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Lancang-Mekong Green Development Exhibition Opens in Bangkok
Published on 09/10/2024
» The Lancang-Mekong Cooperation (LMC) mechanism, initiated to strengthen collaboration between China and the five Mekong River countries, has over the past decade fostered deeper strategic trust, record-breaking trade volumes, and closer people-to-people exchanges. Proposed by China during the 17th ASEAN-China Summit in 2014, the LMC has become a cornerstone of regional cooperation. To celebrate the 10th anniversary of this initiative, the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT) will host the Lancang-Mekong Green Cooperation Exhibition from October 23 to 26 at EH102 Hall of the Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC), organised by CCPIT and undertaken by Shanghai Pudong International Exhibition Co., Ltd.
Protection in the megatrend age
Oped, Published on 08/10/2024
» Social protection systems are essential to achieving the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
Living Legend Chefs Unite for Charity Brunch
Published on 07/10/2024
» The number of forcibly displaced people worldwide has surged to 120 million, marking the 12th consecutive year of rising displacement. This alarming trend is fuelled by both new and protracted conflicts. Over the past year, UNHCR issued 43 emergency declarations to scale up support in 29 countries — the highest number in decades. UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency is actively responding to these emergencies, delivering aid and protection on the ground in many countries around the world. More than ever, solidarity across all sectors is important to raise awareness, provide humanitarian assistance, and work toward lasting solutions for those forced to flee.
Central bank introduces open banking data initiative
Business, Published on 04/10/2024
» The Bank of Thailand launched an open data initiative on Thursday for the financial system, allowing Thais to share their personal data with financial institutions in order to improve their access to financial services.
Thai gold primed for record high
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 04/10/2024
» The domestic price of gold could hit 44,000 baht per baht weight, from 41,350 baht now, as tensions rise in the Middle East, the baht depreciates and the US Federal Reserve is expected to continue cutting interest rates, says the Gold Traders Association (GTA).
Kratom now a $1-billion industry in the US
Published on 03/10/2024
» In Southeast Asia, people for centuries have chewed the leaves of the kratom tree — part of the coffee family — as a pain-relieving, energy- and mood-boosting remedy.
POLIMAXX Unveils Plastic Innovations at A-PLAS 2024
Published on 01/10/2024
» POLIMAXX, a petrochemical brand from IRPC, showcased its latest plastic innovations at A-PLAS 2024, under the theme "Integrating Plastic Value Chain for Eco-Future." The opening ceremony was attended by IRPC Public Company Limited's President and Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Kris Imsang, and Senior Executive Vice President of Corporate Commercial and Marketing, Ms. Wanida Utaisomnapa. The event was presided over by Mr. Kriengkrai Thiennukul, Chairman of the Federation of Thai Industries, at the Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC).
Artificial intelligence at the forefront of 'Synology Solution Day 2024'
Life, Published on 30/09/2024
» Interested individuals from public and private sectors are invited to experience cutting-edge solutions that will transform businesses and prepare them for the digital future at "Synology Solution Day 2024", which will take place at S31 Hotel, Sukhumvit Road, on Wednesday from 1-5pm.
Global cyber rank
Oped, Postbag, Published on 24/09/2024
» Re: "Thailand makes great strides in global cybersecurity index", (Business, Sept 20) and "Govt promotes new 'digital nomad' visa", (BP, Sept 20).
Shangri-La Bangkok Celebrates ‘The Legend of Loy Krathong Festival 2024’
Published on 23/09/2024
» (Bangkok, 23 September 2024) – Discover the stories and rituals that make Loy Krathong a cherished celebration, all within the luxurious ambiance of our riverside sanctuary. Step into a night where Thai tradition meets magic and be captivated by the beauty of a thousand floating lanterns illuminating the majestic River of Kings as a spectacular fireworks display ignites the sky on the full moon night of the 12th lunar month, which falls on Friday, 15 November 2024.