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Thailand's EEC is an opportunity not to be missed
Oped, Pichai Chuensuksawadi, Published on 18/11/2022
» This is a special year for our region. This month, Southeast Asian capitals play host to three major summits. Cambodia hosted the Asean Summit from Nov 10-13 and the G20 Summit has just been held in Bali, Indonesia. This weekend, Thailand hosts the annual leaders' summit of the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec).
It's time for action, not words, on trafficking
News, Pichai Chuensuksawadi, Published on 05/04/2015
» The drive against human trafficking, a national agenda item, is one positive policy set by Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha. Only one month after the Prayut government was formed, the US downgraded Thailand in its annual Trafficking in Persons report.
Goverment looks to better times
News, Pichai Chuensuksawadi, Published on 31/03/2015
» Deputy Prime Minister MR Pridiyathorn Devakula knew the first day he assumed the role of overseeing economic affairs under the Prayut Chan-o-cha government that reviving the economy would be a difficult task. Political protests and uncertainty, followed by the military coup on May 22, 2014, had taken their toll.
Corruption is a curse that can be tackled
News, Pichai Chuensuksawadi, Published on 05/10/2014
» Corruption has been with us for so long that many feel it is ingrained in the Thai DNA. Many feel it is acceptable and tolerable to grease the palms of bureaucracy to get things moving — so long as it's not too much.
It’s not just about the price but the process
News, Pichai Chuensuksawadi, Published on 14/09/2014
» Finally, Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha has spoken out on the controversy swirling around the installation of new microphones and the audio system at Government House. He had to speak out eventually. After all, he’s repeatedly promised us a transparent, accountable and corruption-free government.
Give reform a fighting chance
News, Pichai Chuensuksawadi, Published on 27/07/2014
» Winds of change are howling.
Reform must bring our mps to heel
News, Pichai Chuensuksawadi, Published on 20/07/2014
» This past week, the role of elected representatives is in the spotlight once again.