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Seoul support
Asia focus, Tanyatorn Tongwaranan, Published on 23/04/2018
» This year marks the 60th anniversary of diplomatic ties between Thailand and South Korea and there is indeed much to celebrate. Since 1958, the two nations have steadily developed a mutually beneficial relationship in key areas from politics and economics to culture and tourism. Bilateral trade has increased tremendously from US$59 million in 1978 to $13 billion in 2015.
The third path
Asia focus, Tanyatorn Tongwaranan, Published on 23/04/2018
» Rooted in traditional norms and religious beliefs dating back centuries, our world has long accepted gender as a binary concept consisting of two identities: male and female. Thus, only those whose gender identities match their birth-sex enjoy fundamental human rights.
Grey shades in the rainbow
Asia focus, Tanyatorn Tongwaranan, Published on 23/04/2018
» After years of legal invisibility, growing restlessness and protest, members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) communities are finally seeing some progress toward global equality. Particularly in Europe, rising public awareness is being reflected in landmark legislation that recognises same-sex marriage, outlaws discrimination and promotes inclusive social policies.
Regulate innovation but don't kill it
Asia focus, Tanyatorn Tongwaranan, Published on 23/04/2018
» It's been an exhausting few weeks for Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg, who stands accused of failing to prevent major data breaches and malign interference in the political process in the US and elsewhere. The CEO of the world's largest social network was roasted by US lawmakers in 10 hours of hearings for failing to protect Facebook users' private data.
Asia's energy challenge
Asia focus, Tanyatorn Tongwaranan, Published on 26/03/2018
» Asia's rapid development over the past four decades has transformed the region's stature in the world economy, lifting hundreds of millions of people out of poverty and creating new opportunities for future prosperity.
Entrepreneurial banker
Asia focus, Tanyatorn Tongwaranan, Published on 03/10/2016
» From oilfield engineer to one of Indonesia's most influential bankers, Helman Sitohang is a big believer that instinct is the most powerful driver when it comes to leading a person to where he should be.
Appeal of Hua Hin undimmed
Asia focus, Tanyatorn Tongwaranan, Published on 29/08/2016
» The deadly bomb blast in Hua Hin in mid-August worried some couples planning destination weddings in Thailand, but most view the incident as an isolated occurrence that will not have a long-term impact.
The Bliss Business
Asia focus, Tanyatorn Tongwaranan, Published on 29/08/2016
» I just said "Yes!" What do I do now?
Cleaner Energy
Asia focus, Tanyatorn Tongwaranan, Published on 01/08/2016
» While traditional energy sources still represent about 76% of global electricity production, the world today is seeing a major shift toward cleaner and more cost-competitive renewables, thanks to the plummeting cost of technologies and pro-environment policies.
Seeding startup success
Asia focus, Tanyatorn Tongwaranan, Published on 20/06/2016
» If there was a prize for buzzword of the decade, a top contender would be "startup", which has come to describe any kind of new internet-based business. They're being formed by the thousands and many will fail, but some that succeed -- think Uber, Airbnb and a few financial technology (FinTech) players -- have unleashed disruptive technology that has changed the very nature of business.