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Bangkok offers glimpse into the past
News, Kornchanok Raksaseri, Published on 07/03/2022
» Stroll along the Chao Phraya River and visit the old quarter of the capital Krung Thep Maha Nakhon and you can see living proof of the harmonious mixture of Thai-Chinese and European cultures, which still carries a connection from ancient Ayutthaya to the modern Rattanakosin era.
Christmas star to shine in Isan
News, Kornchanok Raksaseri, Published on 13/12/2021
» The Christmas Star Festival in Sakon Nakhon has been among the much-anticipated annual events in Thailand for decades. But it's going to be more exciting this year with a floating procession at Nong Han Lake and a new marble archangel sculpture at the St Michael's Cathedral in tambon Tha Rae of Muang district.
Westerners leave mark on Ayutthaya
News, Kornchanok Raksaseri, Published on 08/03/2021
» Westerners were prominent in Ayutthaya, the former capital of the kingdom of Siam, in centuries past. They left historical records, architecture, language and cultural links of their contact with Iudea, as it was known at the time. Today they help us understand the area's history and Thailand's policies on international relations.
Thais in China prepare for subdued New Year
News, Kornchanok Raksaseri, Published on 08/02/2021
» Thais in Beijing are expecting muted Chinese New Year celebrations this year with the return of Covid-19 to their homeland weighing heavily on their minds.
Thailand assumes Asean chairmanship
News, Kornchanok Raksaseri, Published on 15/11/2018
» SINGAPORE: Thailand is expected to push Asean to finalise the negotiations on the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) and the South China Sea code of conduct as it assumes the bloc's chairmanship.
PM to prioritise Asean connectivity
News, Kornchanok Raksaseri, Published on 14/11/2018
» SINGAPORE: Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha vowed Tuesday to push for greater Asean connectivity while highlighting Thailand's efforts to ease regulatory processes that could impede the digital and innovation economy to attract businesses and investors.
Making friends but no influence
News, Kornchanok Raksaseri, Published on 19/05/2017
» The military-backed government has balanced its diplomatic efforts to maintain good relations across the board and avoid favouritism but critics say it lacks a clear foreign policy of its own and has failed to show initiative or leadership on the international stage.