth.
Govt banks on rainbow economy
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 12/05/2025
» Agencies are gearing up ahead of the Bangkok Pride Festival 2025 under the campaign "The Celebration: Right to Love" taking place on May 30–June 30, with the most anticipated event being the Pride Parade on June 1.
Drive to promote Thai soft power heats up
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 17/04/2025
» A draft bill to promote soft power will soon be submitted to the cabinet, while the establishment of the Thailand Creative Culture Agency (Thacca) is anticipated in the first quarter of next year, says the chairman of the National Soft Power Development Committee.
Bangkok Design Week 2025: Uniting Creativity for Urban Transformation
Published on 11/02/2025
» The Creative Economy Agency (Public Organization) (CEA), in collaboration with partners, proudly kicks off Bangkok Design Week 2025 (BKKDW2025), the largest design festival in Southeast Asia. Now in its eighth year, the festival will run from February 8–23, 2025, under the theme “Design Up+Rising!”, showcasing the power of design to inspire social, economic, and urban transformation.
Supermodel Naomi Campbell to advise Thailand on fashion world
Online Reporters, Published on 10/02/2025
» Naomi Campbell held talks with Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra on Monday to help Thailand produce supermodels and fashion on the world stage.
Thaksin asks Naomi Campbell to help turn Thais into supermodels
Published on 19/01/2025
» Supermodel Naomi Campbell will visit Thailand next month to offer advice to Thaksin Shinawatra on his idea to groom Thais to be world-class on catwalks as part of the campaign to promote soft power and make his compatriots richer, the former Thai prime minister has said.
Macau casino operator opens Thai office
Published on 09/01/2025
» Melco Resorts & Entertainment, an operator of casinos in Macau, plans to invest in integrated resorts and hotels in Thailand, banking on the country’s robust tourism industry and culture — and approval of legalised gambling.
Pichai backs Kittiratt for post
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 03/12/2024
» Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira says he believes Kittiratt Na-Ranong, a candidate for the new chairman of the Bank of Thailand, should still be eligible for the role despite having previously served as an advisor to the prime minister.
Soft power plans for Bangkok's Chatuchak market
News, Post Reporters, Published on 04/11/2024
» The National Committee on Soft Power Development has vowed to develop Chatuchak Weekend Market in Bangkok as Thailand's soft power hub within the next two years.