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Global crises demand unified action
Oped, Kavi Chongkittavorn, Published on 28/05/2024
» The world is facing unprecedented crises. Without revitalising the collective spirit backed by action, the survival of humanity could be at risk.
SEA eyes next 20 years of US-China ties
Oped, Kavi Chongkittavorn, Published on 21/05/2024
» What will Southeast Asia be like over the next two decades? Given the unpredictable geopolitical situation, the region will certainly maintain its strategic autonomy in ways that mitigate the ripple effects of the emerging new international order. The multipolar world will be a new ballgame that Southeast Asia has to grapple with. Interestingly, the region's countries also realise that the competition between the US and China is not likely to subside given the tit-for-tat measures they have been conducting with each other. Under such circumstances, what role or leadership can Southeast Asia provide under the Asean roof to ensure that the region will not be marginalised or weaponised? To be precise, how can Asean avoid becoming a pawn in the US-China whirlpool?
Long-haul tourist market unfazed by Mideast war
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 18/05/2024
» War in the Middle East has not disrupted the flow of long-haul travellers, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).
Dry betel nut traders face new barriers
News, Assawin Pakkawan, Published on 17/05/2024
» Thai betel nut exporters are struggling with tariff barriers from India as well as the impact of the armed conflict between the Myanmar military and rebel forces.
Activists call for release of political detainees
Published on 14/05/2024
» Activists have stepped up their calls for the release of young political detainees following the death of jailed protester Netiporn “Boong” Sanesangkhom on Tuesday.
Russian forces push deeper into northern Ukraine
New York Times, Published on 13/05/2024
» KHARKIV, Ukraine - In the past three days, Russian troops, backed by fighter jets, artillery and lethal drones, have poured across Ukraine’s northeastern border and seized at least nine villages and settlements, and more territory per day than at almost any other point in the war, save the very beginning.
Rejig of incentives sought to encourage investment
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 09/05/2024
» The Federation of Thai Capital Market Organizations (Fetco) is preparing to propose to the Finance Ministry reviving long-term equity funds (LTFs) and adjusting the investment conditions for Thailand ESG funds to attract more investment into the local bourse.
1,370 seen as a critical point for the SET
Published on 04/05/2024
» The Stock Exchange of Thailand experienced significant volatility in April. In the second week, the SET index broke above the key resistance zone between 1,400 and 1,405 after testing it for three months, reaching a monthly high of 1,411.
Guru's Weekly Buzz: May 3-9
Guru, Published on 03/05/2024
» Guru By Bangkok Post's pick of the most exciting products, activities, food and travel to indulge in.
The future of Bangkok-Dhaka ties
Oped, Published on 25/04/2024
» With Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina having arrived in Bangkok to attend the eightieth session of the Economic and Social Commission for Asia and Pacific (Escap) from April 24-29, the stage is set for Bangladesh and Thailand to embark on a journey of enhanced cooperation.